Why people love Surfers Paradise

February 1, 2019, East Coast Car Rentals Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise attracts thousands of visitors every year to its long sand beaches. It’s not surprising so many local and international tourists alike flock here, with warm weather averaging 25 degrees Celsius year-round and in the region of 300 sunny days per year. The Queensland suburbs’ popularity began after hotel owner Jim Cavill bought land in the […]

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Keen on golfing? Check out these Australian courses on your trip

October 4, 2018, East Coast Car Rentals Adelaide Brisbane Fun Gold Coast Melbourne Surfers Paradise Sydney Tips

  If you know your drivers from your putters and fancy a leisurely game of golf on your Australian road trip, you’re in luck. From South Australia all the way up to Queensland, there are more places than we could ever list to stop off for round or two. We’ve rounded up some popular courses you […]

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Australia’s surfing sweet-spots suitable for beginners

August 22, 2018, East Coast Car Rentals Adelaide Fun Road Trips Surfers Paradise Sydney Tips

  If you fancy trying out a new activity on your Australian road trip, why not give surfing a go? You’ll be in good company, with up to 2.5 million surfers in Australia, according to the Sweeney report, and that’s before you include the tourists. Whether taking your east coast car hire south to Adelaide, or […]

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Gold Coast theme parks that should feature on your Australia road trip

July 31, 2018, East Coast Car Rentals Brisbane Fun Gold Coast Surfers Paradise Tips

  Whatever your preferred kind of theme park, there’s sure to be one to suit you in the Gold Coast. With two of our car hire sites nearby, it’s super easy to get around and visit your favourites. Even better, all of the parks we’ve listed below are on the Pacific Motorway with the exception […]

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3 of Australia’s best music festivals to catch this February

January 25, 2018, East Coast Car Rentals Brisbane Events Fun Gold Coast Road Trips Surfers Paradise Sydney

Australia’s east coast has much more to offer during February than just scorching summer days. A number of eclectic music festivals showcasing talented local and international acts attract musos from far and wide. Hire a car in Brisbane and take a road trip all the way to Sydney, experiencing a few of Australia’s best summer […]

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Six Surfers Paradise sights to see

October 13, 2017, East Coast Car Rentals Surfers Paradise

Making your way to Surfers Paradise in the near future? Here are six things you need to see while you’re there – book your car hire in Surfers Paradise and get amongst it! 1) Go on a duck tour You may be disappointed to hear that this isn’t a tour of the local duck communities, but […]

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Surfers Paradise: More than just the beach

January 25, 2017, chris Fun Gold Coast Surfers Paradise

Summer, sand and surf. That’s probably the image that comes to the minds of most people when it comes to Surfers Paradise. Even the top results in Google’s image search reveals bright blue skies and sun-kissed sand. Of course, if you’re not a fan of going to the beach, or have already soaked up your […]

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The inside scoop: Where to find Australia’s best waves

September 22, 2016, chris Surfers Paradise

Keep in mind, it’s every serious surfer’s dream to make it to Australia and surf the country’s famous waves. Therefore, whether you are an Australian resident, or just visiting, it is your duty to take advantage of every wave you possibly can. These waves should not go unridden! But with coastline stretching more than 25,760 kilometers, it’s hard for […]

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Where can you find Australia’s gnarliest waves?

October 2, 2015, chris Melbourne Surfers Paradise Sydney

As an island nation, Australia is a country that holds the ocean close to its heart. Some of us make our living from it as we head out into the big blue in our fishing boats each morning. Others use it recreationally, for casual swimming or lounging around on the fabulous wealth of golden beaches that […]

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Have a heavenly shopping trip in Surfers Paradise

May 6, 2015, chris Surfers Paradise

Renowned for its pristine, golden-white sandy beaches with the calming sounds of waves lapping against the shore and a myriad of surfers gliding the swells, Surfers Paradise is an excellent travel destination. However, when you desire a wee break from the sun and tanning, the region is also resplendent with shopping malls and boutique stores, […]

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