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Car Hire in Brisbane
Written by Teresa Burrows   
Thursday, 18 March 2010 07:05
The capital of the Sunshine State - Queensland is Brisbane City. Brisbane offers an array of opportunities for tourists to enjoy, a cosmopolitan, vibrant atmosphere where the weather is 'beautiful one day, perfect the next'. Within the last decade, Brisbane has stamped itself in the tourism industry as a popular destination to experience. With a relaxed lifestyle on offer, Brisbane has contributed to Queensland becoming on of the fastest growing states in Australia. The Brisbane Airport precinct has been transformed into a mini city with a 4.5 star motel along with a tavern, child care centre and shopping complex, where you will find some great bargains. You will discover that Brisbane is the gateway to the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast. You will find that the Brisbane roads are quite easy to navigate, and to enhance your holiday, a hire car will get you where you want to go. Make sure to add a GPS to the booking to allow for easier navigation. Take note that there are a few one way streets in the CBD and your street map or Sat Nav will assist you in finding the best route. Parking is also available throughout the CBD, either through on street parking or in the many car parks.
by TeresaBurrows


The capital of the Sunshine State - Queensland is Brisbane City. Brisbane offers an array of opportunities for tourists to enjoy, a cosmopolitan, vibrant atmosphere where the weather is 'beautiful one day, perfect the next'. Within the last decade, Brisbane has stamped itself in the tourism industry as a popular destination to experience. With a relaxed lifestyle on offer, Brisbane has contributed to Queensland becoming on of the fastest growing states in Australia. The Brisbane Airport precinct has been transformed into a mini city with a 4.5 star motel along with a tavern, child care centre and shopping complex, where you will find some great bargains. You will discover that Brisbane is the gateway to the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast. You will find that the Brisbane roads are quite easy to navigate, and to enhance your holiday, a hire car will get you where you want to go. Make sure to add a GPS to the booking to allow for easier navigation. Take note that there are a few one way streets in the CBD and your street map or Sat Nav will assist you in finding the best route. Parking is also available throughout the CBD, either through on street parking or in the many car parks.

The CBD area of Brisbane is set out really well making it easy for you to find your way. Take note however that within the city roads there are one way streets, which may be confusing. Hiring a GPS system with your hire car will ease any headaches when navigating around. The systems are mostly available with a rental car for a small extra daily amount. You will find that there are many car hire agents within the city as well as the airport. You do not have to stress about parking in Brisbane as there is always many parking stations or on-street parking.

Southbank is just across the river from the CBD and can be accessed by City Cats and ferries, or a walking bridge. It offers visitors many opportunities to experience cultural events and also the laid back atmosphere of a man made beach in the middle. There is also the Queensland Museum and the Queensland Library that are within walking distance. Southbank also offers some fantastic dining options and many grassy areas to just sit down and enjoy the sunshine. With weekend markets to browse you may just find yourself a bargain. Parking your hire car is not a problem at Southbank as the underground car park houses hundreds of vehicles. You can pack a picnic and drive your rental car directly to the popular attraction.

Deception Bay is located approximately 30mins north of Brisbane. The seaside community of Redcliffe offers a seaside retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city. With miles of walking and bike tracks and an array of water sports to choose from, Redcliffe is fast becoming a tourist hot spot. Caboolture is located north-west of Brisbane and in your rental car you can enjoy a country drive. With fresh produce being sold on the side of the road and quaint antique stores, you may just find yourself a hidden treasure. To the East of Brisbane are the Bay side suburbs of Cleveland and Wynnum-Manly. Both suburbs offer access to the little islands just off the coastline which are also popular tourist attractions. You will also find some great eateries and restaurants that will provide you with the best seafood of the day. In the Bay areas you can stroll through the local markets where locals showcase their fresh produce and arts and crafts.

Just 40 minutes by car in any direction will have you experiencing one of the many Brisbane attractions. So be sure that you get the best car hire deal you can as that way you will be on your own timetable and you can stay and enjoy your destination for as long or little as you please. The toll roads in Brisbane do not take cash, so check out the payment options on the e-toll website before you travel .If you are coming from interstate your e-tag will work on the Brisbane toll roads. No matter where you travel in Australia or New Zealand, Webbcarr.com Car Hire will provide you with the best prices, comparing the national companies on the one site. See you somewhere in the great south east!

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