I can not say enough about how much our family enjoyed out stay in the Brisbane boutique hotels this past summer. Everyone was happy because there were a lot of things for us all to do. Through the hotel we were able to find many activities for the kids that they really did enjoy and got to meet kids there vacationing from other parts of Australia and the world. A great experience for them, perhaps some long term friendships will come from the swapping of email with some of the kids on our departure.
Brisbane is just about right smack in the middle of the eastern coast line of Australia, in the state of Queensland. The Brisbane river winds through the city and empties in to the Moreton Bay. It is the longest river in the state and makes for pretty scenery within the city of Brisbane. Eating dinners at riverside resturaunts became a favorite for our evening dinners along with walks evening and mornings there.
Brisbane is a modern city as you would expect. Lots of high rises and bustle that comes with a modern urban area however tempered by the proximity to the ocean and the call of the Pacific. Residences of Brisbane sure do appear to love the out of doors, and why not! With lost of sun and warm temperatures why would you want to sat inside. This adds a laid back side to this big city a balance so to speak.
Our stay we experience nice warm days that were for the most part sunny and dry. The evenings were cool and in contrast to the days were almost chilly. Jackets and sweaters were required especially if these was a wind. The sunny days were a welcomed relief from all the cold and rain back home. Brisbane was a great idea for a vacation. Hopefully we will have a chance to return one day.