When you look at an aerial view of Caloundra on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, the first thing you will notice is the beaches. While the whole of the Sunshine Coast is lined with beaches, Caloundra has more than its fair share. In fact, a rundown of all Caloundra beaches forces you to categorise them. In Caloundra, [...]

When you visit Surfers Paradise, it’s hard to imagine that just 100 years ago, there was virtually nothing there. In 1917, an attempt was made to subdivide the land into a "Surfers’ Paradise Estate", but nobody bought because getting there was too difficult. The name, stuck, though and after James Cavill opened the Surfers Paradise [...]

Yorkeys Knob is a popular beach resort in Cairns, the capital of the Australian state of Far North Queensland. Located just 13 km from Cairns, it forms part of a trio of popular beach suburbs. The other two are Holloways Beach and Machans Beach. At Yorkeys, swimming conditions are best at the northern section of [...]

South Mission Beach, Wongaling Beach, Mission Beach and Bingil Bay are the small villages that collectively make up Mission Beach along the shores of the Coral Sea in Queensland. Its white sandy beaches offer the closest mainland access to the Great Barrier Reef in all of Australia. The agricultural industry thrives here with the cultivation [...]

The Atherton Tablelands region is a fertile plateau that makes up part of the Great Dividing Range in northern Queensland, Australia. This rich volcanic land is considered to be among the richest agricultural plains on the entire continent. The surroundings are unique with mountains, rainforests and lakes coming together for a stunning landscape. The mild [...]

A luxurious Australian vacation must include the detestation of Palm Cove. Located on the coast of North Queensland, this area is known for it’s picturesque beach front, tropical palm trees and warm sultry waters. Only 20 minutes from the city of Cairns, visitors will reach their paradise location in the blink of an eye. There [...]

If you are going on holidays and you are looking for something different to do, then scuba diving the S. S. Yongala ship wreck may be a really memorable experience. In 1911 off the coast of Queensland the S. S. Yongala sank during a cyclone and came to rest in a central part of the [...]

This vibrant suburb is located in Queensland on Australia’s Gold Coast. It has a relatively small population of less than 4,000. The area is characterized by its numerous canal walkways. There’s no shortage of options when it comes to Broadbeach apartments gold coast. Here you will find one of Queensland’s biggest shopping centres, the Pacific [...]

Airlie Beach is a vibrant little town which is situated in the Whitsunday region of Queensland, Australia. A census conducted in 2006 established a population of 2,751. The town provides easy access to the Great Barrier Reef. You can get there in less than 3 hours by boat. Airlie Beach enjoys a tropical climate. The [...]

Mooloolaba is a popular beach side vacations spot on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. It is located just one hour’s drive north of Brisbane or you can get to it from the Sunshine Coast Airport, which has connections from all capital cities and many Australian regional centres. You can find many different styles of Mooloolaba apartments in [...]

Coolangatta is situated right above the border between Queensland and New South Wales. Visitors can go and take photos at the state’s border between Coolangatta and Tweed Heads (NSW). Warning: time differences will change if you decide to stay at a Tweed Heads restaurant/motel for a while in between your visit to the Gold Coast [...]

Mermaid Beach is a quieter alternative to Surfers Paradise of even Broadbeach (though technically ‘next door’). There are some developments in the area, however, and the buzz is that it is soon to see a boom in high-rises. The reputable Pacific Fair Shopping Centre is right on Hooker Boulevard in the neighbouring Broadbeach area. Here [...]

Burleigh Heads is home to the Billabong surf company, and though company tours are not available, there is a nearby factory outlet with plenty of bargains. The beach itself in the Burleigh area is host to some of Australia’s most exciting surfing competitions such as the Quicksilver Surf Pro Tournament. Waves are high and winds [...]

Main Beach is located north of Surfers Paradise and many attractions may be easily reached via bus or car. Home to Gold Coast’s Palazzo Versace, as well as Sea World Nara Resort, Sheraton hotel, Marina Mirage, Australia Fair Shopping Centre and many more attractions, here’s a list of the top 5 things you must do [...]

The Sunshine Coast is situated 100 kilometres north of Brisbane city in Queensland. It has a populous of almost 3 million locals and 50,000 visitors each year. It is made up of three major areas, Noosa, Maroochy and Caloundra. The most famous of the Sunshine Coast’s natural wonders is the Glass House Mountains, first sighted [...]

Gold Coast is the second most populous city in Queensland, and is one of the major tourist destinations in Australia (both locally and internationally). Home to Warner Brothers’ Movie World and movie studios, Wet ‘n’ Wild water park, Sea World, Dreamworld, White Water World, Q1 (the world’s tallest residential tower) and many more attractions, Gold [...]

Usually the day doesn’t actually start until noon. I don’t know what tourists are up to, maybe joining a tour on the Aqua Bus which is shaped like a duck or hiring some kayaks to paddle through. Surfing lessons are often a good idea in the mornings; otherwise it gets really crowded by the afternoon. [...]

Broadbeach, Gold Coast, is the host to Conrad Jupiters Casino, the Gold Coast Exhibition Centre, Raptis Plaza, Oasis Shopping Centre and many modern shopfronts by the beach. Locals and tourists alike enjoy the energy and stylish atmosphere of the area. Whether with a champagne cocktail or a bowl of Thai Laksa. There’s something for everyone. [...]

Brisbane is a rapidly developing city in Australia, opening up its landscape to tourists and commercial investors alike. With the great Brisbane River spiralling through the city’s suburbs, Brisbane locals and visitors can enjoy frequent ferry rides on the Citycat, along with trains and buses all on the one Translink Pass. Situated 931 kilometres North [...]