Introduction

Discover South East Queensland’s most scenic drives, all within 3 hours of Brisbane, offering local travellers the perfect escape to relax, refresh and reconnect.

Welcome to our new, exciting and easy-to-use guide helping locals and tourists discover the best of South East Queensland’s bays, beaches, rivers, hinterlands, valleys and towns. Colourcoded sections complete with drive maps, itineraries, and local insights and knowledge, allow you to plan a quick escape and maximise your holiday experience.

A short break goes a long way. Less planning, lower costs and greater frequency make shorter breaks a smart way to holiday. Relax by taking time out of your busy schedule, and at the same time help local businesses. Refresh by spending quality time with those who really matter. Reconnect with people and places, making new and lasting memories.

Let’s hit the road South East Queensland! To all our hard working local councils, tourism bodies, businesses and Accredited Visitor Information Centres across South East Queensland, who kindly support this publication through advertising, we offer our heartfelt thanks. For more information and regular destination updates we encourage you to visit our website wotsoninqld.com.au, sign up to our free monthly newsletters and follow us on social media.

Should you require more advice on planning your holiday, or acquiring some local knowledge of places you’re wanting to visit, we recommend contacting or dropping in to the local Visitor Information Centre, or having a good look at visitqueensland.com.au for all the information you’ll need on booking your accommodation and tours.

Please don’t forget to travel safely and visit Stay on Track Outback on Facebook and Life Saving Queensland for how to best stay safe on our roads and between the flags.

We hope we’ve made your stay safer and more enjoyable!