Other Regions in Queensland

ESP looks at the "Townsville and North Qld" in Queensland

Visitors to the Townsville region will enjoy beautifull warm days, with the sun shining brightly on the calm blue seas. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, visitors truly enjoy the stunning natural beauty, rich history and fabulous man-made attractions that await them in this region. Couples, families and people of all ages will enjoy the many activities and attractions of the North, whether they are seeking peaceful relaxation or something more adventurous.

The region extends from Townsville south to Home Hill and north to Mission Beach . Townsville is the centre of the North Queensland region and from here you can travel west to the old gold towns of Charters Towers and Ravenswood, or north to Tully for whitewater rafting. Magnetic Island is just 20 minutes from Townsville by ferry, crossing calm Cleveland Bay. Other islands in the North Queensland region include Orpheus , Bedarra , Dunk and Hinchinbrook Islands. Each island offers a different style of accommodation, from rustic to romantic. Activities vary and include breathtaking nature walks, a wide range of watersports or just simply relaxing on your own stretch of beach under a palm tree.

Known as the best place to eat a mango is in the bath. You'll see why when you enjoy a delectable Bowen mango from the town of Bowen - Bowen mangos are known as the cream of the crop.