This is the most underrated destination in Australia
Travel writer Amber Cross describes what she thinks is the most underrated location in Australia. Better book your tickets soon, it’s not going to be a secret for long!
Queensland is one of my very favourite spots; I love the sunshine, the holiday vibes and the ease of popping across the ditch for a romantic break close to home.
The secret's definitely out though and if, like me, you're up for adventuring where only the locals know about, consider heading off the beaten path and laying out your towel on one of these beautiful beaches.
Hidden away in Noosa National Park and accessible only via foot, Alexandria Bay is well worth the mission. It's a three kilometre hike through scrubland, but the reward is uncrowded stretches of sand and rolling barrels (great for keen surfers).
My next favourite secret spot is in the Mackay region. It's not other beachgoers you'll share the sand with, but rather wallabies at Cape Hillsborough. It's also a great spot for keen bird watchers.
If you're in Palm Cove and looking for a quieter spot, head to Ellis Beach. While there, pop into the Ellis Beach Bar & Grill for a delicious post-dip lunch.
You could almost roll off the plane and onto Mudjimba Beach it's that close to the Sunshine Coast Airport. Yet this peaceful village is often completely off the radar for out-of-towners.
Do you agree with Amber’s suggestions? Have you ever visited these holiday spots? What do you think the most underrated holiday location in Australia is?
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Written by Amber Cross. First appeared on Stuff.co.nz.