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Queensland’s new podcast \u003Ci\u003EAccessed That \u003C/i\u003Erules the charts\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_1303136991":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/campaign-assets/yoat/evergreenpage/2023_TNQ_Kuranda_Rainforestation-19.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/campaign-assets/yoat/evergreenpage/2023_TNQ_Kuranda_Rainforestation-19.jpg","alt":"Julie Jones and her family meeting a koal during a personal encounter at Rainforestation Nature Park, Kuranda","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-top-moments-2023/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_1303136991.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1700705490737/2023-tnq-kuranda-rainforestation-19.jpeg","uuid":"d5ec3935-8713-4487-88cb-5b63dfe02d5f","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Rainforestation Nature Park, Cairns & Great Barrier reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_2122728168":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EIt’s not just our world-class destinations, experiences and hotels that make waves. Queensland's new podcast, \u003Ci\u003EAccessed That\u003C/i\u003E, hit number one in the Apple Places and Travel Podcasts list quickly after its launch in August 2023. The 11-episode series, hosted by Oliver Hunter and Karni Liddell, explores navigating life and travel while living with a disability, interviewing travel lovers who have been there, accessed that, about their experiences in Queensland and beyond.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHaven’t tuned in yet? \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/accessibility/accessed-that-podcast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Accessed That podcast\"\u003ECatch up here.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1560113453":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E4. Brisbane is recognised in Time Magazine’s 2023 World’s Greatest Places\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_1634278359":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2022_BNE_HowardSmithWharves_CrystalbrookVincent_CityExperiences_HotelMiami_153449.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2022_BNE_HowardSmithWharves_CrystalbrookVincent_CityExperiences_HotelMiami_153449.jpg","alt":"Couple relaxing on sun loungers by the pool of riverfront hotel Crystalbrook Vincent, at Howard Smith Wharves. In the background a CityCat ferry travels along the river, under Story Bridge.","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-top-moments-2023/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_1634278359.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1700705136253/2022-bne-howardsmithwharves-crystalbrookvincent-cityexperiences-hotelmiami-153449.jpeg","uuid":"66c8f89b-5c19-4fe2-b9e8-5ad05b5016c9","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Crystalbrook Vincent, Brisbane",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_367958983":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Brisbane\"\u003EQueensland’s laidback capital city\u003C/a\u003E continues to charm travellers, including the folks at \u003Ci\u003ETIME Magazine\u003C/i\u003E, which named Brisbane in its coveted ‘World’s Greatest Places of 2023’ list. It’s little wonder the world is taking notice: the city’s climate and liveability is unrivalled, it’s packed with world-class restaurants and bars, and thriving riverside precincts South Bank and Howard Smith Wharves are set to be joined by the opening Queens Wharf, a $3.6billion entertainment and leisure destination, in 2024. That’s before you jump off into the beauty of Brisbane’s surrounding islands and national parks.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThere’s truly never been a better time to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/first-time-visitor/best-things-to-do-brisbane-for-first-timers\" target=\"_self\" title=\"brisbane first time guide\"\u003Ediscover Brisbane for yourself.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe impressive accolades continued as Brisbane’s boutique urban oasis, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5bbab3be17a6a428292f40e1-the-calile-hotel\" target=\"_self\" title=\"The Calile Hotel\"\u003EThe Calile\u003C/a\u003E, placed number 12 at the inaugural World’s 50 Best Hotels Awards.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E5. A rare sighting on the Great Barrier Reef\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_60473786":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2023_TNQ_LeopardToby_MichelleBarry.png","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2023_TNQ_LeopardToby_MichelleBarry.png","alt":"Close-up of Leopard Toby fish in the Coral Sea","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-top-moments-2023/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_60473786.coreimg{.width}.png/1700705176148/2023-tnq-leopardtoby-michellebarry.png","uuid":"72cbf679-a30d-43c5-9854-b25a546193a3","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Leopard Toby fish, Coral Sea, Cairns & Great Barrier Reef",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_893415155":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EIn October 2023, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/master-reef-guide-experiences\" title=\"Master Reef Guides\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMaster Reef Guides\u003C/a\u003E Michelle Barry and Catherine Logan came face-to-face with a rare Leopard Toby fish while at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5d772c5d96cc29dc45c8193a-osprey-reef\" title=\"Osprey Reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003EOsprey Reef\u003C/a\u003E with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25ecdaeeeaaf773cf1284-spirit-of-freedom\" title=\"Spirit of Freedom\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESpirit of Freedom\u003C/a\u003E’s liveaboard dive adventure – and it’s believed to be one of the first recorded sightings in the Coral Sea.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E6. A unique travel experience opens in remote Torres Strait\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_125520489":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2023_TNQ_TorresStrait_MasigIsland_Islands_@straitexperience.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2023_TNQ_TorresStrait_MasigIsland_Islands_@straitexperience.jpg","alt":"Masig Island, Torres Strait Islands, with Strait Experience","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-top-moments-2023/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_125520489.