The Gold Coast Broadwater – From Southport to Moreton Bay
The Gold Coast Broadwater: From Southport to Moreton Bay The water is more than just a free-spirited way to travel for Gold Coasters. With 40,000 watercraft registered to use the stunning Gold Coast waterways (https://wearegc.com.au/invest/marine/), for many, the water is a way of life. The Broadwater, formally known as The Southport Broadwater or Gold […]
Whale Watching – Questions & Answers
Gold Coast Humpback Whale Facts Australia and its annual Humpback Whale Migration is one of the biggest tourist attractions. We often get asked basic questions about whales and whale watching. Here are our top 10 frequently asked questions and their answers. What is the best time of day for whale watching? Provided there you are […]
What are Eco Tours? Explore, Educate, Protect.
Expolore, Educate, Protect. Ecotourism, also referred to as sustainable tourism, has become a buzzword in travel marketing over recent years. Ecotours are small, educational tours that have minimal impact on the natural ecosystem guests are visiting. The tours promote social responsibility in relatively undisturbed natural areas while offering a fun or unique experience for patrons. […]
Annual humpback whale migration: Why humpback whales love the Gold Coast
Every year from June to October, the glassy waters of the Gold Coast are filled with humpback whales and their young swimming, playing, and escaping the freezing temperatures of the Antarctic. As onlookers are captivated by frequent sightings either from the shore or from the comfort of a whale-watching vessel; there are approximately 200 daily […]
The Spit Federation Walk – The Gold Coast’s Central Park
The Gold Coast’s ‘Central Park’ is located on the northern end of the Gold Coast on the eastern side of The Spit, Main beach. An all-natural 93 hectares offers a 3.5-kilometre walk through pathways and forested areas lined with a wide array of flora and fauna. Along the trail, you’ll find ample openings to golden […]
South Stradbroke Island: An untouched conservation park
South Stradbroke Island is an 1800-hectare conservation park located approximately two kilometres from the glitz and glamour of Queensland’s Gold Coast. Accessible only by boat, water taxi, seaplane or jet ski, South Straddie – as it is known fondly by locals – has been kept in a pristine condition through strict regulations enforced by Queensland […]
Gold Coast Coastal Exploration: Top 5 Coastal Lookouts
With over 50 km of pristine beaches, the tourism hot spot of the Gold Coast is a haven for natural beauty with stunning scenery at every turn stretching as far as the eyes can see. Don’t miss a single view, explore the Gold Coast from these top five coastal lookouts: 1) Q1 SkyPoint Observation Deck, […]
Sea World Gold Coast – Oceans of fun for all the family!
Sea World Gold Coast is a must-SEA attraction for all the family. Encompassing four parks and numerous water-themed activities, the South East Queensland-based fun park provides a jam-packed day of interactive activities from morning to night. History of Sea World Back in 1923, Keith Williams established Surfer’s Paradise Sky Gardens, an entertainment platform popular with […]
Swim with Dolphins on the Gold Coast?
How to safely swim with dolphins, for you and the dolphins Swimming with dolphins remains high on the bucket list for countless people and the Gold Coast has a huge dolphin population. In particular if you are out on boats, large pots of dolphins are observed every day cruising up and down the coastline reasonably close […]
Gold Coast Shark Control Program – Alternatives to Shark Nets
Alternatives to Shark Nets? Shark nets are a contentious topic in modern society, and the nation is split in their opinions. While many welcome the nets and their proposed safety, there are others who call for non-lethal shark deterrence methods. While these nets are proven to kill sharks, by-catch issues are huge. Species including whales, […]