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Sam Davies
Destinations & guides · QLD Travel
Sam pulls the destination guides together from what our team has actually visited and what travellers tell us is worth the detour. Grew up between the Sunshine Coast and Adelaide; can argue for hours about which has the better beaches.
Articles by Sam Davies
Eli Creek — Fraser Island's Crystal-Clear Sand Cascade
Eli Creek is the largest east-coast stream on Fraser Island (K'gari) — a clear sand-bed creek with a 400-metre boardwalk and a famously beau
Tannum Sands — Coastal Township & Beach Suburb of Gladstone
Tannum Sands is a relaxed coastal township 20km south of Gladstone, with a long protected swimming beach, the Boyne River estuary, and easy
Base Backpackers Magnetic Island — Beachfront Hostel at Nelly Bay
Base Backpackers Magnetic Island is the large beachfront hostel at Nelly Bay — dorms, private rooms, a beach bar, a pool, and quick access t
Charters Towers — Historic Gold Rush Town in Outback Queensland
Charters Towers is a heritage gold-rush town in inland north Queensland, 135km southwest of Townsville, with 65 listed buildings, the workin
Green Island Resort — Coral Cay Resort on the Great Barrier Reef
Green Island Resort is the only accommodation on Green Island — a 46-suite eco-rated property on a 6,000-year-old coral cay, just 45 minutes
Road Tripping Through the Gold Coast Hinterland
Road Tripping Through the Gold Coast Hinterland: Top Tips The Gold Coast Hinterland provides a refreshing change of pace from the hustle and
Ocean Rafting Whitsundays: A Guide from Airlie Beach
Semi-rigid inflatable boats, Hill Inlet's swirling sands, Whitehaven Beach — here's what to expect from an Ocean Rafting day tour out of Air
Budget Accommodation in 1770 & Agnes Water, QLD
From beachside camping to affordable guesthouses, here's how to sleep cheap in 1770 and Agnes Water without sacrificing the laid-back coasta
Whale Watching in Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast
Humpback whales migrate past the Gold Coast between June and November. Here's how to watch them from Surfers Paradise without wasting a trip
Fraser Explorer Lake McKenzie 2-Day Tour Guide
Everything you need to know about the Fraser Explorer two-day tour of Lake McKenzie on Fraser Island, from logistics to what to pack and exp
Fraser Island Holiday With Kids: A Family Guide
Sandy tracks, dingo sightings, and a lake you can swim in — here's how to plan a genuinely great family trip to K'gari (Fraser Island).
Best Hotels in Airlie Beach, Queensland 2025
From budget-friendly rooms to waterfront suites, here's a practical guide to finding the right hotel in Airlie Beach for your Whitsundays tr
Queensland Travel Directory: Where to Start
A practical guide to planning your Queensland trip, from Brisbane's laneways to the Daintree rainforest, with region-by-region advice from a
Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport - Private Transfer
Travel in Comfort with Our Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport Private Transfer Stress-Free Gold Coast Airport Transfers Our Gold Coast to Brisba
Gold Coast Airport Transfer from Hotel - Private
Comfortable Private Transfer from Hotel to Gold Coast Airport Private Comfortable and Reliable Gold Coast Airport Transfers from Hotels Our
Coolangatta Airport to Gold Coast - Private Transfer
Stress Free Travel Coolangatta Airport to Gold Coast Private Transfer Enjoy a Seamless Transfer from Coolangatta Airport (Gold Coast) to the
Fraser Island Barge Service
The great majority of people visiting Fraser Island arrive on the barge service. Apart from chartering a light plane, there is no other way
Queensland Map: Key Regions, Towns & Travel Routes
A practical guide to reading Queensland's geography — from the Gold Coast beaches to Cape York, with the regions, distances and routes that
Lizard Island Specials: What to Know Before You Go
Lizard Island Resort runs limited-time specials worth planning around. Here's what's genuinely on offer, how to compare value, and what to e
Exploring the Hunter Valley
Exploring the Hunter Valley: A Journey Through Australia’s Wine Country The Hunter Valley, nestled in New South Wales, Australia, is
Gold Coast Hinterland Travel Guide
Gold Coast Hinterland Tourist Information Centre Click Here for A List of Gold Coast Hinterland accommodation Accommodation » Overview » Res
Your Guide to a Port Douglas Getaway
Nestled on the northeastern coast of Australia, Port Douglas is a captivating paradise that offers the perfect blend of natural wonders and
From European Capitals to Queensland's Coast
Transcontinental Journey: From European Capitals to Queensland's Coast The allure of a transcontinental journey is undeniable. From t
History of Australia’s Oldest Breweries
A Brief History of Australia’s Oldest Breweries There are a lot of stories and history around beer and other alcohol, from the histories of
Discover Australia: Must-Visit Destinations Down Under
Are you ready for a fantastic adventure Down Under? Australia, with its stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and unique wildlife, is a dream
7 Tips for a Fun Destination Wedding That Your Guests Will Remember for a Lifetime
7 Tips for a Fun Destination Wedding That Your Guests Will Remember for a Lifetime Planning a wedding abroad can be daunting because there a
Whitsunday Island Resorts
The Whitsunday island resorts are world famous. This group of continental islands is located off the central Queensland coast between the ci
Discovery Coast Travel Information
Click here for a list of places to stay The Discovery coast of Queensland stretches from Bundaberg and Bargara in the south through to the t
Wilson Island Transfers
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