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1700705192954/2023-tnq-torresstrait-masigisland-islands--straitexperience.jpeg","uuid":"dd4637a0-5503-4e7f-935a-4e263f9794bf","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Masig Island, Torres Strait Islands, Cairns & Great Barrier Reef. Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/straitexperience/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@straitexperience\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1512440940":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/general-services/p-619c207cf29913966c642941-strait-experience\" title=\"Strait Experience\" target=\"_self\"\u003EStrait Experience\u003C/a\u003E is renowned for connecting intrepid travellers to the unique culture and unparalled beauty of the Torres Strait Islands, and 2023 saw the launch of a new multi-day tour experience to remote coral cay, Masig Island. Swaying palm trees, fringing reef and a soul-stirring Welcome to Country by a Masig Island Traditional Owner greet visitors upon arrival - and follows with idyllic days getting to know the Ailan Kastom (island customs) and local way of life with community members. It’s a rare opportunity to get to know this special part of Queensland.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E7. Museum of Underwater Art unveils a new exhibition\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_1037020739":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2023_TVS_MOUA_OceanSentinels_JasondeCairesTaylor_CharlieVeron.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2023_TVS_MOUA_OceanSentinels_JasondeCairesTaylor_CharlieVeron.jpg","alt":"Ocean Sentinels, the Museum of Underwater Art","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-top-moments-2023/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_1037020739.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1700630316699/2023-tvs-moua-oceansentinels-jasondecairestaylor-charlieveron.jpeg","uuid":"4d16c3d6-8083-4cab-9dfb-f88706ce7eb8","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Ocean Sentinels, Museum of Underwater Art, Townsville",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_187971143":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESnorkellers and divers have yet another reason to make their way to Townsville, with the unveiling on the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/museum-of-underwater-art\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Museum of Underwater Art\"\u003EMuseum of Underwater Art’s\u003C/a\u003E newest exhibition. Crafted by leading underwater sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-64ff97313c86082e13a33a66-ocean-sentinels--moua--museum-of-underwater-art\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Ocean Sentinels Museum of Underwater Art\"\u003EOcean Sentinels \u003C/a\u003Eis a captivating series of underwater sculptures that blend human figures with marine elements, fusing art and science. Each sculpture pays tribute to influential marine scientists or conservationists, highlighting their significant contributions to reef protection.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EInstalled at John Brewer Reef, Ocean Sentinels can be explored either by free dive, scuba or snorkel. Book your trip out with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dd02880253d74c4545e-adrenalin-snorkel-and-dive\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Adrenalin Snorkel and Dive\"\u003EAdrenalin Snorkel and Dive\u003C/a\u003E or \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25f8b2880253d74c47986-yongala-dive\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Yongala Dive\"\u003EYongala Dive\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E8. Queensland restaurants heat up – and even send diners up in the air\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy_2054087470":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2023_BNE_Veritgo_FoodBeverage_MarkusRavik.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2023_BNE_Veritgo_FoodBeverage_MarkusRavik.jpg","alt":"Diners at Vertigo Restaurant, Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-top-moments-2023/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy_2054087470.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1700705213284/2023-bne-veritgo-foodbeverage-markusravik.jpeg","uuid":"913bd85d-e602-47c6-9df7-c7b59488fceb","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Vertigo, Brisbane. Photo by Markus Ravik.",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1271370903":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EYou’re in for a real feast on your next Queensland getaway.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBrisbane’s bustling food scene \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/new-dining-brisbane\" target=\"_self\" title=\"new dining Brisbane\"\u003Ewelcomed many major players in 2023\u003C/a\u003E, including Sardinian fare at Pilloni, sleek NYC-inspired Midtown, and a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-64d03f5e0efb452a4745501b-goma-farmtotable\" target=\"_self\" title=\"GOMA Farm-to-Table\"\u003Efarm-to-table pop-up restaurant at GOMA\u003C/a\u003E that proved so popular it’s sticking around for longer. But it’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-64d95d6378846e354c34139c-vertigo\"\u003EVertigo\u003C/a\u003E that might be turning the most heads, a gastronomic experience set in Brisbane’s first ever vertical restaurant. Located 17-metres in the air, on the exterior of \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25dd72880253d74c45511-brisbane-powerhouse\" title=\"Brisbane Powerhouse\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBrisbane Powerhouse\u003C/a\u003E,\u003C/u\u003E Vertigo serves exquisite Italian dishes from onsite restaurant Bar Alto to hungry diners harnessed into their seats – who have the option to belay down to ground level after dessert.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/best-restaurants-sunshine-coast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Sunshine Coast restaurants\"\u003EFoodies on the Sunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E can now tuck into Fijian-Indian flavour at Pataka, chow down on local seafood onboard a trawler at Prawn Star, kick-back at Noosa Hinterland hub The Doonan, or dine on modern-Australian cuisine while overlooking native wildlife at Warrior Restaurant & Bar, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-62f9b71de2cbeb3a6546f359-the-crocodile-hunter-lodge\" target=\"_self\" title=\"The Crocodile Hunter Lodge Australia Zoo\"\u003EThe Crocodile Hunter Lodge’s\u003C/a\u003E signature restaurant.