Posts Tagged ‘Museums’
A Tour Of Australia’s Third Largest City
February 21, 2010
It is often a big task when you are trying to decide on the perfect holiday destination. Since many can only afford to take one holiday per year it is very important to them that they choose the perfect destination to relax and have fun in. On top of that they are also looking for a destination that will fit into the budget that they have set, without having to worry if they will be able to maintain their bills when they come back home.
This is why many seem to head towards Australia’s third largest city, Brisbane. Brisbane is one of the most incredible tourist destinations in the world, and although it is the third ranked it has a lot to offer visitors from all over the world, and with all different interests.
On the cultural end a tour of the city will allow you to experience some of the areas up and coming artists and musicians as their work is performed and displayed throughout the cafes and streets of Brisbane. For larger more professional displays of art and music, you can visit one of the areas museums or take in a show at the opera or the theater.
There are even creature displays right in the heart of the city as well as a casino that overlooks the Brisbane River and gets quite a number of tourists through its doors each year. But more than that is just the incredibly rich texture of the city. Each cafe and each night club provides it own quaint charm and rich history. You will delight in each experience of this incredible city.
When you are ready to relax you only need to take a short trip down to the coast and you will be sitting on the beach unwinding. It is perfect to spend the weekend or even your entire stay. Brisbane is so eclectic that no matter who you are traveling with, everyone will be able to find something that they can enjoy.
There are many hotels in brisbane that you can choose from for your holiday. Whether you are looking to book brisbane accommodation for a day or a month you are sure to find one suitable for your budget. Log onto www.brisbaneinformation.com.au for information on hotels, events and more.
Points Of Interest In The Sunshine Coast
December 10, 2009
The internationally acclaimed museum know as the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology is located in Caboolture. This museum houses a priceless collection of fine art and antiques. There are two sections each of them distinct. Western European Modern History and fine art pieces from the classic and ancient worlds. These collections are from the very first social museum in Britain. Highlights in this museum include a death mask from ancient Egypt, a rare suit of armor from Greece, paintings from the old masters and an unbelievable collection of glass form medieval times of Winchester Castle. The gift shop offers a large selection of interesting souvenirs.
The Historical Village of Caboolture is a village which is made up of about 70 buildings. A barber shop, a teacher’s cottage, a blacksmith and multiple fine lace and quilt shops are some of the interesting shops you will find here. You can also find many other interesting household items from the past such as milk cans, laundry boards, and first generation telephones. The miniature train will take you on an enjoyable ride around the village or you may enjoy a cup of tea in an old fashioned tea room.
For those interested in aviation, there is the Caboolture Warplane and flight Museum. This museum is dedicated to the preservation of aviation history and houses a large collection of WWII memorabilia. All of the aircraft are restored and are in flying condition and regularly perform in air shows and aviation events. There are many aviation adventures available with flights in many of these historic planes.
The Landsborough Museum isd home to the largest collection of social history items on the Sunshine coast. The museum is located in the Landsborough Shire Council Chambers. The items housed here are a collection of tools and items used by early explorers and farmers as well as technological equipment all dating back to the 19th and 20th centuries.
The Valley Rattler Steam Train. On board you can explore and enjoy the scenic Mary Valley, traveling thorough spectacular countryside over the Mary River, past pineapple plantations and timber gorges. The stream locomotive is a fully restored miniature of a 1920s steam train and you can lunch at one of the local cafes along the way or stop at the heritage town of Gympie and visit the Railway Hotel for something more substantial.
If you are planning a trip to Australia, be sure to see the amazing Sunshine Coast. Visit www.sunshinecoastinformation.com.au for valuable information regarding any Sunshine Coast accommodation. Sunshine Coast hotels are available to fit any lifestyle or budget.