Just south of Brisbane, you can find a busy city resting on the east coast of Australia. Very suitably named, Gold Coast is famous for its yellow sand beaches, many sunshine days and super friendly and cheerful people. Gold Coast is perfect for surfers and nature lovers, but apart from its natural riches, this city also provides many ways of urban fun like theme parks, bars, restaurants and nightclubs. If you’re planning a Gold Coast vacation, made the right choice of destination, and now you just need to learn a little bit more about this area to have a perfect experience:
When to visit
Australia is famous for its extreme temperatures, so if you’re visiting Gold Coast, consider an April or May adventure. During this time, the temperatures are mild and the rainfall is low, which makes it perfect for all sorts of activities. This is also the shoulder season, so you can get away with cheaper prices. If you’re eager to visit Gold Coast, you can visit in the summer, from December to February, but expect to get a serious tan. On the other hand, this is the perfect time to learn to surf or enjoy all sorts of water sports.
Explore the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
No matter when you decide to visit Gold Coast, you should leave one day aside to explore the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. This is one of the most popular spots for all nature lovers in Queensland. This venue is the perfect representation of the spirit and goals of Australia: conservation, history, nature, heritage and indigenous pride. If you’re looking for a family-friendly holiday adventure with friends and loved ones, the Currumbin will provide you with plenty of reserve lands to explore and many opportunities to meet native mammals, reptiles, birdlife, amphibians and other exotic species.
Check out some more nature at Springbrook
As stated above, Gold Coast is brimming with natural beauties and attractions, so it would be a shame not to explore all of them. When in Gold Coast, you can also visit Springbrook, an area in the worldwide heritage national park. Springbrook is home to many exotic plants like strangler figs and mushrooms that glow in the dark, vines and fern groves. But it also provides shelter to rare birds. All in all, it has an amazing concentration of wildlife in such as small space, and it also managed to remain unchanged since the dawn of time. Springbrook mountain resisted modernization and commercialization and it remained a jewel that has to be visited and respected.
Enjoy the nightlife
After your daily adventures, you can just refresh at your accommodation and hit the town for some evening fun. The Gold Coast doesn’t stop even after sunset, so don’t hesitate to soak up some of its buzzing energy from dusk till dawn. If you’re looking to chill out, you can hit up one of many bars and breweries (Aussies make amazing craft beer) but if you’re up for some more XXX-rated fun, you can contact hot Gold Coast strippers and throw a perfect party for you and your friends. Gold Coast is very liberal and body-positive so you’ll get to enjoy perfect adult entertainment without being judged.
Splash around in SeaWorld
If you’re visiting with kids, don’t miss a chance to show them something truly magical and unforgettable. SeaWorld is the world’s most famous oceanarium and theme park with rides and animal exhibits. This park is controversial for many, but at its core, it has the goal to promote conservation by raising awareness about animal species. They also rescue orphaned sea mammals and nurture sick and injured wildlife. If you decide to spend an afternoon in SeaWorld, make sure to hit the rides like Jet Rescue, Storm Coaster and the SeaWorld Monorail System. When you’re done with rides, you can explore attractions like the polar bear shore, interact with penguins, see the shark bay and visit dolphins and seals.
Chill out at Surfers Paradise Beach
Within the area of the Gold Coast, you can find an eclectic scene of hip people and relaxing vibes called Surfers Paradise Beach. This is a famous nightlife location with a unique atmosphere and lively events. When it comes to surfing, you can enjoy a wide beach here that’s radiating with good vibes and atmosphere.
Drink some amazing wine
There’s no better way to finish your Gold Coast visit than with a trip to the Gold Coast Hinterland wine region. This region is full of boutique wineries and picturesque vineyards with authentic restaurants and scenery. Make sure to at least try their best varieties like Chambourcin, Verdelho and Semillon. You can book a tour through the region, but also very easy to come up with a tour on your own.
Gold Coast is a perfect place if you want to enjoy many outdoor adventures, meet plenty of wildlife and have an active and fun vacation. If you’re planning your Gold Coast trip, use these tips as inspiration to create an itinerary that fits your budget and lifestyle.
