The charming city of Townsville in Australia offers many leisure opportunities for the visitor. If you are considering Townsville hotels a discerning choice would be the Chifley Plaza Townsville Hotel QLD. This appealing accommodation is reputed for its comfortably appointed rooms and cordial hospitality.
No visit to Townsville would be complete without spending some time at The Strand. The Strand is a beautifully designed beachfront boulevard which has been specially constructed for the enjoyment of locals as well as visitors to the city. This splendid esplanade is lined with palm trees and has been meticulously designed to present an exotic and alluring appearance. Within this attractive boulevard you will find walkway and bicycle paths, beaches that are safe and suitable for swimming, a water park, attractive spots for picnics as well as a host of trendy bars and restaurants.
Visiting and enjoying the attractions of The Strand will always be a captivating experience, as there will be something of interest for all members of the family. Simply relaxing in this magical setting, which has been acclaimed as the most spotless beach in the entirety of Australia, would be delightful enough, but there is much more to be enjoyed at this enthralling locality. Visitors may enjoy the thrills and excitement of the local water park, fish at the pier, engage in various sports and bask in the sensational views of the alluring Magnetic Island. In fact visitors will be able to enjoy panoramic views extending as far as the distant Cape Cleveland. On The Strand you will also find a picturesque jetty, recreational garden and swimming pools.
The Strand extends from Kissing Point in the northern direction to the local harbour. The entire location was refurbished and enhanced in the latter part of the 1990s, a development which created the splendid attraction seen today. A visit to the Strand will undoubtedly draw the interest of all visitors irrespective of age or nationality.
Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe. Google+
