The Gold Coast — Brisbane & Southern Queensland — Travelbag Australia and Round the World 2008 online holiday brochure

The Gold Coast Where do you find Australia's most entertaining beach holiday? Where else but Queensland's Gold Coast; the coast with the most! Enjoy golden-sand beaches, action-packed theme parks, wildlife sanctuaries, championship golf courses, fabulous shopping and the rainforest hinterland. Imagine an early morning jog or a leisurely beach stroll at sunset, the Gold Coast's clean, uncrowded beaches set the perfect pace for a truly unforgettable holiday. Surfers Paradise, affectionately named during the `70s, is the heart of the Gold Coast and features every form of nightlife, a multitude of restaurants and bars, a casino, a monorail, oh and did we mention the beach? At a Glance �The Gold Coast is one of Australia's leading holiday playgrounds, with 70 kms of usually sundrenched beaches and a vibrant city centre with enticing shopping and restaurants. �The destination is easily accessed by air via Gold Coast Airport at Coolangatta or via Brisbane Airport from where you can take the Airtrain, transfer, or drive (1 hour). �This is the best place for exciting Aussie beach culture and water sports, and is the fun park capital of Australia! And the beautiful hinterland is just 30 minutes drive (see pages 68-69) The Spit To Brisbane Airport Labrador Southport Main Beach Surfers Paradise Broadbeach Gold Coast Highway Gold Coast Burleigh Heads Br uc eH igh wa y Springbok Nat. Park Coolangatta Gold Coast Airport Paradise Resort Gold Coast 3 Vibe Hotel Gold Coast 3+ Mantra Sun City 4 A true family resort, Paradise Resort Gold Coast is heaven for kids and a paradise for parents! The resort is set on five acres of tropical gardens, just minutes from Surfers Paradise attractions and only two blocks from the main surf beach. Home to the magical, themed Zone 4 Kids Club for under-12's, parents can relax knowing the kids are having a ball. With four pools, a day spa, restaurant and bar and a host of free daily activities, Paradise Resort is the perfect choice for a family holiday. Facilities restaurant � bar � caf� � sundeck � Internet � lagoon, slide and lap pools � tennis � health spa � shop � laundry � kids' pool � kids' club Rooms 405 guestrooms � TV with in-house movies � air-con � tea & coffee � balcony Offers Free daily breakfast when staying min of 5 nights - FebMar08, 01Apr-04Jul, 07Jul-15Oct, 20Oct-25Dec, 12-21Jan09, 02Feb-31Mar09 � Free half bottle of wine for honeymooners Vibe Hotel Gold Coast overlooks the picturesque Nerang River, conveniently located right in the heart of Surfers Paradise, just a block from Cavill Avenue, the heart of the Gold Coast shopping district. Guests can choose from a leisurely stroll along Surfers Paradise beach, world-class shopping, fantastic nightlife, restaurants galore and lots of fun attractions. Facilities restaurant � bar � lounge � Internet � pool � laundry Rooms 197 spacious guestrooms � mini-bar � TV with movies � Internet � air-con � tea & coffee � 24hr room service � balcony Offers Stay 4 nights pay 3 when staying in a Standard, Aqua View, Premier or Studio Room - May-Aug � Stay 6 nights pay 5 when staying in a Standard, Aqua View, Premier or Studio Room Apr08-Mar09 This high-rise resort is located in the heart of Surfers Paradise, one street from the beach, and enjoys panoramic ocean and hinterland views. With a pyramid in the lagoon-style pool, the resort's Aztec-inspired decor and architectural motifs create a fun atmosphere. Facilities restaurant � bar � caf� � lounge � Internet � gym � indoor heated & outdoor pools � waterslides � tennis � spa � sauna � steam room � games room Rooms 266 rooms & suites � satellite TV � air-con � tea & coffee � room service � balcony � shower (hotel rooms only) � kitchen & laundry (suites only) Offers Free upgrade to an Ocean View Room when staying a min of 3 nights - 23Jan-31Mar08 � Free upgrade from a Hotel Room to a 1 Bedroom Suite when staying 5 nights - 01Apr-24Dec, 22Mar31Mar09 � Free upgrade from a 1 Bedroom Suite to an Ocean View when booking by 31Mar08 - valid for stays 01Apr-24Dec & 11Jan-31Mar09 Prices per person per night, room only, in �'s from Resort Room Twin Single 01Jan08-13Jan08 14Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-25Dec08 26Dec08-11Jan09 42 28 29 44 84 55 58 88 12Jan09-21Jan09 22Jan09-01Feb09 02Feb09-31Mar09 Twin Single 29 58 40 80 29 58 Prices per person per night, room only, in �'s from Standard Room Twin Single 01Jan08-13Jan08 14Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-25Dec08 26Dec08-13Jan09 48 28 32 47 95 56 64 94 14Jan09-31Mar09 Twin Single 32 64 Prices per person per night, room only, in �'s from Hotel Room Twin Single 1 Bdrm 01Jan08-22Jan08 23Jan08-21Dec08 22Dec08-25Jan09 26Jan09-31Mar09 53 38 72 38 106 76 144 76 01Jan08-22Jan08 23Jan08-21Dec08 22Dec08-25Jan09 26Jan09-31Mar09 Twin 73 57 85 57 Single 146 114 169 114 Supplements & minimum stays may apply over New Year & special events. Supplements & minimum stays may apply over New Year & special events. Supplements & minimum stays apply may apply over New Year & special events. 62

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