Cool down with the best water parks on the east coast

February 21, 2017, chris Gold Coast Sydney

  With the summer heat due to stick around for a bit longer, there’s nothing better to beat the rising mercury than by diving into the water – and we’re not talking about the sea. Australia’s east coast is a treasure trove of water parks, which can be a great family getaway as well as […]

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5 waterfalls worth chasing on Australia’s east coast

February 20, 2017, chris Brisbane Cairns Gold Coast Melbourne Sunshine Coast

Never mind sticking to the rivers and lakes you’re used to; chasing waterfalls is always a stellar adventure. Water might be a scarce resource in many parts of Australia, but the island continent still manages to hide a cache of waterfalls that will pique your imagination, soothe your soul and jazz up your Instagram feed. […]

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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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Queensland sporting events to catch in summer 2017

December 16, 2016, chris Brisbane Gold Coast Road Trips Unusual destinations to drive to

Speak to any local in Queensland and they’ll tell you that the state is the sporting hub in Australia. While both New South Wales and Victoria might have something to say about this claim, it’s clear that Queensland has had a lot sporting success in recent years – look at State of Origin and the […]

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How to make sure your rental car enhances your holiday

November 30, 2016, chris Gold Coast Road Trips Sunshine Coast Tips

  Are you thinking about travelling around Australia this summer, but don’t have a car you can take? In that case, you’ll need to hire one, and East Coast Car Rentals is the team you should turn to. If you’re booking a holiday shortly, make sure you book your rental car at the same time. […]

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Surprise the family with a trip to the Gold Coast this Christmas

October 18, 2016, chris Gold Coast

These days it can be relatively hard to pull surprises on your loved ones come holiday time. Everyone has perfectly crafted wish-lists of what presents they want to see under the tree Christmas morning. And even if you want to make them wait for the surprise, there’s still no hiding the unmistakable shape of a new […]

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Splendour in the Grass: Road trip essentials

July 7, 2016, chris Events Gold Coast Tips

  It’s finally here! Splendour in the Grass is only a few short weeks away and for Australian’s across the country, the time is fast approaching to pack those bags and head to the east coast for three days of fun, sun and great music. The festival draws huge crowds from all corners of the […]

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Which Gold Coast theme park should you choose?

July 5, 2016, chris Fun Gold Coast

  The Gold Coast is undoubtedly one of Australia’s top travel destinations. It attracts visitors from across the world, but just as importantly it provides a great place for Aussies from across the country to travel with their friends for a great, affordable holiday to one of the world’s top destinations. A big part of […]

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How to (safely) get up close and personal with the Gold Coast’s scariest animals

April 15, 2016, chris Gold Coast

The crocodiles, the snakes, the short-beaked echidnas; Australia is full of incredible animals that strike fear into the hearts of all but the bravest men and women. Even as they scare us though, there’s something incredibly fascinating about these amazing creatures. The way they move is otherworldly, and despite whatever anyone might think, we really […]

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Which Australian state would superheroes visit?

April 4, 2016, chris Gold Coast Melbourne Sunshine Coast

  We all know that superheroes are usually busy saving the world, but we’re pretty sure they deserve (and would love) a break from time to time. It seems that they’re always being met with dastardly villains wherever they go, so hopefully, a trip to the Land Down Under might be quiet enough to give […]

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