| Below are links to some of Melbourne's best tourist attractions and some useful tourism information. To see what events are on in Melbourne while you're visiting us, view our What's On page or view our City Guide page for a quick guide of our city and surrounds. |
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| Gold Coast Tourism | |
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You've arrived at the Official Gold Coast Tourism website. With miles of surf beach, lush green rainforest, world-class golfing greens and world-famous theme parks. With every kind of accommodation from exclusive 5-star hotels to sunny beachside apartments. Spoilt for choice? That's the Gold Coast! : http://www.verygoldcoast.com.au/ |
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| Whats on Goldcoast | |
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For all the Information on what on the Goldcoast
: http://www.bcl.com.au/goldcoast/wotsongoldcoast.htm |
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| Theme Parks | |
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You will experience a fun-filled, Gold Coast theme park family adventure with all the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Meet your favourite stars and enjoy all the behind-the-scenes action, comedy stunts and exhilarating rides, shows and attractions! At Sea World you can make contact with marine life wonders and experience a whole world of amazing rides, shows and attractions at a Gold Coast theme park favourite! Enjoy all the fun and excitement of the world's latest slides, pools and attractions at the largest Australian water theme park. Experience a day of splashtacular Gold Coast theme park fun for the whole family. : http://www.themeparks.com.au |
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| Warner Bros Movie World | |
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As the only Australian movie related theme park, you will experience a fun-filled, Gold Coast theme park family adventure with all the glitz and glamour of Hollywood at Warner Bros. Movie World. Meet your favourite stars and enjoy all the behind-the-scenes action, comedy stunts and exhilarating rides, shows and attractions! : http://movieworld.myfun.com.au/ |
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| Wet n Wild | |
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Wet'n'Wild Water World combines all the fun and excitement of the world's latest water slides and leisure pools with a shaded twenty acre subtropical garden. Whether you choose to laze in the shallows of the Wave Pool or plunge down a seven-story high Speed Coaster, at Wet'n'Wild Water World we are committed to providing a full day of splashtacular fun and relaxation for everyone! : http://wetnwild.myfun.com.au/ |
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| Sea World | |
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At Sea World you can make contact with marine life wonders and experience a whole world of amazing rides, shows and attractions at a Gold Coast theme park favourite! More than just a theme park, Sea World is committed to educating guests about the marine environment, and playing an active role in Australian marine research and rescue.
: http://seaworld.myfun.com.au/ |
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| Dream World | |
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Dreamworld has developed into Australias favourite theme park full of immersive visitor experiences from some of the world's tallest, fastest white knuckle thrill rides to a conservation-focused wildlife park with more than 800 native Australian animals. In 2006, Dreamworld went water and opened a $60 million water ride park right next door. Packed with water-powered wow, WhiteWater World is the only water park in the world boasting all four of the hottest waterslides on the planet. : http://www.dreamworld.com.au/content/drw_2008_home.asp? |
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| Outback Spectacular | |
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A $23-million show extravaganza, the Australian Outback Spectacular is the first of its kind in Australia. Nightly, from Tuesday to Saturday, the giant arena thunders with the hooves of Australian stockhorses in an action-packed performance as Australias leading stunt riders and stockmen play out a story of two rival cattle stations. Theres a cast of larger-than-life characters and animals, with breathtaking scenes of the aboriginal Dreamtime and wild colt muster, to high-speed quad bikes, bush vehicles and trick riding. Theres even a mustering helicopter that dives into the arena droving a herd of cattle. Shows include a full Aussie BBQ dinner served during the show. Situated between Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet n Wild Water World on the Pacific Motorway Oxenford. : www.outbackspectacular.com.au |
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| Draculas Cabaret Restaurant | |
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A two-hour dinner show with a combination of song, dance, puppetry and illusion in a visual roller 1 Hooker Blvd, : www.draculas.com.au |
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| Places to go and see | |
| Gold Coast Convention Centre | |
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Experience the difference with the multi award-winning Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. The GCCEC is located in Broadbeach, on Australia's Gold Coast in Queensland. It is a unique destination which caters for both leisure and business tourism. Close to a variety of accommodation, shopping, restaurants, nightlife, entertainment and 70 km's of pristine white sandy beaches. : http://www.gccec.com.au/ |
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| Transport | |
| Gold Coast International Airport | |
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It is hard to imagine an airport more conveniently located than Gold Coast Airport, situated in the very heart of Australia's number one holiday destination. Gold Coast Airport is located on the Gold Coast Highway at Bilinga on the southern end of the Gold Coast, only five minutes from Coolangatta. : http://www.goldcoastairport.com/ |
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| Coachtrans transfers | |
