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Beaudesert
Beaudesert is a quaint rural town situated in scenic mountain hinterland, less than an hour from Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Often enjoyed as a convenient... read more
Broadbeach
Broadbeach is just south of Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast and offers an inviting beach lifestyle. Broadbeach is somewhat quieter than Surfers Paradise... read more
Burleigh Heads
Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast is world renowned for its spectacular surfing conditions. Burleigh attracts professional surfers from around the world... read more
Coolangatta
Coolangatta is located at the southern end of the Gold Coast on the border between Queensland and New South Wales. Coolangatta shares this ear with its... read more
Currumbin
Currumbin is small coastal town on the southern Gold Coast just south of Surfers Paradise. Currumbin boasts a sheltered swimming and surfing beach where... read more
Labrador
Labrador is located on the northern stretch of the Gold Coast and overlooks the Southport Broadwater. The Broadwater is a haven for boating and watersports... read more
Main Beach
Main Beach is just north of Surfers Paradise and boasts a sophisticated, yet casual, beach lifestyle. Main Beach offers a beachfront park perfect for... read more
Miami
Miami is lovely beach town located south of Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast. Miami has a spectacular stretch of beach perfect for families and children... read more
Mount Tamborine
Located 62 kilometres from Brisbane and sitting on the edge of the escarpment behind the city of the Gold Coast, Tamborine Mountain is both an actual geological... read more
South Stradbroke Island
South Stradbroke Island is a small sand island just off of Southport on the Gold Coast. In fact, South Stradbroke is only 200 metres from the northern... read more
Southport
Southport is just north of Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast and is home to Sea World and the luxurious Palazzo Versace Hotel. Southport overlooks the... read more
Springbrook
Springbrook, dominating the skyline west of Broadbeach, is a wonderful retreat with a choice of excellent dining at small cafes and affordable accommodation... read more
Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise is the jewel of Queensland’s Gold Coast and one of the most popular holiday destinations in Australia. Surfers Paradise is where you’ll... read more
Tweed Heads
Located at the mouth of the Tweed River, the Twin Towns - Tweed Heads (New South Wales) and Coolangatta (Queensland) share a main street that straddles... read more

Gold Coast Information

Mention the Gold Coast region and various images come to mind... stunning beaches, exciting theme parks, sun-kissed locals, sophisticated style, the list goes on. The Gold Coast truly offers something for everyone.

It’s a holiday destination of wonderful contrasts. From the sophistication of Main Beach, the glamour of Surfers Paradise, to the quiet beachside towns and World Heritage listed rainforests of the hinterland…the Gold Coast is teeming with choice. Add this to the non-stop energy of the theme parks and a 70 km coastline with more than 40 patrolled beaches, and you’ve got an idyllic holiday destination.

The beachfront esplanades of Surfers Paradise, Burleigh Heads and Coolangatta invite you to sit back, relax and soak up the holiday atmosphere. While the Gold Coast hinterland, you’ll feel as though you’re miles away from everything. Explore quaint mountain villages and natural escapes in the World Heritage listed Central Eastern Rainforest Reserves.

So come experience the contagious excitement, glorious weather and natural beauty of the Gold Coast. It’s where you’ll want to return over and over again.