Why holiday on the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast has everything you need for a holiday no matter what your interests are.
It’s not only the theme park capital and home to the best beaches in Australia, but it also boasts enchanting rainforests and waterfalls in the hinterland and a thriving dining and events scene all throughout the year.
If you’re seeking the thrills of a theme park, you can take your pick from several amusement parks on the Gold Coast depending on what excites you the most.
Adventure
Dreamworld is an all-rounder with an abundance of rides, while Wet ‘n’ Wild and White Water World are the two to consider on a hot day for slides and water-related adventure, Warner Bros Movie World has a mix of rides and entertainment for the whole family, and Sea World is perfect for the little ones and to see marine wildlife up close.
If you love wildlife, you could also pay a visit to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary or David Fleay’s Wildlife Park to see Australia’s native wildlife in their natural habitats including koalas, wallabies, emus and more.
There are plenty of parks and tours to buy tickets to when holidaying on the coast, but you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy your trip – with so many natural wonders on show for free.
Take a 4wd drive out to the hinterland and explore the Currumbin Valley, Springbrook National Park or Lamington National Park for picturesque walks through rainforests and find stunning waterfalls along the way.
Amazing Beaches
Or if you’re after a tropical escape, head to any one of the Gold Coast’s amazing beaches from Snapper Rocks in the south to The Spit in the north – for perfect water temperatures, pristine water and white sandy beaches.
All of this adventure and discovery is hungry work, so once you’ve worked up an appetite, dine in at any one of the trendy new restaurants or old favourite beachfront restaurants and cafes for delicious food and great service.
Time your stay with one of the many calendar events throughout the year such as Cooly Rocks On, Broadbeach Blues Festival or Viva Surfers Paradise for free live entertainment.
When planning your holiday, don’t forget to hire an affordable rental car so you can travel at your own pace and best enjoy all the Gold Coast has to offer.