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECairns’ \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/riley-hotel-in-cairns\" title=\"Crystalbrook Riley\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECrystalbrook Riley\u003C/a\u003E unveiled Calypso Club – a speciality rum and seafood bar, while the many new additions on the Gold Coast include waterfront dining at Southport Pavilion, California-style bites and cocktails at Malibu Racquet Club and a Queensland outpost of The Langham's Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/gold-coast/dine/tang-court\" target=\"_self\" title=\"T'ang Court\"\u003ET'ang Court\u003C/a\u003E.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E9. New luxury accommodation opens across the state\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_copy":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/southern-queensland-country/blog-images/2023_SQC_BarrelViewLuxuryCabins_ReubenNutt_154430.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/southern-queensland-country/blog-images/2023_SQC_BarrelViewLuxuryCabins_ReubenNutt_154430.jpg","alt":"Unique luxury accommodation inside a giant wine barrel, Barrel View Luxury Cabins, Stanthorpe","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-top-moments-2023/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_copy.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1732762884539/2023-sqc-barrelviewluxurycabins-reubennutt-154430.jpeg","uuid":"9da03f00-de6c-44cd-b603-ec4691933643","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Barrel View Luxury Cabins, Stanthorpe, Southern Queensland Country",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_2023722913":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EIn 2023, luxurious new digs opened their doors across Queensland, making our top tourism destinations even more alluring.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETravellers can now relax beachside at the Gold Coast’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/48-hours-in-burleigh-heads\" title=\"48 hours in Burleigh Heads\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBurleigh Heads\u003C/a\u003E from five-star hotel, The Mondrian. Luxury resort, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-64af8382469deead5536e64e-essence-peregian-beach\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Essence Peregian Beach\"\u003EEssence\u003C/a\u003E, has helped solidify Peregian Beach’s spot on the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Sunshine Coast\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E holiday map with a 32-suite boutique hotel and 20 luxury holiday homes set on the shimmering coastline. North in \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville\" title=\"Townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E, luxury hotel Ardo will take bookings from December, offering world-class dining, day spa and sea views in the heart of the city’s main attractions.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESeeking Whitsundays paradise without kids in tow? \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5c09b86c428abad01d034ef1-intercontinental-hayman-island-resort\" title=\"Intercontinental Hayman Island Resort\" target=\"_self\"\u003EInterContintental Hayman Island Resort\u003C/a\u003E opened a collection of 12 ultra-luxurious beachfront villas – complete with a dedicated concierge at your service - \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/intercontinental-hayman-island-resort-opens-luxury-adults-only-beachfront-pavilions\" title=\"The Pavillions\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe Pavilions\u003C/a\u003E. While among the vineyards in the state’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/wineries-breweries-and-distilleries/granite-belt-wineries\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Granite Belt wineries\"\u003EGranite Belt Wine Country\u003C/a\u003E, travellers can now spend the night in giant wine barrel-shaped cabins at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-63c4d2bfe3fcad7159742c08-barrel-view-luxury-cabins\" title=\"Barrel View Luxury Cabins\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBarrel View\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor those who prefer an island escape that resets mind and body, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-649b90168820ba8b071dcb3b-pelorus-private-island\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Pelorus private island\"\u003EPelorus Private Island\u003C/a\u003E is nature’s way of setting ‘do not disturb mode’. The ultimate in luxury and seclusion (with the price tag to match) the Northern Escape Collection property boasts our luxe suites sleeping eight guests at any one time, and it’s only accessible by helicopter or private yacht.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWith so much more to come in 2024, there’s never been a better time to soak up the magic of Queensland.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003Cb\u003EPlanning a trip to Queensland in 2024? \u003Ca title=\"2024 Queensland events\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/queensland-events-not-to-miss\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHere are the best events you can't miss\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"spacer_2107517140":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"medium",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"editorial_card_carou":{"maxNumber":20,"region":"","town":"","title":"You may also like","componentID":"editorial-card-carousel_159459319","areaName":[],"notch":false,"stamp":{"src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/logos/BOQE-2026-Stamp_Teal.png","alt":null,"link":null,"quality":0.0},"publicClassificationPathKey":"road-trips","goodToGo":{"src":"","alt":"","link":null,"quality":0.0},"button":{"label":null,"target":"_self"},":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-card-carousel"},"spacer_2107517140_co":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"medium",":type":"teq/components/spacer"}},":itemsOrder":["editorial_hero_banne","editorialauthor","editorial_descriptio","image","editorial_descriptio_1356602144","image_copy_628619686","editorial_descriptio_1597878150","image_copy_1303136991","editorial_descriptio_2122728168","editorial_descriptio_1560113453","image_copy_1634278359","editorial_descriptio_367958983","image_copy_60473786","editorial_descriptio_893415155","image_copy_125520489","editorial_descriptio_1512440940","image_copy_1037020739","editorial_descriptio_187971143","image_copy_2054087470","editorial_descriptio_1271370903","image_copy","editorial_descriptio_2023722913","spacer_2107517140","editorial_card_carou","spacer_2107517140_co"],":type":"wcm/foundation/components/responsivegrid"},"chat":{"title":"Bunji","welcomeMessage":"Hello 👋 I'm Bunji, your mate from Queensland. 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