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The Gold Coast is known for its hospitality industry. The tourism in the Gold Coast region of Queensland, Australia has grown at a very fast pace. The economic prosperity of the Gold Coast is too much dependent on the tourism industry. This is the reason of a lot of growth which the region has experienced in general. Like the other famous tourist destinations the Gold Coast has a lot to offer to the tourists. Not only it offers the world’s most popular surfer’s beaches, but also the best dinning places in Australia. The Gold Coast is known for bringing all the delicacies from around the world together. Food that is served in the restaurants and hotels of the Gold Coast comes from a variety of cuisines. Some of the apartments are specialists of local food and serve you the delicacies of the Aussie cuisines. Others specialise in Thai, Chinese, Indian or Japanese cuisines.

There are many restaurants and bars on the Gold Coast. These Dinning places range from roadside diners which are cheap to the world’s most popular multi starred hotels. The food is generally good and every one of these dinning places has few specialties for which people visit them. Enjoy Mediterranean Cuisine at Alto Cucine Bar. This Restaurant and Bar is located in the Broadbeach area and offers you Dinning in Banquet Style. You can enjoy Mediterranean food here. Similarly, you can enjoy alfresco style cuisine served in the modern ways at Bahia Restaurant. There are many other restaurants in the Gold Coast which specialise in one or the other kind of cuisines.

You can enjoy the Thai Garden bar in Beer Thai Garden. This restaurant specializes in Thai food. Some portion of the dinning area is inside, and is decorated with the artifacts from Thai region. The rest of the dinning area is without a roof and thus you practically eat under the stars. The sky here appears to be really beautiful at night. This is especially true about the moonlit nights. Keeping this in view, a lot of tourists prefer this place for dinner. Bistro Blanc is another place suitable for those who are fond of modern Dinning. Most of these restaurants are located in Broadbeach. There are a lot more restaurants on the Gold Coast. Some of these restaurants are located meters from the beach.  You thus get a chance of enjoying a swim or some surfing after taking a delicious meal.

There are many Italian restaurants on the Gold Coast. Some of the restaurants serve food from the Japanese cuisine. The list of the famous restaurants at the Gold Coast is a long one. Few of the popular names are Pink Poodle Bar and Restaurant, Pancakes in Paradise, Room81-Sofitel Gold Coast, Saks Italian Restaurant and Bar, YellowFin Seafood Restaurant, Raaj Palace Indian Restaurant and Mario’s Italian Restaurant and pizzeria. All of these are known for the good quality food they serve. The prices range from few cheap roadside eateries to the luxurious multi starrer, expansive Dinning places. These Dinning places also differ widely form each other in the culture they profess. Some of these are family restaurants while others like Dracula’s are cabaret restaurants

The Gold Coast is one of the most beautiful and popular holiday destinations in Australia. Every year, it receives thousands of tourists from all over the world and even from other regions of Australia. Every tourist visiting the Gold Coast has three objectives – find the perfect Gold Coast accommodation, enjoy their share of the sun and sand, and have a fun-filled and adventurous holiday.

From the mountains, waterfalls, and natural rock formations of the Hinterland to the swimming lagoon at the Tallebudgeera Creek; from lagoon-cross-beach of Currumbin to the famous surfing spot of Kirra – the Gold Coast has plenty of attractions and adventure on offer. At the centre of all attractions lies the famed theme parks – there is not one but quite a few and each one is unique in its own way.

If you are planning a holiday with your family or children then your children are definitely going to have a great time at the Gold Coast theme parks. The best way to go around is by purchasing a Gold Coast theme park central pass so that you don’t have to purchase entry tickets at each of the parks. You can alternatively also pick up multi-park passes, which are normally available at a discounted price. For example: if you are planning to visit Wet’n'Wild, Movie World, and Sea World then you can pick up a combo-ticket as all the three parks are owned by the same company and you will be charged a discounted rate.

One of the popular Gold Coast theme park central pass is the Escape pass, which will allow you to visit 2 theme parks over three days. There is a super pass, which will allow you to enter any theme park in the Gold Coast on any day within a 14-day period. There are several seasonal passes also available but that information will only be available with the tour desk of your hotel during your stay.

Dreamworld: Known as Australia’s favourite theme park, Dreamworld is a fun and adventure world spread over 30 hectares. At the centre of the theme park is the Tiger Island where tigers interact with their handlers to put up quite a show. Some of the other attractions include a riverboat cruise, waterslides, Kangaroo and Koala sanctuary, Tower of Terror – the world’s tallest and fastest ride, the giant drop with a free fall from 38 storeys up, Gold rush country, and Flowrider – a mix of surfing, skateboarding, and body boarding.

