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Young, wild and free? Here are some of the best Brisbane destinations that are perfect for young travelers (or anyone who’s up for the challenge, really.)
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Tree top walk. Found at Lamington National Park, this trail of suspension bridges is the closest you can come to walking on air. The structure was built 25 years ago and features 180 meters of suspended bridges, which sways 15 meters off the ground. Conquer your acrophobia (fear of heights) and burst through the canopy by climbing up to one of two observation decks along the way. The highest tower reaches 30 meters above ground.
Games night out. Put some supersized fun into your next board game by playing with your buddies using a giant version of classic board games. Game Night is held in King George Square every last Thursday of each month starting at 5 PM up to 9 PM. There are giant versions of Connect Four, Jenga, Dominoes, Chinese Checkers, as well as a selection of regular board games. What’s best is that joining is free and you can bring your own games.
Moreton Island glamping. Love camping but not the gear-lugging, latrine digging and tent-pitching? Take a trip to Merton Island and take advantage of their “glamp,” which is a collection of permanent two and four-person tents which are splendidly furnished with a queen size bed, veranda and other necessities. No more creepy crawlies! You can choose to rough it by cooking your own meal at the communal kitchen and barbecue area or glam it up by simply strolling to the on-site restaurant.
City hopper ride. If time is on your side and wants to explore Brisbane’s inner centre, then jump aboard a CityHopper. A free service ride that uses reconditioned Brisbane City Council ferries and meanders along the river. The ferry stops at North Quay, South Bank 3, Maritime Museum, Thornton Street, Eagle Street Pier, Holman Street, Dockside and Sydney Street terminals. Catch the red-hued CityHoppers between 6 AM and midnight, seven days a week. They run every 30 minutes, so you and your travel buddies have plenty of chance.
Seafood. Craving for seafood? You can buy fresh prawns from the trawler in Cabbage Tree Creek at Shorncliffe. The trawlers can be found mooring along the Sinbad St. stretch of the inlet, playing their ocean-fresh offering on Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings.
Rooftop Cinema. The rooftop bar of Fortitude Valley’ Lime Hotel has the best view in town. They screen classic films as well as recent releases on Thursday nights starting at 7:30 PM while you recline on couches and pillows or you can even set yourself up at bar tables. The bar opens at 5 PM, serving tapas and drinks, and stays open after the movie ends until midnight.
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