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Real Name: Grant
Lives In: Gold Coast, AU
Member Since: Sep 02, 2004
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Gold Coast - My Home

by grantravel - last update: Aug 27, 2009

View of Surfers Paradise from the Spit
The Gold Coast has got good reason for attracting alot of tourists. It's a region of contrasts, from the beaches and ocean estuaries to the lush sub-tropical mountains and valleys of the hinterland.

A sweeping coastline offers a spectacular stretch of patrolled surf beaches that are amongst the best in the world. The coastal strip also has a wide choice of accommodation, shopping, dining and live entertainment.
Ride at Dreamworld
The Gold Coast is also Australia's theme park capital with fun awaiting you at Dreamworld (Big Brother House), Warner Bros Movie World, Sea World and Wet'n'Wild Water Park.

Come face to face with Aussie wildlife (koalas, kangaroos, emus, wallabies and wombats) at a host of local nature parks such as Currumbin Sanctuary, Fleay's Wildlife Park and Pioneer Plantation.

Just a 20-minute drive from the beachfront, the Hinterland offers a wide range of activities (bushwalking, swimming, hang gliding, abseiling, 4WD tours etc.) in the many national parks and nature reserves.
View from the Hinterland
Sub-tropical climate, surfing beaches, golf courses, theme parks, shopping, casino, nightlife, tropical rainforests and fishing are just a few of the attractions and activities available to visitors.

Don't forget about the many events that occur here throughout the year, Gold Coast Indy 300, Magic Millions horse race and the Big Day Out music festival just to name a few.

Hopefully by reading through my pages and tips, I hope I can give you a local’s perspective of the Gold Coast that can be useful if you are thinking about coming to visit my home town.

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Pros:"Fun, Sun, Surf, Relax"
Cons:"Too many tourists ;-)"
In A Nutshell:"Beautiful weather oneday, perfect the next!"
grantravel's Gold Coast Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 13 - Photos: 16
 
Restaurants
Tips: 7 - Photos: 13
Hotels & Accommodations
 
Nightlife
Tips: 5 - Photos: 5
Off The Beaten Path
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Tourist Traps
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
Warnings Or Dangers
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Transportation
Tips: 5 - Photos: 5
Local Customs
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Packing Lists
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
Shopping
Tips: 6 - Photos: 6
 
Sports Travel
Tips: 6 - Photos: 6
General Tips

Comments for grantravel about Gold Coast
Mr.Sparkle Thu Jul 9, 2009 06:42 UTC
 hey, i like your tips. I will in the area in Sept. i've got a few local friends i'm gonna catch up with and i thought it would cool to a VT meet, on the friday the 18 of sept.
Kitty82 Wed May 7, 2008 03:28 UTC
 Great photos!!
hando4949 Mon Feb 18, 2008 06:08 UTC
 Your site near made me homesick, left Carara 10 yrs ago to travel
davidstringer Tue Nov 27, 2007 01:12 UTC
 I noticed double decker bus and was wondering if it would be avail for corporate charter ? please let me know eitherway 0418 150 731 regards david
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