Townsville is on the north eastern coast of Australia and is considered the unofficial capital of North Queensland. It’s not hard to see why. The ever growing city which is now home to around 195,000 people has one of the highest residential growths in the country. It is also surrounded by some fabulous attractions.

The Great Barrier Reef is the main attraction attracts tourists year round, but many tourists also come to see Australia’s gorgeous islands, including Magnetic Island. The wondrous rainforests to the north are an ecological marvel. The city is also a gateway to the rugged outback in the West, which is home to two mining stations as well as a vast array of cattle stations. Many different forms of accommodation are available and there is bound to be something that will suit any amount of people wishing to travel to the area.

Townsville also has some fun night life and really good shopping, which would make for the perfect weekend.

Shopping, fine dining, nightlife, car hire for you to travel at your own leisure around the area and the many day trips available will leave you hitting the pillow exhausted at night and dreaming of what you will plan for the next day.