If you are a surfer, you’ve definitely heard of Surfers Paradise in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia! The main attraction in Queensland, Surfers Paradise is one of the top holiday and surfing destinations around the world. Renowned for its perfect beach lifestyle, Surfers Paradise beach is truly a paradise. Your stay at Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast will be full of spectacular beauty, vibrant colours and moods, and miles of clean white sand!

Providing 24×7 actions, Surfers Paradise has plenty of entertainment and activity choices from theme parks to water sports to electric nightlife. When in Surfers Paradise, you’ll never be bored or worried about what to do next, albeit you may be troubled about trying to squeeze in everything within the few days you spend there!
It has to be said that Surfers Paradise is as exciting during the daytime as it is during night time. Imploring you to explore your limits and its boundaries, Surfers Paradise is a treasure trove of small and delightful pleasures like local art and handicraft works, bargain shopping outlets, designer boutiques, casual beachfront tapas and fine dining restaurants. Night-time beachfront markets are also a huge hit with tourists.

Surfers Paradise dons a whole new look come nightfall. There is perceptible excitement and energy in the cool Surfers breeze. There is live music, pulsating dance beats, groovy hip-hop tunes lilting through the skies and there is a wide variety of entertainment events to keep you awake well in to the wee hours of next morning.

Of course after such a busy and tired night of action, a quiet and lazy day at the beach is just what the doctor would have prescribed. If you aren’t a water baby, you can always learn to surf from the pros. Come March and you can enjoy live thrilling surfing competitions that make the ocean a battle zone of talent and daredevilry.
Truly Surfers Paradise is a hard day’s work and one of the best experiences of the Gold Coast.

Have you ever wondered why tourists flock to Australia, and especially the Gold Coast? The answer is really simple. While the continent has some of the most spectacular and clean beaches in the world, the Gold Coast has the largest number of beaches along its 70km long shoreline! There are four major spots along this long and winding seashore and they are The Spit, Main Beach, Narrowneck, and Palm Beach.

Palm Beach is centrally located and within quick driving distances from most of Gold Coast’s major entertainment venues like Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Jupiter Casino and the theme parks trail. Most of the time Palm Beach is flush with transitory fishing and surfing population as it offers them plenty of off-shore reefs, estuary systems, and the two rivers – Tweed and Nerang.

Palm Beach, Gold Coast is a beautiful and less commercial spots on the Gold Coast. Located to Currumbin Creek’s north, this beach is excellent for surfing because of its consistent waves and for fishing because of its healthy fish population especially during winter.

For those of you who prefer a relaxing and quiet holiday destination, Palm Beach is the best one. Easy on the eyes and the pocket, Palm beach has Andy Frizzell Park for picnic lunches and barbeques, scenic walking track to Burleigh Head National Park, empty banks for surfers, broad walk cafes with tables overlooking panoramic views of a beautiful beach and plenty of walking trails along the north and south side of the beach for those who prefer quite seclusion. Moreover, it is one of the best dive sites in the world. With the reef just 5mts below the water surface, avid scuba divers have an excellent opportunity to experience some of the most spectacular marine life including corals, sponges, hammerheads, Wobbegongs and leopard sharks.

It’s doubtful you’ll miss the buzz of electronic music or bright lights of the shops, when you have such wonderful options to spend time on at Palm Beach, Gold Coast!

Broadbeach in Queensland’s Gold Coast is extremely popular with both the locals and the tourists. So why is Broadbeach so popular? There are many reasons for this. But the main reasons are fantastic temperature year round, warm sunshine, glittering gold beaches, wonderful dining and shopping options and comfortable and varied accommodation choices. Moreover, Broadbeach is a hit with surfers too because of its waves and the presence of two Surf Life Saving Clubs that make the whole surfing experience thrilling yet safe. Also, the Kurrawa Surf Club with its own Bistro is a popular stop for the locals and holidaymakers.

Broadbeach Dining
Whether you enjoy a leisurely beach facing breakfast table, a long, lingering lunch, or exciting nightlife, Broadbeach is where you need to head to. 100 quality restaurants and beach cafes are more than a gourmet’s delight and then there is the choice of cuisines from Japanese to Chinese, Thai, Italian, Australian, and Indian. If you prefer affordable food and casual ambience, head to Broadbeach Mall or Pacific Fair for their beachfront locations and economically priced bistros.

