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Just 45 minute Fast Cat ride from Cairns, Fitzroy’s coral beaches and rainforest are as alluring as the Great Barrier Reef that surrounds it – one reason the whole island is designated as national park. Settle into \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25e5b2880253d74c45f2f-fitzroy-island-resort\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Fitzroy Island Resort\"\u003Ea beach cabin, jungle bungalow or self-contained apartment\u003C/a\u003E then discover everything you can do here (there’s a lot). From sea kayaking and boat tours to dive lessons, indoor cinema and games, there’s never a dull moment. Don’t miss a visit to the turtle rehabilitation centre, which rescues and nurtures sick and injured turtles.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThen it’s time to head into the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cape-tribulation-and-the-daintree\" target=\"_self\" title=\"travel Daintree Cape Tribulation\"\u003EDaintree and Cape Tribulation\u003C/a\u003E. This isn’t just any jungle experience: your family can connect with the world’s oldest surviving culture, in the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/visit-the-daintree-rainforest\" target=\"_self\" title=\"how to see Daintree rainforest\"\u003Eworld’s oldest rainforest\u003C/a\u003E. Get a deeper understanding of the Daintree \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b261bf7b935fbe730e173a-walkabout-cultural-adventures\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Walkabout Cultural Adventures Indigenous tour Daintree\"\u003Eon an Indigenous tour\u003C/a\u003E, taste tropical fresh fruits pulled straight from the tree, then explore the rainforest and beaches \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/tours/p-56b261c4aeeeaaf773cf4f8e-cape-trib-horse-rides\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Cape Trib Horse Rides\"\u003Eon horseback\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFiji = Heron Island\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image_1508765428":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/blog-images/2021_GLD_HeronIsland_CourtneyAtkinson.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gladstone/blog-images/2021_GLD_HeronIsland_CourtneyAtkinson.jpg","alt":"Heron Island | incredible Queensland family holiday ideas","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/families/swap-overseas-family-holiday-for-queensland/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1508765428.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1615853496027/2021-gld-heronisland-courtneyatkinson.jpeg","uuid":"5cd2afde-2354-406b-86a7-555f1352a45e","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_439478824":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re looking for somewhere to just\u003Ci\u003E be\u003C/i\u003E, we’ve got just the place. She goes by the name of \u003Ca title=\"Heron Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone/heron-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHeron Island\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA safe coral lagoon for snorkelling, tidal walks to explore marine life with only getting your feet wet, and a laidback sense of calm you can escape to: Heron Island offers a taste of Fiji, all in a tiny speck of an island. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA two-hour boat ride from \u003Ca title=\"Gladstone\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gladstone\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGladstone\u003C/a\u003E (or a speedy 20-minute helicopter flight), Heron island is the perfect place for families who want to strip away the busy-ness of life and replace it with simplicity.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBesides snorkelling in the lagoon, or heading out via boat to explore the larger sections of the reef (you’re nearly guaranteed to see a turtle), the kids can enrol in the Heron Island Junior Rangers Program. The nature-based program is for kids aged between 7 and 12, and offers a range of activities such as bird watching and reef walks to nurture a sense of exploration and caring for the environment.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn case you need one more reason to visit, Heron is a popular nesting site for \u003Ca title=\"Where to see turtles Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/turtles\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreen and Loggerhead Turtles\u003C/a\u003E, with nesting mums (from November) and baby hatchlings (January to March), stealing the show every year. Watching hatchlings make their dash for the water is a moment your whole family will never forget.  \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ECancun = Noosa\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image_1529143126":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/2021_SC_NoosaHeadsMainBeach_Beaches_JesseLindemann_143276.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/2021_SC_NoosaHeadsMainBeach_Beaches_JesseLindemann_143276.jpg","alt":"Noosa Heads Main Beach | incredible Queensland family holiday ideas","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/families/swap-overseas-family-holiday-for-queensland/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1529143126.