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Secrets of Queensland, Gold Coast
Queensland's Gold Coast is located in the southeast corner of Queensland in an hour's drive from Brisbane. Also known Surfers Paradise and the Gold Coast has become one of the largest cities in the region of Australia and offers something for everyone.
Of course, theme parks still offers a lot of fun for kids and surfing beaches to cater for families. And do not forget Whale Watching!
Gold Coast International Airport has flights to New Zealand and some Asian destinations. The domestic airport flies to major destinations in Australia.
The best beaches of the Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise
Close to everything is the best way to describe Surfers Paradise. Do not worry about the crowds, although it is a 3 km of beach to share! This beach has all the amenities and shops and can hire surfboards and body, or even get a surf lesson.
A word of warning though to avoid Surfers Paradise in December. This is where all school leavers in Queensland and New South Wales visit. Better to wait until they go.
Broadbeach
Kurrawa Beach at Broadbeach is a real family favorite. Get the footy or Frisbee and get all towels for fun. Kurrawa is known to be a little unpredictable in order to verify the Surf Life Savers board when you get there. There are plenty of places with shade and fantastic playground equipment for children. Kurrawa beach walk to shops and Broadbeach accommodation makes an excellent base for exploring the rest of the Coast Golden.
Snapper Rocks
Once known as a major fishing spot Snapper Rocks is now famous for being one of the best beaches Surfing Australia. Snapper Rocks is not patrolled so swimming is not really appropriate. If you love getting in the forum, but Pargo is for you.
Main Beach
Despite its name, Main Beach at the northern end of the Gold Coast is, in fact, one of the quieter beaches. This makes the main beach ideal for families. It does not attract the crowds, like the other beaches, Main Beach has all the amenities, including playground equipment and barbecue. Why not have lunch at the Surf Club in Southport. Given its proximity to all theme parks Main Beach is a perfect place to go to after visiting places like Seaworld, which is nearby.
Rainbow Bay
My favorite! Between Snapper Rocks and Greenmount Hill is the magical Rainbow Bay. This beach really has something for everyone. Popular Surfers are a lot of space for families that extend out as well. Be sure to take the walk from the beach and gazebo Cerro Greemount danger point. There magnificent views of the coast and Surfers Paradise.
Theme Parks
The Gold Coast is home to theme parks best known in Australia. Here's a sample:
Dreamworld
Once a meek and humble theme park for children Dreamworld is now home for adrenaline junkies. Attractions such as The Claw, Tower of Terror and the big drop that Dreamworld a favorite for older children. To Not to be outdone, though there Wiggleworld and Nickelodeon Central children.
SeaWorld
This is my favorite of all the theme parks of Gold Coast. Check out all types of marine life, water sample, 4-d movies and long walks. The main attraction at the moment though, Australia's only polar Bears Liya and Nelson.
Australia Outback Spectacular
The Australia Outback Spectacular has become one of the most popular attractions of the Costa Dorada. This is a great family night out and a chance to learn something about the tradition of our country and culture. There are numerous animals entering the field and show can be very interactive. A three-course meal and a hat with large livestock keeping is more than worth the money.
Other parks
Warner Bros Movieworld
Wet 'n Wild
WhiteWater World
Currumbin Bird Sanctuary
Adrenalin Park
Adventure Parc
Hinterland Gold Coast
Where and what
Just 30 minutes from the bustling coastline is the magnificent Coast Gold interior. Here is a selection of my favorite places:
Canungra township
Springbrook National Park – including the Natural Bridge
Gallery Tamborine Mountain Ride
Tamborine National Park
wineries and track
Lamington National Park, where Binna Burra and O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat.
When
Summer is the time to go with cooler temperatures than the coast.
Hiking
The hanging bridge suspended between trees in the Forest Retreat O'Reilly
The boundary between the track bushwalk Binna Burra and O'Reilly (Experienced walkers only)
Another high-rise emotion Adventure Park Cedar Creek with a series of treetop walks
The row through bush on Mount Tamborine Joalah within walking distance of the tourist shops downtown Gallery Walk.
Hinterland accommodation types
Bed & Breakfast
Mountain Villas
Rainforest Lodges
Camping and Caravan
Autonomous
Resorts
Hotels and motels
Farms
You really need at least 3-4 days to explore the Gold Coast or why not consider some of the more relaxed beaches around Coolangatta in the far south coast and spend a week or more doing very little!
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