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How to use the site

When you look at our homepage, you'll find there are many ways of browsing and accessing travel information. We also have several tools and additional features to make your search a lot easier.

Essentially, the navigation structure of the site allows you to browse for locations and travel options, and then helps tailor what you're looking for. Ultimately you'll click through to a page with detailed content about a destination, event or activity. This is where the really useful information is - whether it's hotel details and prices, family activities or fun festivals.

All the content on the site is linked in such a way that when you've found a destination or region, you'll also find accommodation details, or things to see and do. Alternatively, if you begin by browsing for hotels, the site can show you all the sights and sounds in the local area.

If you don't like using the menus, or want to access specific information quickly, you can of course type a query into the search box, which is located near the top of the page, under the menu. Entering a search term or search phrase in the search box will return a list of relevant web pages available on the Queensland Holidays site.

All these options are designed to help you connect with relevant information quickly, and also give you a clear and fun way to browse through the range of travel options in Queensland.

How to use the tools

• Brochures
  You can view or download our information brochures directly in your browser. The e-Brochures can also be emailed, downloaded as PDFs and printed. Otherwise, if you live in Australia we can post them to you.
  Requires Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Acrobat.
• e-Newsletters
  Stay informed about special holiday deals, competitions and offers. Fill in the form, select your travel preferences and hit Subscribe! We'll regularly send you an email with all the latest magical destinations.
• Podcasts
  If you'd rather listen to an audio file on your iPod or computer, you can download or stream our informative MP3s. With our expert guides, you'll discover great tips on where to eat, drink, play and stay in Queensland.
  Requires a media player.
• Photos and Videos
  Browse through stunning photos of our beaches, rainforests, reef and the outback. Or, take a quick trip around Queensland with some of our videos! Warning: what you'll see may be irresistible.
  Videos open in your browser.
• Interact with QLD
  What sort of experience are you looking for in Queensland? There's so much on offer, this colourful and interactive brochure will help you decide.
  Requires Adobe Flash Player.
• Search Tools
  Search for Accommodation, Things to See & Do or Events using our handy and specialised Search Tools. You'll be sure to find exactly what you're looking for.
• Auctions
  Use our Auction tool to bid on great holiday offers! Our Auctions run throughout the year so get in quick before they close. Registration is easy, bidding is fun and maybe you'll snap up a bargain!

Additional features

• Star Ratings for Accommodation
  Queensland Holidays has adopted the Star Rating Scheme of AAATourism. These are nationally consistent ratings based on over 500 criteria to assess a property and determine its rating between one and five stars. One star represents basic accommodation through to five stars which represent the highest quality accommodation. This way you're always assured that our product listings are accurate and meet your expectations.
• Eco Certification Program
  Queensland Holidays is proud to offer accommodation, tours and attractions that carry the 'eco-tick' assurance of ECO Tourism Australia. Choosing a product that displays one of these symbols means you'll enjoy a quality holiday experience whilst providing you with peace of mind that you're doing your bit to preserve the environment. When you book your holiday, look for the ECO Certified tick logo.
  
• Accessible products
  For access information on accommodation, attractions, tours and other visitor experiences, look out for the specific details under the Other tab of each individual listing.
  This is also indicated with the logo.
• How can I be updated when new holidays deals become available?
  There are two ways of staying up to date: you can subscribe to our e-Newsletter, which sends a regular email packed with ideas and offers to your inbox. Or, if you prefer instant notification, you can hook up to our RSS feed and get all the latest updates as soon as they appear on the site. It's automatic and really easy to use.
• How do I make a booking?
  If you would like to make a booking, please use the Book Online button (right) on the product information page. This takes you direct to our Holiday Expert centre, where your booking will be arranged and quickly confirmed. If you want to obtain a quote for your holiday follow the Make an enquiry link, which takes you to our contact form. This will send an email directly to the accommodation, tour, attraction or event organiser you've selected. Alternatively, contact your nearest Queensland Holiday Expert or by calling 13 88 33 (in Australia).
• How do I print pages?
  When you've reached a detailed product page, all you have to do to print is click on the Print version link in the Would you like to box. This will open a new window with the content and will automatically prompt your computer to print the page. All the important information about the destination, accommodation or event is included on this page.