Sea25 Visitor Guide – Our locals 5 top 5’s of the Gold Coast
25 top picks recommended by locals When visiting the Gold Coast, most travellers are keen to find out about the best things to do and more importantly to where to find essential items such as great coffee shops, health food stores or dinner places so that you can keep up with your daily routines whilst […]
A Guide to North Stradbroke Island
Just 20 minutes off the Queensland coast sits North Stradbroke Island, the second largest sand island in the world. Offering a welcoming balance between the hustle and bustle of the Queensland capital, and the remoteness of its more northerly older cousin, Fraser Island, North Straddie is an easily-accessible tropical oasis which appeals to all the […]
Non-touristy things to do on the Gold Coast
With 13 million national and international tourists https://www.gccec.com.au/quick-facts.html visiting our golden shores each year, the Gold Coast is one of the most popular holiday hotspots in the world. With an endless stream of sunshine, popular tourist activities for the whole family include the Q1 observation deck, interactive island adventure bus tours and a day experiencing […]
The Gold Coast by water: Gold Coast Ferry Services and River Cruises
Get around the Gold Coast by boat For resident Gold Coasters and all who visit, the meandering waterways are a way of life. As one of the most attractive destinations in the world, the Gold Coast has no shortage of water-based travelling options. Every day, thousands of visitors and locals alike take in the million-dollar […]
Orcas: Where can you spot killer whales in Australia?
Orcas – informally referred to as killer whales because of their fearsome reputation – are majestic mammals found in Australian waters between the months of June and October on the east coast, and January to April on the west. Weighing up to six tonnes, the orca is, in fact, the largest species of dolphin rather […]
Gold Coast Arrival Guide – Everything you need to know for getting to and around the Gold Coast
Your guide from the moment you step off the plane, train or automobile. As soon as you arrive on the Gold Coast, located on Queensland’s stunning East coast, you instantly know you’re in for the holiday of a lifetime. With its world-class beaches, sub-tropical climate boasting 300 days of sunshine a year and bustling café culture, […]
Opportunities for Marine Biology Students and Interns in Queensland
Although a topic of critical importance, Marine Biology seems to be one of the most difficult fields to find opportunities either during or after study. Australia has a plethora of excellent universities offering variations of this fascinating course for local students and those from abroad. Institutions such as James Cook University, University of Sydney and […]
What to expect on a Whale Watching Cruise – Gold Coast Whale Watching Season
What to expect on a whale watching cruise Whale watching is a lot of fun and definitely rated as one of the top ten (10) activities to do on the Gold Coast. Joining a whale watching cruise is easy and the options are diverse. There are large stable vessels and small boutique vessel operators like […]
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 […]