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1615520392389/2021-sc-noosaheadsmainbeach-beaches-jesselindemann-143276.jpeg","uuid":"155c0cb6-3439-481e-8e67-0dc3be8d4ccc","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_201492497":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EAt face value, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast/noosa\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Noosa holidays\"\u003ENoosa\u003C/a\u003E is picture-perfect. A resort town at the ocean’s edge, lined with world-class restaurants and cafes, designer boutiques, and beaches you can’t drag yourself away from. But peel back the layers and you’ll find it’s got a lot more up its sleeve. With local adventure at every turn, you won’t need to bundle the kids in the car for days.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYour first port of call should be Noosa Main Beach. This north-facing cove offers gentle waves for little legs to play, and is lifeguard patrolled from 7am-4pm during warmer months. Enrol in surf school, or take the trails towards \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/the-ultimate-guide-to-noosa-national-park\" target=\"_self\" title=\"how to do Noosa National Park\"\u003ENoosa National Park\u003C/a\u003E: look out to see the stunning coastline, look up to spot koalas in the trees.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESlip over to Noosa River to get a little more action on jet-skis, stand-up paddleboards and kayaks. For a longer paddle, the beauty of UNESCO biosphere \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/noosa-everglades\" target=\"_self\" title=\"how to do Noosa Everglades\"\u003ENoosa Everglades\u003C/a\u003E is a short drive away. Nomatter how you spend your day, end it at a waterfront restaurant that serves up cocktails for the parents, and kids menus that’ll serve up smiles from your tribe.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EExplore your \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/sunshine-coast-accommodation/noosa-accommodation\"\u003ENoosa accommodation\u003C/a\u003E options and follow this guide to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/noosa-family-holiday-guide\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Noosa with the kids holiday guide\"\u003E7 days in Noosa with the kids\u003C/a\u003E to plan your trip.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELondon = Brisbane\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2021_BNE_WheelofBrisbane_CityExperiences_@in_focus_studios.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2021_BNE_WheelofBrisbane_CityExperiences_@in_focus_studios.jpg","alt":"Wheel of Brisbane South Bank | incredible Queensland family holiday ideas","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/families/swap-overseas-family-holiday-for-queensland/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1615520823633/2021-bne-wheelofbrisbane-cityexperiences--in-focus-studios.jpeg","uuid":"7c95e3e2-9218-4655-819e-f332624f4b05","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/in_focus_studios/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@in_focus_studios\u003C/a\u003E",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text_59913271":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ETake a spin on the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-57736974c3aa74981bcc9705-the-channel-seven-wheel-of-brisbane\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Wheel of Brisbane tour South Bank\"\u003EWheel of Brisbane\u003C/a\u003E, peer out over the skyline and you might just think you’re looking down on The Thames instead. Well, almost – the bright blue sky and sunshine might be the giveaway that you’re in Brisbane, not London.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBut if you’re looking for a family holiday this year that’ll inspire your children with art and science, offer a cultural immersion, and plenty of fun along the way – book your flights to Brisbane.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/south-bank-guide-for-kids\" target=\"_self\" title=\"South Bank guide for kids\"\u003ESouth Bank\u003C/a\u003E (that’s Brisbane, not London) is the place to play and learn, with free entry art galleries, science museums, and hands-on workshops for the kids. Once you’re done, take a short stroll into the parklands for a dip at inner-city Streets Beach. But it doesn’t end there: you’ll find \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/families/things-to-do-in-brisbane-for-the-whole-family\" target=\"_self\" title=\"things to do family holiday Brisbane\"\u003Efun for the whole family\u003C/a\u003E all over the city, and a little out of it too: take a side-trip to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/families/family-friendly-waterfalls-brisbane\" target=\"_self\" title=\"family friendly waterfalls brisbane\"\u003Eswim under these waterfalls\u003C/a\u003E, or jump on board Yalingbila Tours – an Indigenous whale-watching cruise that departs South Bank for the waters around Minjerribah (\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/north-stradbroke-island\" target=\"_self\" title=\"travel North Stradbroke Island\"\u003ENorth Stradbroke Island\u003C/a\u003E).\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere’s activities to fill \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/things-to-do-brisbane-with-kids-7-day-holiday\" target=\"_self\" title=\"7 days in Brisbane with the kids \"\u003Ea week-long family holiday\u003C/a\u003E, and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/brisbane-kid-friendly-restaurant\" target=\"_self\" title=\"kid friendly cafes Brisbane\"\u003Ewhere to eat\u003C/a\u003E while you’re here. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EThe Dinosaur Ridge Trail = Australian Dinosaur 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