We're planning a 4 or 5 night holiday in Queensland and wondered where we should go. We like good restaurants and beautiful beaches - but without large crowds. The Gold Coast is bit too touristy for us (and we've been there before). Does anyone have any suggestions?
2007-09-13 18:49:06 · 11 answers · asked by leanne888 1 in Travel ➔ Australia ➔ Other - Australia
Palm Cove, or Trinity Beach - Cairns !
Heaps to do in Cairns, Plam Cove is about a 20 min drive from the city itself.
There's always Port Douglas also.
http://www.palmcoveaustralia.com/
http://www.palmcove.net/
http://www.palmcove.com/
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http://www.trinitybeachtourism.com.au
http://www.trinitybeachclub.com.au
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http://www.portdouglaseguide.com or http://www.vcentres.com.au/port-douglas
For accommodation in Port Douglas - http://www.portdouglasaccom.com.au
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Other things to see in Cairns
http://www.tropicalaustralia.com.au/things_to_do_and_see
http://www.cairnsvisitorcentre.com
http://www.cairnsattractions.com/index.html
2007-09-13 18:59:38 · answer #1 · answered by • Koala • uʍop ɹǝpun 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try the Sunshine Coast - miles and miles of excellent beaches, it's not overly touristy like the Gold Coast, and it's not crowded! There are loads of great restaurants, for instance Maroochydore and Mooloolaba have a good selection of them. On top of restaurants and beaches, there are many other activities you can partake in - for example you could visit Australia Zoo, Aussie World, Underwater World, Glasshouse Mountains, rainforests, have a go at some watersports, shopping, etc...
For more information:
http://www.sunshinecoast.org/
2007-09-13 22:17:34 · answer #2 · answered by rozybb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Silky Oaks Lodge-Daintree. This place is awsome very luxurious! Experience the ancient wonders of the Daintree at Voyages Silky Oaks Lodge & Healing Waters Spa, an oasis of elegance and beauty, nestled on the edge of a World Heritage-listed wilderness. The Lodge blends contemporary design and casual sophistication, where the sights and sounds of the rainforest surround you. 50 stylish Treehouses and Riverhouses each have wide verandahs and spa baths. Only 20 minutes from Port Douglas, Silky Oaks Lodge provides the perfect base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef, Atherton Tablelands, Cape Tribulation and the Daintree River. From the moment you arrive, you feel the aura of the Daintree. Vast and pristine, it is the oldest living rainforest on Earth. Take a relaxing stroll along the lush riverbank. Explore the local area by bike, paddle a canoe on the river, or join a guided rainforest walk. Whichever pursuit you choose, the end of vigorous activity demands rest and rejuvenation, so indulge yourself with a relaxing treatment at The Healing Waters Spa.
2016-05-19 01:38:54 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I love the Sunshine Coast but not Noosa.
I find Noosa too touristy.
Caloundra is my favourite, Kings Beach to be exact.
2007-09-13 19:26:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Agree with Elizabeth. I like Caloundra and I even made a posting on this weeks ago. Don't do the Gold Coast, it is a tourist trap.
2007-09-13 23:34:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
To be honest you cannot get past Noosa. But if you want a little less flash, then go straight to Moollooba! They are both wonderful, great restuarants, excellent beaches etc. both great with kids or without!!!
2007-09-13 23:20:53 · answer #6 · answered by angie o 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could try sunshine coast-not as touristy and great beaches alternatly try north like daydream island, great keppel, hayman island etc-try getting to dunk island-thats where the tv show sea patrol is filmed!!!
2007-09-13 19:02:44 · answer #7 · answered by Katie L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hervey bay, on the coast and easy drives to surrounding areas
2007-09-13 19:10:34 · answer #8 · answered by ⓑⓐⓨⓢⓐ ™ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
sunshine coast
2007-09-16 02:44:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cairns.
2007-09-14 20:53:17 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