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08 Feb 2012
Popular Cities • South Pacific

Top 5 Holiday Destinations in Queensland, Australia

Queensland, or Australia’s “Sunshine State”, is quite possibly the most magnificent location to spend a holiday. QLD holidays offer a wonderful mixture of landscapes and activities, diverse culture, and unforgettable experiences. The following list of the top 5 destinations for QLD holidays is sure to fulfill any desires for unmatched beauty, thrilling learning experiences, and utter relaxation.

1. GREAT BARRIER REEF
The world’s largest structure of living organisms, and one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef is a “must see” when visiting Queensland. This is truly an awe-inspiring creation that can be viewed from land, water, air, and even space.

2. DAINTREE RAINFOREST
An ancient ecosystem of lush vegetation, rare organisms, and endangered species, the Daintree Rainforest is an experience like no other. By moonlight or by day, tour the natural trails of this majestic rain forest and discover one of earth’s secluded and protected primitive worlds.

3. FRASER ISLAND
Fraser Island is Queensland’s largest island and also the largest sand island in the world. It’s known for it’s sand dunes, divine white beaches, subtropical rain forest, and pristine crystal clear waters. This is an ideal location for those seeking a unique and breathtakingly beautiful location.

4. SURFER’S PARADISE ON THE GOLD COAST
Surfer’s Paradise, possibly the most eclectic destination that Australia has to offer, is located just 78 km from Brisbane. Here, visitors enjoy a harmonious balance of lifestyles and activities which include theme parks, fine dining, exhilarating nightlife, shopping, surfing competitions, Indy races, art galleries, and more! Surfer’s Paradise is the one-stop destination for those who want it all.

5. WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS
Whitsunday Islands are a collection of islands that are located within the Great Barrier Reef. Many of these islands are deserted but, amongst the inhabited islands, there is an assortment of resorts that offer an abundance of activities and accommodations to suit everyone’s needs. While some are only interested in soaking up the sun on the world famous Whithaven beach, others spend a great deal of time out exploring the islands via jet ski, yacht, helicoptor, and with underwater excursions.

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04 Feb 2012
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5 Places to Visit in Indonesia

Indonesia, also called the Sleeping Giant of Asia, consists of over 17,000 islands. Indonesia is also the fourth most populated country in the entire world and has a high Muslim population. There are tons of spots for tourists to visit in Indonesia, from flights to Bali, volcanoes to temples.

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1. Check out flights to Bali to book a trip to one of the most visited areas of Indonesia. Bali has a gorgeous climate year-round, friendly people and popular beaches. Plus, at night, the beaches turn into clubs for partying.

2. The Istiglal Mosque is the biggest mosque in Southeast Asia. Built in 1975, it can hold over 120,000 people. Most people of Indonesia visit the mosque on the two holiest days of the year, Idul Firti and Idul Adha. Head to the top floor for a gorgeous view. The mosque holds seminars, bazaars, conferences and programs for children.

The Prambanan Temple

3. The Prambanan Temple, also called the Roro Jonggrant, is one of the biggest Hindu temples of Indonesia. The three shrines of the temple are in dedication to the Hindu gods Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. The entire temple complex consists of 224 temples to visit. The best time to view the temples is at 5 a.m. when the sun comes up.

4. Head to Sulawesi, also called Celebes or the Orchid Island, located between Borneo and the Maluku Islands. The inhabitants of Sulawesi are adept at the arts, including dancing, weaving and pottery. Visit Bunaken while in Sulawesi to go scuba diving. While diving, you’ll likely see dolphins and whales. Don’t leave Sulawesi without visiting Tana Toraja, a famous site of elaborate burials.

5. The largest volcanic lake in the world is Indonesia’s Lake Toba, located in Sumatra. The climate at Lake Toba is always pleasing and the view is breathtaking. The most interesting part of Lake Toba is that there’s a lake within a lake. The people who live near Lake Toba are called Bataks. The Bataks’ houses are colorfully decorated and have roofs that curve upwards. While in Sumatra, also visit King Sidabutar’s cemetery Tuk Tuk.

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