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Where can you walk and hear the sand literally squeak as it crunches under your toes? Where are stunning beaches and perfection synonymous… Queensland of course. See beaches framed by overhanging palm trees and aquamarine water. Snorkel directly off the beach to the fringing reefs and then relax on the shore to the sound of the waves. Whether you are seeking a fast-paced holiday or a quieter getaway, there’s a pristine Queensland beach waiting for you.
Northern Beaches
Find your own piece of paradise that is uncrowded and secluded. Chase romance in the tropics where leaning palm trees frame a view that’s postcard perfect. And enjoy lookouts that offer vistas to the Pacific Ocean and the chance to spot dolphins or migrating whales. Of course, there's tons of places for you to visit...the list below is just a sample.
 | Balgal Beach |
| Bushland Beach |
| Saunders Beach |
| Cape York |
| Cooktown |
| Mission Beach |
| Palm Cove |
| Port Douglas |
| Townsville |
Central Beaches
Enjoy an afternoon drive on coastal highway and choose a beach that catches your eye. Grassy esplanades invite picnics while swimming enclosures and rock pools keep children amused for hours. And if you have the urge…don flippers and a mask and snorkel off small reefs close to shore. Of course, there's tons of places for you to visit...the list below is just a sample.
| Armstrong Beach |
| Ball Bay |
| Blacks Beach |
| Bucasia Beach |
| Eimeo Beach |
| Far Beach |
| Grasstree Beach |
| Harbour Beach |
| Hibiscus Coast |
| Illawong Beach |
| Lamberts Beach |
| Salonika Beach |
| Sarina Beach |
| The Serenity Coast |
| Town Beach |
| Whitehaven Beach |
| Capricorn Coast |
| Mackay |
| Town Of 1770 |
| Yeppoon |
Southern Beaches
The beaches along the southern coast of Queensland are among the best in the world. Be sure to visit the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coasts, each offering complementary yet unique beach experiences. Head to the Sunshine Coast for a laid-back, low-key experience and the Gold Coast for an action-packed holiday experience. Surfing conditions in these regions are excellent, which is why several international surf tournaments are held here every year. So browse through the list below, while it’s not extensive, it’ll give you just a taste of what you can look forward to.
| Alexandra Headland |
| Broadbeach |
| Burleigh Heads |
| Caloundra |
| Coolangatta |
| Coolum Beach |
| Currumbin |
| Kirra |
| Main Beach |
| Marcoola Beach |
| Maroochydore |
| Mermaid Beach |
| Mooloolaba |
| Moore Park |
| Noosa Heads |
| North Stradbroke Island |
| Peregian Beach |
| Rainbow Beach |
| Rules Beach |
| South Stradbroke Island |
| Southport |
| Surfers Paradise |
| Turkey Beach |
If you're gonna travel abroad, make sure you are prepared... take it from us, travel insurance is an absolute must!
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