Celebrate Summer Around the Gold Coast

It's time to get ready for summer and reacquaint yourself with the beach, the hinterland, and the other hidden gems inside the diverse Gold Coast Region.  During spring, several local businesses have created new products - and new twists on old favorites. 

  
If you want some new ideas for a gay getaway, see the Gay and Lesbian Destination Guide with suggestions for couples, singles and our friends and family.
For more information, visit Gold Coast Tourism's Gay and Lesbian Destination Guide. The content and images will be updated leading up to the Gold Coast's hosting of the first-ever International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association familiarization trip (for agents, media and worldwide members) in March 2011.

Beach Report: 22 C at Top Spots

Gold Coast City's beaches have an average water temperature of 22 degrees. "Come on in; the water's fine!"  Here are 8 to try, with or without a surfboard.

8.  Currumbin Rock Pools is a locals favourite swimming hole. Enjoy a swim in the Currumbin rock pools, where you’ll discover crystal clear mountain waters; warm, sun-drenched boulders, & welcoming 

7.  Rainbow Bay

6.  Palm Beach

5.  Main Beach

4.  Broadbeach

3.  Burleigh Heads

2.  Kirra Surf

1.  Surfers Paradise  Coastal Watch Live Camera

For more information, try this great list of Gold Coast beaches with brief descriptions and photos.  

Need accommodation near your choice of beach?  Just a click away. 

Need more ideas?  See Very Gold Coast.com.