One of the major and most visited towns in Queensland, the Gold Coast is an attractive, hip, and laid back city offering a considerable number of activities that one can enjoy. Beautiful beaches, majestic views as well as world-class resorts and cafes can be discovered in the town. The Gold Coast is the perfect town if one wants to take a long walk or to ride a bike as the town prides itself of breathtaking sights. Here is an accommodation and travel guide for those who would want to travel and visit the Gold Coast.
Population
The Gold Coast is the 6th biggest city of Australia. With a population of more than 751,000 and is visited by over 10.5 million foreign visitors every year continues to become Australia's number one holiday location. The city can be reached through flights coming from the different parts of the world, landing in either the Gold Coast Airport or Brisbane Airport. The Australian dollar is the currency used and foreigners can change their money in several agencies across the city.
Climate
The Gold Coast's climate is very temperate, meaning the weather is nice all year long, with temperature averages from 17 to 26 degrees Celsius. The weather in Gold Coast doesn't really reach extreme levels, so if a person travels in an off-peak season, they are likely to still experience pleasant weather which is still appropriate for the beach!
When to go to
The top seasons are during the middle of Nov to Jan, when visitors wish to spend the Xmas or New Year Holidays. The other popular travel periods are during Easter and the all though September and October when Australian youngsters enjoy school holidays. The city's cultural season is in full swing during the months of September to Jan when numerous holidays and events are held. Airlines, hostels and cafes are less expensive and less crowded in the off-peak seasons and there are some appealing events going on in this time of the year.
Where to Eat
Visitors to the Gold Coast will be impressed by the wide international flavours available, with restaurants found on every corner. The Gold Coast boasts of a mixture of cosmopolitan cafes and restaurants . The key location to eat and be seen is Tedder Avenue in Main Beach, where about thirty top restaurants and bars sit side by side on either side of the street. Surfers Paradise has more places to eat, but they're scattered across broader geography and there's no specific dining 'strip '. The Broadbeach CBD has a good range of fantastic dining options, but as you head further south the restaurants become fewer and further between.
What to See
The Gold Coast offers a good range of attractions - from golden beaches and resorts to theme parks. Theme parks such as Dreamworld, Sea World, and the Warner Brothers MovieWorld are just some family favourites. Other attractions that bring you closer to nature are O'Reilly's Vineyard, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, and David Fleay's Wildlife Park.
However the other hand, if you are looking for a relaxing vacation and don't feel a bit like touring around, resorts like the Chevron Renaissance in Surfers Paradise give tourists the perfect solution for a relaxing summer holiday, with all the facilities of the resort coupled with the sandy beaches within walking distance.
Gold Coast Accommodation - Where to stay
Adding to the sights and scenery that holiday makers look forward to when visiting the Gold Coast, the world-class and modern lifestyle accommodation is a must to experience. The Gold Coast has been famous for putting together luxury and affordability as well as comfort and style. There is a wide selection of Gold Coast accommodation that offers sublime furnishings within full security buildings and undercover parking. Resorts such as the Chevron Renaissance boast expansive pools, sub-tropical gardens, manicured lawns and a spitting distance to the Gold Coast's sandy beaches.
Population
The Gold Coast is the 6th biggest city of Australia. With a population of more than 751,000 and is visited by over 10.5 million foreign visitors every year continues to become Australia's number one holiday location. The city can be reached through flights coming from the different parts of the world, landing in either the Gold Coast Airport or Brisbane Airport. The Australian dollar is the currency used and foreigners can change their money in several agencies across the city.
Climate
The Gold Coast's climate is very temperate, meaning the weather is nice all year long, with temperature averages from 17 to 26 degrees Celsius. The weather in Gold Coast doesn't really reach extreme levels, so if a person travels in an off-peak season, they are likely to still experience pleasant weather which is still appropriate for the beach!
When to go to
The top seasons are during the middle of Nov to Jan, when visitors wish to spend the Xmas or New Year Holidays. The other popular travel periods are during Easter and the all though September and October when Australian youngsters enjoy school holidays. The city's cultural season is in full swing during the months of September to Jan when numerous holidays and events are held. Airlines, hostels and cafes are less expensive and less crowded in the off-peak seasons and there are some appealing events going on in this time of the year.
Where to Eat
Visitors to the Gold Coast will be impressed by the wide international flavours available, with restaurants found on every corner. The Gold Coast boasts of a mixture of cosmopolitan cafes and restaurants . The key location to eat and be seen is Tedder Avenue in Main Beach, where about thirty top restaurants and bars sit side by side on either side of the street. Surfers Paradise has more places to eat, but they're scattered across broader geography and there's no specific dining 'strip '. The Broadbeach CBD has a good range of fantastic dining options, but as you head further south the restaurants become fewer and further between.
What to See
The Gold Coast offers a good range of attractions - from golden beaches and resorts to theme parks. Theme parks such as Dreamworld, Sea World, and the Warner Brothers MovieWorld are just some family favourites. Other attractions that bring you closer to nature are O'Reilly's Vineyard, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, and David Fleay's Wildlife Park.
However the other hand, if you are looking for a relaxing vacation and don't feel a bit like touring around, resorts like the Chevron Renaissance in Surfers Paradise give tourists the perfect solution for a relaxing summer holiday, with all the facilities of the resort coupled with the sandy beaches within walking distance.
Gold Coast Accommodation - Where to stay
Adding to the sights and scenery that holiday makers look forward to when visiting the Gold Coast, the world-class and modern lifestyle accommodation is a must to experience. The Gold Coast has been famous for putting together luxury and affordability as well as comfort and style. There is a wide selection of Gold Coast accommodation that offers sublime furnishings within full security buildings and undercover parking. Resorts such as the Chevron Renaissance boast expansive pools, sub-tropical gardens, manicured lawns and a spitting distance to the Gold Coast's sandy beaches.
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