Sunshine Coast
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January to April

Sunshine Coast

Queensland, Australia
LAST UPDATED 07/01/2008
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introduction

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Berichard: Sunshine Coast Shires, 3 February 2007

The Sunshine Coastis a coastal region located in South East Queensland, north of the Queensland capital of Brisbane. It has a population of 290,645 and up to an additional 50,000 in visitors and seasonal workers.

Unlike the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast (colloquially the "Sunny Coast") is not just one destination, but a collection of them, it is defined as the beachside towns to the north of Brisbane.

The region is characterised by beautiful beaches, expansive coastal views and rich fertile soils in the hinterland.
and alot of the well knowned beaches are located at Noosa Heads, Alexandra Headland, Mooloolaba, CoolumKings Beach in Caloundra.

There are popular surfing areas along the beaches and headlands.

surfing

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Raffi Kojian: Noosa, First Point - Silent; 2006

Want to surf the superbank? Mkay but don't spend three weeks out of your four week holiday lining up for your shot. The whole QLD coastline from the NSW boarder up to Fraser Island offers quality consistent surf and year round warm water. This coast reads like a who's who of classic surf spots. Kirra, Duranbah, Snapper Rocks, Noosa and the list goes on.

North of Fraser the combination of a generally north north west grading coastline and the fringing Great Barrier Reef reduce regular surfing options considerable. The great barrier reef does offer several excellent offshore passes and breaks for those of spirit all the way to Cairns, but their locations are fiercely guarded by the few that surf them. Still, this should give you plenty to keep yourself busy with.

where to stay

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Glass House Mountains; Matt Smith/Crystalbluephotography.com; Jan2008

Sunshine Coast? Places to stay? The choice is yours compadre. The Sunshine Coast is one of Australias most popular tourist destinations and places to stay is one thing it isn't short of. Your can choose from campsites and carvan parks, backpackers hostels, self contained and serviced apartments available for long or short term rent, budget hotels, motels and full on luxury 5 star luxury at the top end hotels! Most accommodation is within easy reach of the beach too.

The most popular pad of choice in this region seems to be the mid ranged self contained apartment block style accommodation. This typically comprises of a couple of bedrooms with a living area, washer/dryer and a kitchen for self catering and you can get it serviced or unserviced.

Despite the vast array of digs at your disposal here, it is worth booking in advance during peak season and holiday periods as the accommodation can be as busy as a 3ft day at Noosa Heads.

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