Australia’s most beloved holiday destination for Chinese travelers: 4 must-see events in Queensland

Reporter Chen Ziying / Comprehensive report

Australia’s natural beauty and ecology have long been a dream travel destination for many, but do you know where locals of Chinese descent love to vacation the most? According to a survey by Tourism Research Australia, 50% of Chinese Australians plan to visit Queensland within the next two years, and the report highlights that Chinese immigrants show the highest interest in traveling to Queensland within the first two to three years of settling in Australia.

What exciting events are coming up in Queensland? Check out the recommendations from Tourism Queensland below:

A beautiful encounter with sea turtles

▲ Sea turtles nesting along the coastline create some of the most moving sights in Queensland this season. (Photo provided by Tourism Queensland)

Queensland’s annual grand sea turtle viewing season is set to take center stage once again. From November each year to March of the following year, green sea turtles, loggerhead turtles, flatback turtles, and hawksbill turtles nest along the Queensland coastline, with sightings possible in many areas. Lady Elliot Island at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef and Mon Repos in Bundaberg are among the best places in Australia to observe turtle habitats. Visitors can witness this touching natural ecological spectacle firsthand within national park protected areas.

G20 Summit: Discover a new Brisbane
This November, world leaders including U.S. President Obama and German Chancellor Merkel will travel across the globe to Brisbane for the G20 Summit. The event is expected to attract 4,000 delegates and over 3,000 media personnel to the city.

Great Barrier Reef Marathon

▲ The Great Barrier Reef Super Marathon also takes runners through stunning coastal scenery. (Photo provided by Tourism Queensland)

The 2014 Great Barrier Reef Marathon kicks off on November 9 in Port Douglas. In addition to the 74-kilometer ultra marathon, the event includes a 21.1-kilometer half marathon, 10-kilometer and 5-kilometer fun runs, as well as a 2.5-kilometer challenge for kids—catering to the whole family.

2014 PGA Championship of Australia – Battle on the Gold Coast

▲ Golfing in Queensland is a new travel trend. (Photo provided by Tourism Queensland)

The 2014 PGA Championship of Australia will be held from December 11 to 14 at the Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast. The RACV Royal Pines Resort has been the host venue for the PGA Championship of Australia from 2013 to 2017. Recently, Tourism and Events Queensland launched golf tour packages, inviting international travelers to tee off at top-tier courses on the Gold Coast.


▲ Or choose a yacht cruise to take in the scenic beauty of the Gold Coast. (Photo provided by Tourism Queensland)