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For further infomation on Gold Coast accommodation and Gold Coast activities please browse through the information below.

What to Do on a Gold Coast Holiday

When you head to the gold coast Australia, there is so much to see and do.  In fact, it is enough to keep you busy for months, so choose wisely.  You can take a tour of the river and canals in an aqua-bus, head straight for the amazing beaches, or enjoy a day at the gold coast theme parks.  Dreamworld, Sea World, Movie World, and Wet-N-Wild are the popular ones, but you can also enjoy local native animals at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.  From crocodiles to kangaroos, you can feed, pet, or just experience the natural habitats they live in.  

Don't forget about the beauty of Gold Coast Australia.  You can go bushwalking in The Gold Coast Hinterland through the lush green mountains which still has remnants of ancient volcanoes.  There are hundreds of kilometres of rainforests and bushland that you can explore from Mount Tamborine on.  The only thing you are limited to is time.  

After your bushwalk, head to the local golf courses.  With more courses per head of population, you will certainly find a course to meet your needs.  The list of things to do on a gold coast holiday could go on forever.  Boat cruises, scenic drives, scuba diving, snorkelling, and surfing abound here, so take your time and enjoy all that you can.
 
Gold Coast Australia Events

Many people head to gold coast Australia for one of the many popular events during the year.  One of the greatest events that stretches from the Snapper Rocks to Kirra Point brings in people from all over the world.  The Qucksilver and Roxy Pros is one of the best surfing battles you'll ever see as the sport's top men and women compete for the perfect wave.  If you can take a gold coast holiday in the beginning of June you are just in time for Wintersun which is Australia's leading Retro Nostalgia Festival featuring music, classic cars, movies and competitions.  

Another annual event, the Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions Carnival is a mix of horse racing action, social events, and yearling sales.  It quickly turned into an International event that lures in people from all over the globe.  If you can make it for the Lexmark Indy 300 Gold Coast carnival you are certainly lucky.  With non-stop race car action you are sure to have a great time.  Lastly, make your way out to gold coast Australia for the annual Gold Coast Airport Marathon that includes events for all ages and fitness levels.  

Gold Coast Accommodations

There is a wide variety of accommodations available when taking gold coast holidays.  From motels to luxury self contained apartments and resorts, there are gold coast accommodations to suit all budgets and needs.  The only decisions you need to make is whether you want to stay on surfer's beach, the main beach or somewhere in between.  As one of the world's favourite leisure destinations there are literally thousands of places to stay, it is just a matter of finding what suits you bets.  You can live in luxury in a penthouse at the world's only Versace Hotel, or stay among nature in the many eco-tourism cabins.  The possibilities are endless.  

Places To Eat on your Gold Coast Holiday

As with any tourist destination, there are hundreds of restaurants in gold coast Australia. Modern Australian cuisine is hot right night, as is cuisine with Japanese and Korean influences because of the large Japanese population.  In Surfers Paradise you can find many sushi places with excellent quality food, or if you are in Main Beach, you can head to Tedder Avenue where there are over 30 top restaurants and bars.    The surf clubs can be found by the ocean will allow for almost any kind of traditional foods such as fish and chips, or spaghetti.  There are even corner shops for those just wanting to grab a burger before heading for the surf.  From the luxurious 5-star restaurants to the ocean eateries the options for restaurants are fantastic.  

Entertainment

Even if gold coast Australia isn't the biggest place in the world, it sure doesn't skimp on entertainment.  With a local music scene that boasts incredible talent you can head to The Chophouse, Shark Bar, and Soundlounge to hear some of the best live music.  If you are looking for some of the best nightclubs around there are three or four large quality nightclubs which host DJ's, and then there are a dozen or so more boutique clubs that offer a variety of music styles.  Then there is Melbas which is a perfect Surfers Paradise bar that just allows you to drink and talk with some of the locals.  Don't forget about the over 100 pubs and bars located up and down gold coast Australia as well ready to serve you some of the best local beers.