Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Things To See And Do When Traveling To Australia's Gold Coast

By Cordelia Kennedy

Australia's Gold Coast is that area that lies on the eastern-most point of the Australian continent on the border between the Queensland and New South Wales Regions.

Fuel Your Adrenalin: The Gold Coast is well on the way to calling itself Australia's adventure capital with no end of thrill seeking activities available - think jet boating, jet-skiing, off road 4WD adventure, Zorbing, surfing lessons, bungy jumping, tiger moth joy rides, helicopter tours, go-karting, Harley Davidson jaunts, WRX rally car racing, scuba diving, Deep sea fishing, hot air ballooning, theme parks and Infinity. To name a few!

Cheer on the Local Team: The Gold Coasts population is increasing at the rate of knots and with it, its sporting power. A day at an Australian Rules football game, or rugby or basketball or local iron man contest is a great way to keep the whole family entertained. The Titans in the NRL and the Blaze in the NBL both turned two in their respective codes this season. An AFL team will join the fun by 2011 officially and Gold Coast United is the A-Leagues most colorful new addition.

Have A Spa Treatment: The Gold Coast is home to an ever growing list of top class spa treatment centers.There's something about wandering about in the daylight hours in a plush robe and slippers. You can head to Q1, the worlds tallest residential tower, and go to its award winning resort and spa or try a myriad of other beauty spots located in the top hotels such as the Golden Door Spa Health Club at the Sheraton Mirage, Main Beach and L'qua Spa at the Watermark in Surfers Paradise. To really get away from it all there are several top spas in the Gold Coast Hinterland, including OReillys Lost World Spa and Couran Cove Island Resort & Day Spa on South Stradbroke Island.

Take A Ride In The Sky: Although a ride in a hot air balloon is not cheap, prices starting at $175.00 per person, it is really worth the price. It is an grand experience, floating over the Gold Coast, taking in the spectacular views from Brisbane to Mt. Warning.

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