Gold Coast, Australia
Queensland's Gold Coast is glamorous and relaxing to some, adventurous and active to others, but no one could contest that its 70 kilometres of beaches are the drawcard!
Dig your toes into fine white sand, ride sparkling waves, relax on the beach or visit an island.
Entertainment for everyone
The Gold Coast has a long held reputation as a top family destination. It is Australia's theme park capital, with 21 themed attractions and heart-thumping rides at four major parks. Its safe, clean beaches are ideal for children, and wildlife sanctuaries offer simple delights for all ages.
The Gold Coast is the premier spot to holiday, with something happening all year-round. Leading events include the Magic Millions horse races and the Indy 300. Major surfing, marathon, iron men and women events draw the crowds to the streets and provide a focal point for fun along the coast.
For a different flavour, the Gold Coast Food and Wine Festival and other gourmet weekends offer vibrant social gatherings while you try out the best of the coast's chefs.
Shopping
The Gold Coast has 3,500 shops, open seven days a week! Beachside retailers and huge shopping centres stock colourful fashions and gifts, and 20 markets flourish on the beachfront and hinterland.
Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise was once just a massive stretch of world-beating surf. Today, the surf is still there but with many additions: high-rise accommodation, giant theme parks, exotic nightlife, countless restaurants and 300 days of sunshine a year. No wonder they call it "the coast with the most".
The sweeping coastline and its stunning array of beaches are a major drawcard. Palm Beach, Rainbow Bay, Mermaid Beach and Surfers Paradise are some of the alluring names given to surfing beaches, all which offer soft golden sand, rolling waves and the opportunity for a perfect suntan.
Myriad activities await visitors, from swimming, sailing and boating to surfboard riding, windsurfing or even beach volleyball. This is the place to soak up the sun, fun and holiday atmosphere of the Gold Coast.
The calm Southport Broadwater, with an extensive inland canal system, provides another ideal setting for water sports with a huge range of exciting pursuits from para-sailing and jet-skiing to toboggan rides and water skiing.
The Broadwater, spreading north to Moreton Bay, is one of Australia's largest protected waterways, with huge sand and mangrove islands that are great for exploring.
Enjoy a day cruise
A classic way to take in the magnificent rivers and canals of the Gold Coast is to climb aboard a sleek cruise vessel. You can cruise the waterways or stop off at a secluded private island for a barbecue, water sports or just to laze in the sun.
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