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About the Gold CoastThe Gold Coast is widely acknowledged as Australia's premier tourist destination attracting over 10 million visitors per year. The region’s wealth of attractions, from beaches and subtropical rainforests to a wide range of entertainment, plus its sub-tropical climate and quality lifestyle have made the Gold Coast one of Australia’s most popular holiday destinations for nearly 100 years. The region's scenic coastline stretches from Southport to Coolangatta
and boasts more than 300 days of sunshine each year. Located 65 km south
east of Brisbane, the Gold Coast is Queensland’s most popular tourism
region, which can be attributed to its variety of tourism experiences,
theme attractions and events, combined with nature's best. Click here to read about | surfers paradise | broadbeach | the southern beaches | the gold coast hinterland | Facts & Figures
Major EventsThe Gold Coast is fast becoming the regional sporting and events capital of Australia. The City hosts yacht classics, horse races, triathlons and competitions in a variety of sporting codes, plus many national and international events including:
Accommodation and special accommodation needsAccommodation Bookings
Nearly half of all accommodation bookings are made online, and many resorts we talk to say their percentage is even higher. Many internet accommodation providers are in fact very similar, and you can feel entirely comfortable booking online. The websites listed above are similar to www.broadbeach.net.au in that they let you book direct with the resort itself, which we believe is an obvious advantage. You may read more about the standard AAA rating system, and our views about online bookings ... (here).
Airlines and transportAirlinesGold Coast Airport - Domestic visitors can fly direct to the Gold Coast via the Gold Coast Airport, with Australian Airlines, Freedom Air, Pacific Blue, Qantas, Virgin Blue and Jetstar. Direct international flights are via Japan, China, Singapore and New Zealand. Brisbane Airport - The international Airport in Brisbane is also only an hour’s drive away, with access to 26 destinations worldwide through more than 30 airlines including Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Thai Airways and United.
Car rentalThe easiest and most convenient way to get around on the Gold Coast is by car. This is especially the case if you plan to do a bit of traveling, such as to the theme parks or to see the mountains and national parks. Simply book online and pick up your car from the airport.
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Airport transfers & getting around on the Gold CoastSurfers Paradise is about 20-25 kms from the Gold Coast Airport, and the transfer costs about $20/adult, $11/child and $51/family of four. The distance from Brisbane Airport is 80-85 kms, and the cost is about $39/adult, $22/child and $100/family of four.
If you are arriving from the north you may consider Brisbane to the Gold Coast by Train. With two express trains each hour direct to the Gold Coast, Airtrain is a reliable and frequent option to reach the Gold Coast from Brisbane Airport.
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Government, hospitals and emergenciesGold Coast City CouncilThe council's official website with information about council services can be found at at www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au Overseas VisitorsOverseas visitors should take care to obtain their own medical travel insurance to ensure that they are covered in an emergency. Several Australian-based travel insurers have special cover for visitors which are very much less expensive than travel cover sold other countries. Public hospitals
Private hospitals
EmergencyThe national telephone number for all emergency services in Australia including Ambulance, Fire, and Police is 000. Maps and other useful linksMaps
Tourism
Visitor Information CentresA list of the major tourist information centres on the Gold Coast is as follows:
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