Brisbane is the 3rd largest city in Australia and is the state capital of Queensland. It is a vibrant river town where you can enjoy the edgy art scene, raucous nightlife, adventure sports, lush parks, historical buildings and amazing restaurants and coffee houses. The weather is brilliant, sunny sun-tropical climate, for outdoorsy entertainment. You can go jogging, swimming, cycling, kayaking or rock-climbing. Moreton Bay is a getaway you could go to while you are in Brisbane. You could enjoy the beaches and passing parades of whales, turtles and dolphins. There are a lot of other getaways to consider too which are just a few hours away - Cairns, Port Douglas, Rainbow Beach and so many others.