Tropical North Queensland Tourism Hero online course is designed with tourism and hospitality businesses in mind. The bite-sized video courses help staff who want to enhance their Tropical North Queensland (TNQ) regional knowledge to improve the customer experience.
This course was created by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council and was proudly funded and supported by the Queensland Government through its Tourism Training Skills Support Strategy.
Watch the video below to start your course.
The 15-minute course will help staff learn:
The 8-minute course will help staff learn:
Congratulations! You have completed the Tropical North Queensland Tourism Hero online courses.
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Barefoot bliss on Green Island. 🌴👣. This gorgeous #coralcay on the #GreatBarrierReef isn`t just for day-trippers, it’s also home to @greenislandgbr, a luxury eco-resort where you can wake up to the sound of the ocean and explore the reef straight from your doorstep. 🏝️💙 📸 @_letsescapetogether_
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ID A woman in a bikini and sun hat walks along the pristine shoreline of Green Island, leaving footprints in the soft golden sand. The turquoise water gently laps at the shore, while lush green foliage lines the beach under a clear blue sky.
Forget roses and chocolates 💘 Nothing says romance like a Victoria’s Riflebird pulling out all the moves. ✨ This dazzling display is the ultimate Valentine’s flex, as he fans out his glossy wings and shimmies his way into her heart. Who else is bringing this energy 😉 to their Valentine’s plans? 📍 Lake Eacham @athertontablelands
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ID A male Victoria’s Riflebird performs an elaborate courtship display on a tree stump in the rainforest. He fans out his glossy black wings, revealing iridescent blue and purple hues, and moves rhythmically in a dance-like motion.
Looking for the perfect match? 💘 Swipe left on @tropicalnorthqueensland Whether you are into heart-racing adventures or rainforest retreats, #exploreTNQ is ready to sweep you off your feet. Which one are you saying YES to? Drop your match below! 👇
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ID A collection of Tropical North Queensland experiences, from heart-pounding adventures like white-water rafting, bungee jumping and jet boating to quieter moments including rainforest escapes, romantic sunset cruises and beachfront dining.
🍦 ‘Eat more ice cream’ - well, if you insist! 🤤 Come grab your happiness in a cone at @numi.icecreamery. Which flavour are you scooping up today?
📸 @food_vixen
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ID This image features a scoop of ice cream with vanilla on top and a berry mix on the bottom, served in a classic cone. The backdrop highlights a neon sign that reads “EAT MORE ICE CREAM” in pink.
✨🌅🧡 Dreaming of a unique Valentine’s getaway? Why settle for ordinary when you can experience extraordinary? From treetop houses to reef sleepovers, Tropical North Queensland offers some of the quirkiest accommodations that promise an unforgettable retreat. Perfect for adventure-loving couples or those seeking a one-of-a-kind escape. 🔗 in bio 👆
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ID This photo carousel features a compilation of photos of unique accommodation in Tropical North Queensland, from treehouse stays perched among the rainforest to luxurious outback glamping spots, each offering a distinct and immersive experience in the natural beauty of the region.
*Some accommodations may be seasonally closed.
Have you even visited #Port Douglas if you don’t have this view in your camera roll of #FourMileBeach?
📸 @allaussiefolettas
ID This image showcases the view from the top of Flagstaff Hill, overlooking a long stretch of beach. The foreground features tropical foliage, framing the expansive seascape below.
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree
Not all diggers love the dirt. 🐜 In @tropicalnorthqueensland, our echidnas prefer cosying up in tree hollows instead of digging burrows, making the most of the rainforest’s complex root structures. 🥹
📸 @wolfekind
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @athertontablelands @portdouglasdaintree @cassowarycoastaustralia
ID This image captures a close-up of an echidna in its natural habitat within the dense rainforests of Tropical North Queensland. The echidna is nestled among leaf litter and forest debris, showcasing its distinctive spiky coat as it navigates through the complex root structures typical of this lush ecosystem.
#CapeTribulation steals the show again. Ready to tick this view off your bucket list? Who’s coming? #DaintreeRainforest 💚 🤍
🎥 @mpezardsnell
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia @queensland @australia @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @destinationdaintree
ID A series of drone shots that sweep across the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Beach.
Your table awaits at @daintreeecolodge 🌿🍽️ ...so, which meal would you choose - breakfast or dinner? Tell us in the comments 👇
📷 @dazandcecil
#exploreTNQ #explorecairnsGBR #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia@queensland @australia @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree
ID: This series of images show a couple enjoying a meal at a secluded outdoor dining area surrounded by rainforest. The woman, smiling, is seated across from a man in a relaxed, natural setting. Their table is well-appointed with a variety of breakfast items including juices, fruits and pastries. The photos also show a dining experience with a tropical cocktail.
POV: You found a quiet place in a loud world… 🌿 @rosegumswildernessretreat offers eco-friendly treehouses nestled within the southern @athertontablelands, where wildlife and ancient rainforest meet.
📸 @rosegumswildernessretreat
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ID: This video presents a glimpse into a quiet stay at Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat. It starts with a breakfast spread on a balcony overlooking dense rainforest, moves to a cosy dining area framed by green views, and finishes with a cassowary casually strolling by.