Ahoneymoon road trip ? Genius . Swapping stuffy schedules , endless airport hours and long flights for fun , freewheeling adventures is a refreshing way to enjoy your first holiday as newlyweds .
And you ’ ve hit gold if you ’ re looking to mix a little indulgence with the raw beauty of the open road in Queensland . The state ’ s sun-soaked coastline is dotted with luxurious beachfront resort towns , idyllic islands and hidden hinterland havens , with an astonishing array of World Heritage wonders at your fingertips .
To steer you in the right direction , we ’ ve cherry-picked some of our favourite locales to create a two-week itinerary that ’ s perfect for two . To be fair , we ’ ve packed a heap of highlights into a relatively short time . But that ’ s only because Queensland is brimming with holiday goodness ! A road trip is all about choose-your-own adventures , so whether you pick and mix or fall hard for one incredible destination , we hope these ideas inspire your own great escape .
Days 1-3 Tweed Valley
If you ’ re starting your engine in Brisbane , it ’ s just under two hours to the lush subtropical rainforests , ancient volcanic mountains and charming townships of the Tweed Valley . Edging just over the border into New South Wales , the Tweed is pure enchantment . Drink in the pristine air and evergreen vistas , meander around historic shops and farm-fresh markets , and basically chill and centre yourselves before the glorious just-married miles ahead .
PHOTOS : TOURISM AND EVENTS QUEENSLAND / DESTINATION NSW
DRIVING TIME : From Brisbane Airport , you can travel to the Tweed Valley area in around two hours . PHOTO OP : Art-lovers take note : The Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre is well worth a stop , even just to take in the excellent views that stretch to the peak of Wollumbin ( Mount Warning ) from their cafe . STAY : Luxe mountain-view lodges , cosy creekside cabins , and in-room massages await at the couples-only Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat . ccrr . com . au holidaysforcouples . travel 43