Gold Coast opportunities suited for day trips, overnight stays, weekends away or extended breaks without blowing the budget.

The holiday season is packed with an over riding happiness among visitors, where being busy usually translates to having a tonne of fun.Where best to accommodate your summer break than a City that offers an uninterrupted coastline of pristine beaches perfect for swimming and surfing. Where else can you savour amazing weather conditions as you happily participate in every water activity imaginable?

Many travellers think they know what to expect on Australia’s Gold Coast - the brilliant beaches, the Surfers Paradise nightlife, dozens of theme parks and the best looking talent in the country. But there’s much more to explore than the traditional travel guides are willing to admit.

Sure the city sits on a 70 kilometre stretch of fine sandy gold beaches washed by the South Pacific Ocean. But what about the subtropical rainforest, real Australian wildlife, mountain climbs, tree-top walks, island getaways and all the adventure activities you can cram into such anaturally spectacular place.

Mention the Gold Coast and various images come to mind - stunning beaches, exciting theme parks, sun-kissed locals, sophisticated style - the list goes on. The beachgoers are as beautiful as the beaches, and the surfing is some of the best in the world.

- QGuide.com.au