Broadbeach Shopping
The shopping paradise on the Gold Coast, Broadbeach is brimming with departmental stores, fashion boutiques, branded outlets, chain stores, and bargain shops. Most of the speciality stores are located at the Oasis and Pacific Fair. The Phoenician and the newly constructed Aria Building are homes to branded boutiques.

Broadbeach Golden Beaches
One of the major attractions for those visiting Broadbeach, Gold Coast is the incredibly gorgeous sun-kissed golden beaches. With more than 50 kms of bejewelled ocean waters and tempting ocean swells, beach bums and surfers love this place equally. Most beaches are patrolled and the Kurrawa beach is one of the most crowded and popular ones.
While at Broadbeach don’t forget to wake up early and breathe in the fresh air as you welcome a brand new day in this beach haven.

If your looking to stay in Broadbeach on your next Gold Coast Holiday, view our Gold Coast Holiday Homes and secure your accommodation today.

Some holidaymakers love the din of a crowded beach while some others prefer the tranquillity and romance of a secluded one. Miami, Gold Coast is one of the latter. A lovely, small town located towards the south of the immensely popular Surfers Paradise, Miami in Australia is as gorgeous and vibrant as the Miami in Florida, US.
A perfect beach getaway for families and kids, the Miami shoreline is spectacular and welcoming. Considered to be an almost perfect family beach holiday destination, Miami is truly a beach bum’s dream location complete with warm, inviting, glorious sun, baked, clean sands, and barbeques to celebrate life!

Offering a laidback, beach lifestyle, the Miami Beach suburb of Gold Coast is well serviced with plenty of accommodation choices like motels, hotels, and holiday apartments for every type of visitor and every type of budget. Most homes are built on the beach front offering uninterrupted views of the waters and the surroundings. Even the inland homes aren’t too far away from the water allowing for quick and easy beach access.

As the Gold Coast highway cuts midway through Miami, shopping choices are never too far. The largest shopping centre in all of Gold Coast, the Pacific Fair is just a short 10 minutes drive from Miami. Other popular department chains like Myer, K-Mart and Target also have stores in this town.

After shopping and eating, it’s back to the beach for all beach bums. Surfers, swimmers, and everyone else who enjoys the beach are likely to fall in love with Miami and its wonderful beach. You can cool off in the waters after a suntan session or you can explore the colourful and abundant marine life and discover the beautiful treasures hidden in the deep depths of the ocean scuba diving.

Truly whatever you expect from a beach holiday, Miami offers you all that and something more special. So come find out!

Broadbeach is another interesting holiday destination in Australia and is situated south of the famous Surfers Paradise beach in Queensland. Broadbeach offers an interesting and adventurous beach lifestyle although it is much quieter than its neighbour – Surfers Paradise beach. There are plenty of things to do in Broadbeach apart from enjoying a relaxing and peaceful holiday. Here’s a small list of things to do in Broadbeach:

Motorcycle and Trike Tours: If you are attracted to adventure then try out the motorcycle and trike tours on Harley Davidson bikes. You will have your personal chauffer who will drive you from the Gold Coast all the way to Brisbane and back. The most popular tours are the Broadwater and Surfers Paradise tours with one lap at the Indy track. You can also create your own bike tour.

Charter Cruises: You can book tickets in charter cruises that are available with accommodation as well. The charter cruises will take you as close as possible to some of the finest aquatic animals including whales and dolphins. You can enjoy deep sea fishing as well as river/canal cruising.

Kurrawa Beach: The Kurrawa Beach is one of the safest beaches / bathing / swimming locations in Australia. Some of the major surfing competitions in Australia are held at the Kurrawa Beach. The beach has a pedestrian way, shopping centre, cafe, restaurant, children’s playground and a fairground.

Dracula’s Cabaret Restaurant: This is a restaurant with a difference! Some of the major attractions include ride on Dracula’s ghost train, ride into the theatre of vampire, horror FX, puppetry, comedy, rock shows, 3-course dinner, and other horror displays.

Broadbeach Art and Craft Markets: This market is open only on the first and third Sundays every month. A major picnic spot, the market houses in excess of 150 stalls selling everything from fresh produce to hot cakes, different types of traditional Australian gourmet, clothes, artefacts, etc.

Burleigh Heads is one of the suburbs of the Gold Coast and is famous the world over for the surf breaks. This is a hotspot for surfers although it is also considered as a great destination for family holidaymakers. Burleigh Heads has several other attractions apart from the beach and this makes it a highly recommended destination for a family holiday.

