Brisbane is an amazing destination for a holiday, offering up a great climate, a wonderful dining scene, awesome attractions, beautiful beaches and much, much more.
If you're looking for somewhere in Australia to head for a break, Brisbane is a fantastic place to choose. Here are just a few ideas about where you can stay and what you can do during your visit.
The new Mantra on Edward opens its doors on October 6 as a fully serviced apartment hotel, and is a fantastic place to consider for your accommodation in Brisbane. One of its best features is its location, right in the heart of Brisbane, meaning some of the city's best attractions are right on your doorstep. Just down the road from the Eagle Street Pier, Queen Street Mall, Suncorp Stadium and South Bank, you're never far from the action.
Enjoy the comfort of a one, two or three bedroom apartment with beds you'll be happy to come home to at the end of a long day exploring the city. Not to mention you'll also have many of your home conveniences on hand, such as a kitchen and laundry, so you can really settle in. It's a great feeling to be able to fill up the fridge with your own groceries even while you're on holiday. While dining out is fun, sometimes all you want is a home cooked meal. Make a mug of tea or coffee, make use of the microwave, toaster and dishwasher and enjoy your home away from home.
Of course, you'll also have a lovely living area to enjoy, complete with LCD television. Bring your own device and connect to the WiFi, or connect your iPod up and play your favourite music.
If you're bringing family members along, you'll be happy to know high chairs and cots are available on request, so even the smallest of guests can be catered for. What's more, you can also enjoy your apartment's own balcony when you feel like some fresh air.
In addition to this, you can also relax and unwind with the heated pool, spa and sauna, perfect for an afternoon or evening dip. Those who want to keep up their fitness routines while on holiday can also enjoy the fully equipped gymnasium on site.
"The new Mantra on Edward opens its doors on October 6 as a fully serviced apartment hotel, and is a fantastic place to consider for your accommodation in Brisbane."
Furthermore, those travelling for work can benefit from the internet lounge, photocopying and business services. All in all, Mantra on Edward has something to offer every traveller to Brisbane.
Wondering how to spend your holiday time in Brisbane? You have a fantastic range of options. If you're interested in the arts and culture, head to South Bank, which is home to the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art. There are also regular events such as concerts and festivals that take place in this part of the city, so check out what's on during the dates of your visit.
Do you feel like getting in touch with nature? Then visit the City Botanic Gardens and enjoy the serenity. Or, you can head to the nearby Moreton Bay, where you can savour a peaceful day of seaside bliss. Did you know that sometimes you can even see humpback whales off the coast as they migrate?
You could even consider a close encounter with cuddly creatures at the Daisy Hill Koala Centre, a retreat and protection centre for these animals.
With so much to see, you'll never run out of things to do during your time in Brisbane.