Island hopping is a rite of passage in Queensland, from world-class dining and family fun on Hamilton Island to the rocky landscapes of Magnetic Island, the sealife and snorkelling on Lady Elliott Island and K’gari’s natural beauty.

Cruise the dreamy Whitsundays to Whitehaven Beach, where seven kilometres of brilliant white silica sand and shallow turquoise waters create a safe haven for water babies and a picture-perfect backdrop for keen photographers. Make Cairns your gateway to the tropical North, where the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest meet. Dive headfirst into underwater adventures, walk in the shadow of ancient trees and wind your way skywards on the Kuranda Scenic Railway.

Take your time on the Fraser Coast, visiting Hervey Bay for unmissable whale watching experiences and venturing out into the lush hinterland for camping, fishing and tranquil picnic spots.

Looking for outback adventure in the wilderness? It’s all on offer here: from the mining city of Mount Isa – nestled amid the dusty red Selwyn Ranges – to Hughenden, with its volcanic landscapes and extensive fossil collection. Tap into the rich heritage of the state with a visit to North Stradbroke Island. Known as Minjerribah by the Indigenous Quandamooka people, this island just off the coast of Brisbane is home to countless significant sites including Blue Lake (known as Karboora, ‘deep silent pool’) and Eighteen Mile Swamp.

Even Brisbane, the state’s cosmopolitan capital, takes its cues from nature, enticing locals and visitors to the culinary wonderland that is Howard Smith Wharves, bursting with arts and culture at GOMA and a gateway to scenic hinterland or a tropical island paradise.

The Gold Coast may thrive on man-made fun but the highs are all natural, promising an adrenaline rush from theme park thrills and a healthy dose of endorphins following breezy beach days. Arguably the Gold Coast’s laidback sibling, the Sunshine Coast lets you take things at your pace, offering quieter beaches and wholesome hinterland activities.

Pack your sense of adventure and follow the call to Queensland – this beautiful state is Good to Go.