January 16th, 2012 
Tushar Mathur Brisbane is in the east of Australia, in the state of Queensland. It is a beautiful place, and there is lots to keep the visitor entertained.
Cruises
There are all kinds of really superb sightseeing cruises to take from Brisbane. This is a city built around water, and the water is one of the best ways to see it. The Brisbane River runs through the heart of the city and opens up into the breathtaking Moreton Bay. Have your camera at the ready and keep your eyes peeled to dolphins!
Climbing
There are a number of amazing climbs near Brisbane. It is not a mountainous region, but that doe not mean that the climbs are any the less challenging. One of the best loved spots is Kangaroo Point. This is pretty central to Brisbane and has cliff faces that bare the legacy of the mining activity of an earlier time. There are climbs suited to all abilities.
Shopping
For the shopaholic Brisbane does not disappoint. With everything from big department stores and vast shopping malls to small boutique retailers, there is something for every taste. If your other half is not as interested in the idea of shopping as you are there are plenty of friendly pubs you can leave them in, secure in the knowledge they won’t have an empty glass.
Fishing
There is some great fishing to be had in the river, Moreton Bay, and beyond. Species such as Threadfin Salmon, Bream and Catfish can be found in the river, and there are no shortage of fishing charters who will take you further out.
Whale watching
Seeing these amazing behemoths will be something that you never forget. Every year from July to November pods of Humpback Whales can be spotted migrating from the cold water of the south to give birth to their young. Whale watching cruises combine spotting these beasts with a fascinating commentary that will see you learn a lot about these mysterious mammals.
Sight Seeing
Brisbane is fairly compact, which makes it the ideal city to explore with walking tours. Different tours are available, some even taking time to stop for photo opportunities with koalas. As always it is the guides that add the value to these kinds of tours, and you will inevitably get much more from the experience than if you had just wandered the route by yourself.
Theme parks
If theme parks are your thing, then Brisbane is going to be your kind of place. The Gold Coast is a magnet for this kind of attractions, and there are plenty to choose from. Warner Bros. Movie World has all kinds of exciting hi-octane rides and also boasts the unforgettable Hollywood Stunt Driver show, recreating the chases, crashes and stunts that have wowed audiences on the silver screen – right in front of your eyes!
Simon Grant of Time to Wander wrote this content for Etihad Airways, whose many routes include flights to Brisbane.
