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AB: Brisbane Work & Play Starter Pack (2n) - FD

AB: Brisbane Work & Play Starter Pack (2n) - OD

4WD Moreton Island Camp from Brisbane (1n) - FD

4WD Moreton Island Camp from Brisbane (1n) - OD

Brisbane Coach Snow Tours (7n)

Bushwacker Ecotours: Fraser Island Tour from Brisbane (1n)

Cool Dingo: Fraser Island Tour from Brisbane (3n) - FD (COOLBNE)

Cool Dingo: Fraser Island Tour from Brisbane (3n) - OD (COOLBNE)

Cool Dingo: Fraser Island Tour from Brisbane (4n) - FD (COOL5BNE)

Cool Dingo: Fraser Island Tour from Brisbane (4n) - OD (COOL5BNE)

Extreme Adv: One Fish 2 Fish (9n)

Outback Wildlife & Farmstay (4n) - FD

Activities & Day Trips

Balloon HOT AIR

Brisbane & Moreton Bay Package 1 (3 Days)

Crocodile Express

Moreton Island 1 day 4WD Eco tour

Moreton Island 1 day Snorkel & Sandboarding

O'Reilly's and Mt Tamborine

Tandem Skydiving - Jump the Beach Brisbane

1: The views of Brisbane from Mount Coot-tha.
2: Shopping in the markets at South Bank and Eagle Street Pier.
3: The Australia Day cockroach races at Kangaroo Point.
4: A visit to the seaside village of Moreton Bay.
5: Feeding the dolphins at the Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort.

About Brisbane:
Anyone that still thinks of Brisbane as a provincial backwater is living in the past. The city is also much more than just a gateway to the beaches, water parks and surfing of the Sunshine and Gold Coasts. Set on the picturesque Brisbane River and with year round sunny weather, the city is perfect for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Furthermore, Brisbane has varied cultural and thriving sporting scenes too, including; casinos aplenty, quality sports teams, nightlife for all tastes, galleries, museums and theatres. As The Lonely Planet says; 'A climate this good, and culture too? It must be paradise.'

Getting There:
Brisbane Eagle Farm Airport is located 13 km Northeast of the city centre. It's a busy airport with flight connections to all over the world.

There are fast coach services to Brisbane as well as the Gold and Sunshine Coasts. Coaches to Brisbane city centre depart every 15 minutes between 5.00am and 7.30pm, and then every 30 minutes from 7.30pm to 10.45pm. Price: Australian $9.00 one-way.

There is also a train from the airport to Brisbane. It departs every 15 minutes, and journey time is 22 minutes. Trains run from 5.00am to 9.00pm. Tickets cost Australian $10.00 one-way, and are available through IBS.

Taxis depart from both domestic and international terminals. The cost to get to the centre of Brisbane is about Australian $25.00. Journey time is about 35 minutes.

Getting Around:
Brisbane city centre is compact, and easily investigated on foot. Nonetheless, the city's public transport system is good.

There are three types of bus; normal ones that travel around the city centre, Cityxpress services that run between the suburbs and the centre of town, and 'Rockets', which are fast commuter buses that operate during rush hours. Fares start from Australian $1.40.

The Citytrain railway network has seven lines linking the outlying suburbs with the centre. Cost: Australian $1.50.

City Cats operate a speedy ferry service along the river. There are also 3 cross-river ferries. Fares start from Australian $1.40.

Brisbane has some great bike tracks, and the perfect climate for cycling. There are several bike hire outlets. Prices start from Australian $9.00 per hour or $20.00 per day.

Travelpasses are good value. There are 2 types, both lasting 1 day and allowing you to use all forms of public transport. An Off-Peak Saver card costs $6.00, and permits you travel outside of rush hours. A Day Rover costs $8.00, but has no time restrictions.

Base Brisbane - Central

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Base Brisbane - Embassy

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Brisbane Backpackers Resort

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Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane

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Metro Tower Mill on Wickham Terrace

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Base Brisbane - Central
	308 Edward Street Brisbane Queensland 4000 0732112433
Accommodation Details The Base Brisbane Backpackers is a party hostel, right in the heart of Brisbane. The hotel facilities include a 24 hour reception, internet access, comfortable TV lounges, a funky bar open until 3am every night and big roof top terrace where guests can relax.

Base Brisbane - Embassy
	Cnr Edward & Elizabeth Streets Brisbane Australia 4000 30025777
Accommodation Details With a large self-catering kitchen you can fend for yourself or if you're feeling a bit more sociable, why not throw a barbie? Alternatively, catch an episode of Neighbours in the TV area or send that long-awaited email home.

Brisbane Backpackers Resort
	110 Vulture St, West End Brisbane Queensland 4101 073844 9956
Accommodation Details This huge hostel has an impressive list of facilities: guest laundry, communal kitchen, a free shuttle bus running to Southbank, the City and the Transit Centre, a tour desk, restaurant, bar, pool, Spa, internet access, a half-size tennis court, a basketball court and a TV/Video in thelounge room, with latest releases available from the DVD library.

George Williams
	317-325 George Street Brisbane Brisbane 61-7-33080700

Hotel Grand Chancellor Brisbane
	23 Leichhardt St (Cnr Wickham Terrace) Brisbane QLD 4000 0738314055
Accommodation Details Minutes from Brisbane's action, the Hotel Grand Chancellor is the number one choice. Enjoy a cold beer in the courtyard or perhaps you'd prefer to hangout at the Lobby Bar. You can pig out at Frescoes Restaurant - the views are awesome. Alternatively, chill out in your room with 24-hour room service. Don't forget to head up to the rooftop pool and spa... There's even a gym onsite - for any fitness freaks.

Metro Tower Mill on Wickham Terrace
	239 Wickham Terrace Brisbane Queensland 4000 07-3832 1421
Accommodation Details Metro Hotel Tower Mill on Wickham Terrace offers guests a selection of 80 3 ½ star guestrooms, the Hotel is an ideal venue for both leisure and corporate guests due to its close proximity to Brisbane city centre. 24-hr reception, licensed restaurant and bar and free parking (limited space).

Mooloolaba Backpackers
	75 Brisbane Road Mooloolaba 0754443399
Accommodation Details A modern hostel providing renowned ozzie friendliness and top-notch cleanliness. You won't burn a hole in your pocket either as the place has FREE pick up from the bus terminal, a saltwater swimming pool, fully equipped kitchens on each floor of the building, internet facilities, tv / common room with foxtel as well as off street parking. If you're still in need of impressing, then the hostel also has a bbq, laundry facilities, kiosk ad the use of FREE surfboards, bikes, body boards, kayaks, fishing gear, pool table and tour desk! Phew...This little beauty has it all!