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Brisbane Airports Licensed Operator! Coachtrans Australia is the Brisbane Airports licensed coach operator. We meet all flights from Domestic and International Airports servicing direct to your door. Our facilities include continuously staffed customer service counters, information services to arriving passengers and air-conditioned mini coaches operating on a door-to-door basis, 7 days a week, one way or return. Speed of Service! The travel time for transfers is only 90 minutes from the Brisbane International Airport direct to Gold Coast Hotels, via the brand new 8 lane Pacific Motorway. In its price range, it is the fastest, most reliable and most convenient service available! Direct, Door-to-Door Service! This means no hassles, no unnecessary changing of vehicles and no unloading luggage! Total Gold Coast Covered! No matter where you're staying on the Gold Coast, you can be assured with Coachtrans that all accommodation houses and most private homes are serviced. And that means from Sanctuary Cove right through to Coolangatta direct from the Airport!! Airport Convenience! The curb-side pick-up locations at the Brisbane airports are just metres from the baggage carousels. That means no walking long distances with luggage in tow! Our Airport coordinators are on hand to assist with baggage loading and coach information - all under the sheltered bus waiting area! Meeting Your Flight! Coachtrans is the exclusive licensed operator at the Brisbane Airports, and as a result is contracted with the Brisbane Airport Corporation to meet all major flights arrivals and departures. : http://www.coachtrans.com.au/default.aspx |
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| Brisbane Airport | |
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Airports are becoming more than just places to catch planes . they are becoming destinations in their own right, offering world-class shopping, entertainment, business and leisure facilities. : http://www.bne.com.au/ |
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| Airtrain Transfers | |
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Brisbane's Airtrain isn't affected by gridlock on our roads. No matter how bad the traffic is you'll always get to where you're going faster on the Airtrain. With up to four express trains each hour direct to the Gold Coast, Airtrain is the most reliable and frequent option to reach the Gold Coast from Brisbane Airport. The Airtrain stops at 3 stations on the Gold Coast: Nerang, Robina and Helensvale. There are also stations at Coomera and Ormeau on the Gold Coast line. You will not need to change trains. Avoid the motorway traffic congestion as you relax on a scenic journey to the Gold Coast. For those dropping friends or family at the airport, a 3 hour round trip plus parking can't be an appealing thought. You can drop them at any Gold Coast station knowing they'll travel quickly and safely to the airport on Brisbane's Airtrain. If you are travelling from the Airport to the Gold Coast and know the station to get off at, you can book a single or return journey online now. If you are travelling up to the Airport, you can purchase your ticket on the train platform at the Gold Coast. : http://www.airtrain.com.au |
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| Sport | |
| Carrara Stadium | |
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Carrara Stadium is situated on the Gold Coast in Queensland, and is also known as the Gold Coast Stadium. Construction began in 1986 and opened the following year after the Brisbane Bears were granted a license to play in the VFL. Their highest crowd was in 1989 when 18,198 people watched the Bears play Geelong. However crowds dwindled and the Bears moved to the Gabba in Brisbane in 1993. The ground was left without a major tenant and was sold to the Gold Coast City Council. The ground occassionally played host to Rugby League games and in 1996, the Gold Coast Chargers moved full-time to the stadium until 1998 when they were kicked out from the ARL. Carrara Stadium has main grandstands on either side of the ground, and grassed areas around the rest of the ground. It has a total capacity of around 18,000 including 5,300 undercover seats and 2,500 transportable seats which can be placed in front of the outer grandstand for Rugby League matches. : http://www.austadium.com |
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| Skilled Stadium/park | |
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Skilled Park was officially opened in March 2008 and is the home ground of the Jetstar Gold Coast Titans and the Gold Coast United Football Club. The multi-purpose, world class sporting and entertainment stadium was constructed over a two-year period and includes seating for 27,400 spectators. Designed to be suitable for all rectangular field sports including soccer, rugby union and rugby league, the stadium includes 100 open corporate boxes, 25 closed corporate suites, two 450 seat function rooms, 16 food and beverage outlets as well as management offices and associated facilities. Skilled Park has been designed without public car parking spaces. Catch a free bus or train straight to the door or drive to one of the local park 'n' ride facilities and enjoy a free shuttle service straight to the stadium. It's the best way to get to the game. For all your transport information visit TransLink or call 13 12 30. : http://www.skilledpark.com.au |
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| Shopping | |
| Miami Organic Farmers Market | |
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Based in Miami, on the Gold Coast, Australia, the Gold Coast Organic Farmers Market is the areas first and only truly Organic Growers Market. Miami Organic Farmers Market hand made products and natural organic produce. Every Sunday from 06:00 AM to 11:00 AM, the Miami organic market provides an extensive and complete range of freshly picked, farm-fresh guaranteed Certified Organically grown. |
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| Carrara Markets | |
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Find A Bargain - Every Saturday and Sunday from 7am to 4pm Carrara Markets are a must for every Gold Coaster and visitors looking for Value for Money. Our enormously popular Gold Coast markets offer a ton of fun for the whole family, with something special for everybody including FREE entertainment, FREE entry and FREE car parking. : http://www.carraramarkets.com.au |
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| Pacific Fair shopping centre | |
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While you are at Pacific Fair don't miss out on over 100 special offers from Pacific Fair stores by picking up a FREE Exclusive Visitor Discount Guide, packed full of great savings. Visit the Customer Service Desk on Level One in the Arcade or Village Green, located in the outdoor area near the Children's Play Park, to collect your Guide before you hit the shops. To take advantage of the Exclusive Visitor Discount Guide, you must have it validated at either of the two Customer Service Desks. Offers are valid 5 days from the validation date. The brochure must then be presented at participation stores to redeem the offers. Please note that all offers listed are not available on specials, sales or already discounted items. It is also not to be used in conjunction with any other offer, and some conditions may apply. Please check with each individual store for further details. : http://www.pacificfair.com.au |
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| Public Holidays | |
| Queensland Public Holidays | |
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: http://www.justice.qld.gov.au/fair-and-safe-work/industrial-relations/public-holidays/public-holiday-dates-for-2008-2013 |