At the centre of Burleigh Heads is the most famous James Street, which is a small city in itself and this where you will find most hotels, restaurants, and cafes. James Street is also the shopping district. But of course, you have not flown across half the world to simply amble on James Street; so what else does Burleigh Heads has to offer?

Burleigh Heads has the Miami Beach in the north and the Tallebudgera Creek and Palm Beach in the south. For Australians, this is the place for weekend barbeques, lots of surfing, and cricket on the beach. You can visit the beaches in Burleigh Heads to soak in the sun, lay there lazily while watching a beach cricket session in progress or just venture out for a thrilling session of body boarding and surfing. The beaches here are quite safe for swimming as well.

The hottest attraction for families is the Burleigh Head National Park, which offers great views of the Burleigh Head coast and the forest area. It is a great place for hiking, walking or jogging. If you are looking for something different then head straight for the Tweed Vocano, which has not been active in almost 3 million years but has led to the formation of Burleigh headland.

Burleigh Heads also offers several types of accommodation for families like self-service apartments, sea facing resorts, and hotels. Once you are in Burleigh Heads, you would only wish that your holiday lasts forever!

A ride with dolphins, special meals, massage and beauty salon, extreme water sports, and much more under one roof – yes! If you are looking for perfect indulgence then book your Gold Coast accommodation at Sea World Resort and water park.

The Gold Coast is one of the most popular beach resorts in the world and is a perfect destination for adventure seekers, families, and those who want to enjoy a tranquil holiday by the sea. If you are planning a family holiday to this much famed destination, make sure you book your Gold Coast theme park accommodation well in advance.

One of the most popular Gold Coast theme parks is the Sea World Resort and Water Park. Situated 3km north of Paradise beach, the Sea World is home to playful dolphins, smart seals, cute polar bears, and of course there is the amazing Shark bay. It is open from 10am to 5pm every day except on the eve of Christmas and Australia’s National Day of Remembrance. If you are really looking forward to spending quality time with your family then accommodation at the Sea World would be a perfect option.

There are different accommodation packages available like the VIP theme park package. As a part of the package, you will be able to stay at the Sea World resort for 3 nights and also get free entry coupon for 2 people to Sea World, Warner Bros. Movie World, and Wet’n’Wild Water World during your stay.

Accommodation at the Sea World theme park offers Broadwater view and there are different types of rooms to choose from including superior room, studio room, international room, family room, king view room, spa suite, Broadwater suite, and royal suite. All rooms have basic facilities like bath with shower, telephone, in-room safe, television, tea/coffee maker and more. The tariff will vary from AUD250 to AUD510 depending on the type of room you choose.

Make the most of your family holiday by checking into Gold Coast theme park accommodation!

Many tourists have described Surfers Paradise, QLD, as Hawaii in the US. The differences that make them unique are the wider and brighter beaches and economically priced accommodation and eating options. Of course, if you love beer then Surfers Paradise is the place for you to enjoy Australian beer!

Warm sunny days spent soaking up the sun, swimming or diving and nights spent drinking, dancing, and relaxing. That’s the kind of holiday you can expect when you visit Surfers Paradise. Intersperse your daytime water activities with some shopping, eating, and sleeping and you’ll quickly feel what heaven is like. Surfers Paradise is the most famous and popular beach town on the Gold Coast and boasts of 70 long km of perfectly gorgeous and lusciously brown beaches. But wait, that’s not all. It also has unmeasurable length of meandering rivers, basins, and a wide-eyed range of water sports!

Much like Ibiza, the night life at Surfers Paradise is high voltage, high volume and completely fantastic for party goers who are surfers during the day. So where do you go for cooling off after all the surfing? The best place is Orchid Avenue. This is located just off Cavill Avenue and has some of the best night clubs.

Some of the most popular nightclubs on Orchid Ave are:

• Cocktails & Dreams (A Multi-level Club)
• Elsewhere
• Melbas
• Ruby Tramp
• Shooters
• The Drink

If you are looking for adult entertainment, you can find it on Orchid Ave easy. You can also head to Cavill Avenue which is just a stone throw away. Nightclubs on Cavills are:

• The Bavarian Haus
• Fiddlers Green Irish Bar
• O’Malleys Irish Pub
• Ktty o’Shea’s

Circle on Cavill and Chevron Renaissance are two restaurants that offer a relaxing and soothing experience. Circle on Cavill has a sexy and chic cocktail bar called Foxy Brown that serves vodka from glasses made of ice!