Brisbane

Immense adventure, unique approach and fresh experiences, this is what "Brisbane" city is all about. On the landscape of this city, air is full of optimism and you can feel a sense of exploration everywhere. Popular for exciting events, cultural scenes and great weather, Brisbane, for your surprise offers warm, friendly and sophisticated charm.  Turbal Aboriginal and Jagera were the first ethnic groups to settle in the region before advent of European tribes. The city has been named after ''Sir Thomas Brisbane'' who was believed to be a colonial manager and British warrior from Scotland.  

Brisbane boasts an appealing complement of several facilities to play host to wide variety of cultural festivals that occur here so frequently. Immense parklands complex is situated in the side of Queensland culture hub which accommodates finest arts, amazing ''Queensland museum'', performing art complex and State Library. Overall, the city possess a splendid olden time in sport as well as performing arts.

Things to see and do in Brisbane

Planning a trip to Brisbane is just like getting into an adventurous wonderland as there is so much to see and do.  The lovers of animals can observe the wildlife closely at Alma Park or Lona Pine Zoo while for outdoor excitement, go for a thrilling sailing tour or move to enjoy fishing charter. For adventure lovers, exploring stunning coastline areas of Moreton Island and North Stradbroke is a must while others can go for some unusual tours including eco tours, ghost tours, historic waling trips and amazing air trips with wine and fine food.

Some other tourist destinations that you can enjoy in Brisbane include Stairways Falls, Somerset Trail, Queen Mary Falls Circuit, Python Rock, Mt Barney climb, Mount tempest, Mount Bithongabel, Moran Falls, ''Green Mountains to Christmas Creek'', ''Box Forest Track'' and many more.

Airlines flying to Brisbane

Qantas, United Airlines,Emirates, Air New Zealand provide very cheap air fares to visit Brisbane.

Passport and Visa requirements for US Citizens

U.S. citizens are required to secure a visa prior to travel to Australia. Australia issues visas electronically and the visa is called an "Electronic Travel Authority" – "ETA". The ETA allows you to travel to Australia for tourism, to visit friends or relatives, or for short-term Business. The ETA is good for multiple entries to Australia and allows you to remain in the country for stays up to three months on any one entry.