Experience Townsville

Located some 1350 kilometres north of Brisbane, Townsville is a vibrant city overlooked by the gaze of Castle Hill. The weather in this city is known to be bright and shiny, making way for all sorts of outdoor activities all year round. If you’re looking for spectacular landscapes, Townsville is home to many.

The Strand

The beach promenade in Townsville is a rather popular spot, stretching for 2.5 kilometres, attracting both tourists and locals, alike. The Strand is a mere 6-minute ride from Oaks Metropole Hotel, convenient and easy to get to! Townsville’s beachfront is a popular spot for jogging, cycling, rollerblading and evening strolls.

Castle Hill

Townsville’s most popular landmark, Castle Hill, is easy to get to from Townsville accommodation apartments. This prominent attraction has a rich history behind it, as it was used as a lookout by American soldiers during World War 2. You’ll find walking tracks lacing the hill, however, if you feel lazy you can even drive up!

The North Queensland Military Museum

If you’re a history fan and enjoy garnering new knowledge about the past, the North Queensland Military Museum has got you covered. The museum houses excellent exhibits from wars over the centuries.

The Great Barrier Reef

The World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef is an Australian tourism treasure. You’re bound to come across all types of packages in terms of visiting the reef that usually includes; a boat ride, snorkelling and diving with the diverse marine life. You’re guaranteed to witness stingrays, reef sharks and turtles among the many other forms of aquatic life.

Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+