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Also see: Gold Coast Travel: Taking the
Trip of a Lifetime with Your Significant Other
Australian
Gold Coast offers more than just the Surfers Paradise by Pete
Prinyaroje
There is no puzzle as to why Surfers
Paradise, which is part of the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia is
such a popular holiday destination. After all, it is the entertainment and
glam capital of the island that is ‘Down Under’, and epitomizes
that perfect marriage of city and beach lifestyle.
But it’s
the eclecticism of Surfers (as it is affectionately referred to in
Australian vernacular) that attracts people from all walks of life. There
are activities and events to cater and appease everyone, from families to
backpackers, schoolies (young adults who have just finished high school),
singles, surfers, honeymooners and retirees. It is home to a host of
theme parks and national parks including, Dreamworld, Wet’n’Wild
Water World, Warner Bros Movie World, Adrenalin Park, the Australian
Outback Spectacular and Fleays Wildlife Park. There are about 53
different tours to choose from, ranging from whale watching to scenic
hinterland day tours.
Accommodation
options are plentiful, ranging from youth hostels to 5-star hotels. Since
there’s so much to do within a limited amount of time, choosing the
right location will help. For example, the A1 Crown Towers is located
right in the heart of Surfers Paradise and within walking distance to the
city center and beaches.
Like
most tourist destinations, Surfers Paradise offers a vibrant and varied
nightlife that caters to all crowds. To start, Melba’s Restaurant
and Nightclub is a great place to dine and dance, with a clientele of all
ages. The Rose & Crown, Cocktails & Dreams and The Drink are
recommended places for people who love to dance, and for those who prefer
to lounge out and chit-chat with a cocktail in hand, My Bar is just that
type of place.
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