International exhibitions, world-class tourism attractions, heritage-listed fringes and an enviable outdoor lifestyle have combined to position Brisbane as a city with its eyes firmly set on the future.
Both dynamic and down-to-earth, Brisbane has become the city everyone wants to be around and this is never more evident than in the depth and breadth of tourism experiences and the exclusive major events that the city continues to attract.
Brisbane is setting the scene for an unbeatable winter of world-class events including a new blockbuster at the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA).
Surrealism: The Poetry of Dreams will be showing from June to October 2011. Brisbane will be the only Australian venue to host this exhibition featuring the core of the Paris Centre Pompidou's surrealist collection.
Other events hitting Brisbane this year include the Queensland Music Festival (15 to 31 July); Doctor Zhivago (6 July to 11 August); Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane (20 to 26 August); the final match of the 2011 Tri Nations (Bledisloe Cup): Australia v New Zealand at Suncorp Stadium (27 August); and the Brisbane Festival (3 to 24 September).
ARTS AND CULTURE
Art aficionados will love the city's cultural scene, which consistently delivers a diverse program of national and international events plus a program dedicated to local emerging and established artists and performers.
The Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts, the Brisbane Powerhouse and La Boite Theatre offer a stellar line up of innovative performances all year round which have cemented their reputation in the cultural life of the city and artistic life of the nation.
The Queensland Museum & Sciencentre, State Library of Queensland and the Queensland Performing Arts Centre make up the official cultural precinct of the city - working individually and together to provide an assorted calendar of events from live theatre, comedy, ballet, visual arts, festivals and an educational program for children.
A highlight of the precinct is the Queensland Art Gallery and must see Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA). GoMA is the largest modern and purpose-built art museum in the southern hemisphere and has gained a worldwide reputation for offering a range of exclusive exhibitions not seen anywhere else in Australia.
WINING AND DINING
Bars in Brisbane are also gaining a reputation for leading the way in style, design, creativity and ambience. Award-winning night club and bar Cloudland has been joined by newcomers on the scene including the sophisticated alloneword, LaRuche, Canvas Wine & Cocktail Bar and Siana Valley.
Brisbane's thriving dining scene is capturing Australia's attention with the country's New Restaurant of the Year (Ortiga), Maitre D' of the Year (Aria Restaurant) and Wine List of the Year (1889 Enoteca) according to the Australian Gourmet Traveller 2011 Restaurant Awards.
Other dining options that should not go overlooked are The Buffalo Club, The Crosstown Eating House, Libertine Restaurant & Bar, Urbane, The Euro, The Chelsea, 5th Element Bar & Cellar, Tartufo Ristorante & Bar, South Bank Surf Club and Sardine Tin.
EXPERIENCES
Brisbane has a diverse selection of boutique, contemporary and progressive hotels for the discerning business and leisure traveller plus luxuriously appointed rooms and backpacker style accommodation.
The Emporium Hotel, Stamford Plaza Hotel (re-opening 31 March), Hilton Brisbane, Treasury Hotel & Casino and Sofitel Brisbane remain the city's most luxurious hotels. Newcomers and popular alternatives are boutique venues Limes Hotel, Chester's Boutique Hotel and Spicers Balfour.
Action enthusiasts can step things up a notch with Brisbane's many adventure activities that are sure to get the heart racing. Take in a bird's eye view of the city during a Story Bridge Adventure Climb (one of only three in the world), go kayaking with Riverlife, or abseil 20 metres down the 20 million year old Kangaroo Point Cliffs.
See Brisbane from a different angle aboard the city's river cruise operators including Mirimar Cruises, Kookaburra River Queens, River City Cruises and Brisbane Cruises.
Wheel of Brisbane in the South Bank Parklands is a great option for families for its audio commentary guiding you through your three rotations in a safe, air-conditioned cabin 60 meters in the air.
Family fun and Australian native wildlife experiences are on offer at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - the world's first and largest Koala sanctuary with more than 130 koalas calling the venue home.
Get amazing views of Brisbane all the way out to Moreton Bay from the Mt Coot-tha Lookout.
Enjoy Queensland's famous liquid gold at the XXXX Brewery Ale House and learn the origins of this favourite brew.
Visit the birthplace of rail in Queensland at the Workshops Rail Museum in Ipswich. Recently recognised as the winner of the 2010 Australian Tourism Award's Best Heritage and Cultural tourism experience, the Workshops Rail Museum features 15 hands-on exhibitions for visitors to explore.
LANDSCAPES
A day trip or short break east to Moreton Bay and Islands or west to Scenic Rim, Ipswich and Country Valleys can provide some of the best activities including sky diving, snorkelling, scuba diving or horse riding, hiking, rock climbing or 4WD adventures. Brisbane is the ideal hub to explore the natural splendour of these regions, each with their own unique character and rich heritage.
From blockbuster events to cool cafés, action adventures and the great outdoors, there's a memorable experience for everyone in Australia's new world city.
(Source: TravMedia.com ; 28/03/11)
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