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Traveling to the Gold Coast is a truly exotic and enticing experience. The Gold Coast Australia is a rich and lush area, full of culture and natural beauty. Whether you are fleeing to the Gold Coast for a refuge from the winter chill, or embarking on an exciting journey of surf and scuba, you are sure to be taken aback by the excitement of this often ignored vacation destination.

The Gold Coast specifically refers to the thirty kilometer long stretch of land, covering the coast of Australia from the eastern Queensland and New South Wales border to the northern Stradbroke islands. The Gold Coast gets its name for having sand that is quite brilliantly golden!  

Indeed, these beautiful beaches are truly captivating, and they set the tone for long days lounging under the warm Australian sun. However, there is also a very elegant urban element to the Gold Coast, and travelers will find that the shopping in the Queensland area is some of the best in the world. To better understand the Gold Coast Australia region, here are some specific sections of the coast, highlighted and explained in depth in order to help you plan your trip. 

Queensland: An Absolutely Royal Experience

Queensland is comprised of a sophisticated city that is surrounded by tropical beaches. If you seek the exciting shopping and nightlife of New York, while also enjoying a warm climate paradise, then Queensland is certainly for you. The amount of attractions for tourists and travelers are vast, and they include amazing theme parks, a Ripley’s Believe it or Not! museum, and a large Sea World. Venture a bit north of the Surfer’s Paradise region, and you will find a “Movie World” theme park, as well as a fun theme park that allows you to water ski via a series of moving cables!

Of course, accommodations are always a top priority for any traveler. If you really want to experience Queensland like a royal, don’t consider renting your own suite or penthouse – instead, rent your own portion of an island! Indeed, it is possible to rent your own small, private, and full equipped portion of an island in Queensland.

Paradise Bay Eco Escape allows up to sixteen people to share a private island area, complete with waterfront bungalows and top of the line service. A short walk reconnects you with the rest of mankind, and this tropical island escape offers amazing dining at their restaurant. The Paradise Bay Eco Escape is perfect for romantic trips for two, such as honeymoons. 

Brisbane: Gold Coast Brisbane is a Sight to Behold

The coast of Brisbane offers amazing travel experiences. Much like Queensland, Brisbane is a cosmopolitan city with phenomenal shopping, dining, and nightlife to offer visitors. Travelers often rave that Brisbane can be quite romantic in a similar manner as Paris; specifically, that the city absolutely lights up at night and provides many secluded haunts that are suited for romantic getaways.

When seeking a hotel in Brisbane, try the Sofitel Grand Central. This hotel puts you in the heart of the city and offers an amazing heated rooftop pool and spa. This five star hotel also features on site restaurants, bars, and nightclubs, in addition to housing the Stephanie’s Spa Retreat, an amazingly rejuvenating spa destination. This hotel is one of the finest in Australia and truly provides a luxury experience to those visiting Brisbane. Each suite provides a unique experience, with those units that are closest to the stars being the most luxurious. The staff at the Sofitel Grand Central is thoughtful and eager to cater to each need and whim of the guests who stay there.

Those visiting the Gold Coast will soon see that this coastal region of Australia is one of the finest around. A Gold Coast holiday is an extremely memorable experience, one that is perfectly suited for a honeymoon or anniversary trip. The Gold Coast beaches are sensuous yet nicely suited for a first time attempt at surfing or scuba. When exploring the Gold Coast beaches, stray from your comfort zone to experience unique Aussie culture that is extremely plentiful on the Gold Coast. Australia is a fascinating country, and there is certainly much to find in the land down under.