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GOLD COAST
2018 - 2019
HELLO GOLD COAST
From theme parks to shopping, and surfing to lush rainforest,
the Gold Coast has it all!
The Gold Coast is renowned for its golden beaches that stretch
for miles. The sheltered waters at Coolangatta and Currumbin
are perfect for families, or kick back on one of the popular
surf beaches. Get your adrenaline fix at the Gold Coast’s world
class theme parks. Make a splash on the extreme waterslides,
experience the excitement of the world’s fastest and tallest
thrill rides and meet loveable cartoon characters and super
heroes. See native Australian wildlife, cuddle a koala or swim
with dolphins. Don’t miss a trip into the subtropical hinterland
for rainforest walks and waterfalls. Whether it’s a family holiday
or beach break, the Gold Coast is famous for fun.
As passionate and experienced travel professionals, we
understand what goes into creating great holidays. For a holiday
you’ll remember and want to tell everyone about, chat with your
local Helloworld Travel agent today.
Burleigh Heads
O’Reilly’s Tree Top Walk,
Lamington National Park
Warner Bros. Movie World ~
Image Cover and This Page: Surfers Paradise
~Image Left: TRADEMARK: LOONEY TUNES and all related characters and
Valid 1 April 2018 – 31 March 2019. elements are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Contents
Navigating This Brochure 4
Travel Tips 6
Top 10 Things To Do 8
Holiday Packages 10
Exploring the Gold Coast 12
Car Hire 12
Transfers 14
Theme Parks 16
Sightseeing 18
Northern Gold Coast & Main Beach 22
Surfers Paradise 26
Broadbeach 36
Mermaid Beach to Tweed Heads 42
Kingscliff 46
Gold Coast Hinterland 48
Accommodation Index 50
Booking Conditions 51
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Accommodation Ratings Australia
ADELAIDE & MELBOURNE
The ratings featured in this brochure will provide SOUTH AUSTRALIA GOLD COAST THE KIMBERLEY
BROOME • STATIONS & WILDERNESS CAMPS • CRUISING
MELBOURNE & VICTORIA
& VICTORIA NORTHERN TERRITORY
a general indication of the standard of accommodation
and may alter throughout the year due to a
change of circumstance. These are our views
and are not related to any other rating system.
We recommend checking with your travel consultant
to find the accommodation that best suits your needs
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and budget.
Comfortable standard of PERTH QUEENSLAND ISLANDS QUEENSLAND SUNSHINE COAST SYDNEY &
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accommodation and facilities MARGARET RIVER • NINGALOO REEF • GOLDEN OUTBACK INCLUDING SOUTHERN GREAT BARRIER REEF FRASER COAST • SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND COUNTRY CANBERRA • NORFOLK ISLAND • LORD HOWE ISLAND
Superior standard of
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accommodation and facilities
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accommodation and facilities
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TROPICAL NORTH
Pricing Guide TASMANIA QUEENSLAND
INCLUDING OUTBACK QUEENSLAND
Prices in this brochure are based on the lowest available
price at the time of print and are a guide only. All prices
are subject to availability and subject to change due to
factors such as currency fluctuations, taxes or seasonal
surcharges.
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Accommodation ‘From’ prices are per person per
night twin share using the lead-in room type in
International
low season based on the length of stay indicated
on the individual property listing. A minimum stay CANADA CENTRAL EUROPE
AFRICA ARABIAN PENINSULA BALI & ALASKA & SCANDINAVIA
is generally required. Where a price for more than
a one night stay is featured, the nights must be taken
consecutively.
Ask your travel consultant for the best price available,
other room types or travel dates and refer to the inside
back cover for our complete booking conditions.
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What the Symbols mean
HONG KONG ITALY
COOK ISLANDS FIJI HAWAI‘I & CHINA FRANCE • GREECE • SPAIN • PORTUGAL
Properties offering free Wi-Fi access
in common areas and rooms.
Properties offering in-room disabled
facilities.
Properties offering facilities catering
for families, which may include kids 2018 - 2019 2018 - 2019 2018 - 2019 2018 - 2019 2018
club, family rooms, child menus,
highchairs and cots. NEW ZEALAND
PACIFIC ISLANDS
SAMOA • AMERICAN SAMOA • TAHITI
• VANUATU • TONGA • NIUE • NEW CALEDONIA
SINGAPORE
& MALAYSIA SOUTH AMERICA THAILAND
A special bonus offer (e.g. sparkling
wine) is available if you are celebrating
your honeymoon. Details must be
provided at the time of booking.
Respecting Our Culture –
A business with ROC accreditation 2018 - 2019 2018 - 2019 2018 - 2019 2018 - 2019 2018 - 2019
is recognised in the industry
as having sustainable business
VIETNAM,
and environmental practices. UK & IRELAND USA
CAMBODIA & LAOS
The program is unique in that it
acknowledges the diversity of
Australia’s Indigenous cultures and
provides for the recognition of cultural
heritage, protocols and integrity at
the local level.
Advanced Ecotourism product – a
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leading and innovative product that
uses resources wisely, contributes Our Specialty Collection
to environmental conservation and
helps local communities.
Maldives
STUNNING BEACHES • CRYSTAL CLEAR LAGOONS
Unique Rail Journeys
LUXURY AND ICONIC TRAIN JOURNEYS
Signature Collection
IDYLLIC LUXURY • EXCLUSIVE HIDEAWAYS
Weddings & Honeymns
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the flexibility to pay for ‘must do’
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when you arrive. Just pick the day
that suits you and call us up to
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COLLECTION COLLECTION COLLECTION
The Qantas Holidays Difference
Creating Holidays for Over 40 Years
Qantas Holidays has been in the business of creating amazing holiday experiences for Australian travellers for over
40 years. We’re experts at designing holidays to suit a wide variety of tastes and budgets. Our team has exceptional
destination knowledge and a passion for travel.
Exceptional Product Range
Our comprehensive product range includes hotels, flights, sightseeing, cruises, car hire, rail, extended tours and much
more! The products in this brochure are just a start. We can book everything you need to make your dream holiday
a reality providing great value and unparalleled choice.
Multi-Award Winner
Over the years we’ve picked up many travel awards and we were thrilled to win the highly coveted
‘Best Wholesaler – International Product’ at the 2017 AFTA National Travel Industry Awards.
We Care
We know your holiday experience doesn’t end until you are safely home. That’s why our Customer Care
Team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, should you require assistance during your holiday.
Bonus Offers
Everyone loves a bonus offer! Free nights, free breakfasts and free room upgrades are just a few of the exceptional deals
on offer with Qantas Holidays. Look for the BONUS offers through this brochure and ask about our special offers released
throughout the year.
We Love It!
Look for this symbol to see some of our best selling products and experiences.
Our customers love them and so will you!
Exclusive Packages
Our Product team have crafted a range of fantastic packages exclusively for our customers.
EXCLUSIVELY
Choose one of our Holiday Packages which include our most popular accommodation and ‘must do’ FOR YOU
experiences. Just look for the packages displaying ‘Exclusively For You’.
Earn Qantas Points
Qantas Holidays is proud to be among the select group of companies who offer Qantas Frequent Flyer points
on combined air and land packages when flying with Qantas or Jetstar. See below for full details.
Earn 1 Qantas Point per $1 spent
with Qantas Holidays
Qantas Frequent Flyers can earn 1 point per $1 spent on Qantas Holidays combined air and land packages when flying with
Qantas or Jetstar (excludes Jetstar Asia and Jetstar Pacific)^. Plus Qantas Frequent Flyers can also earn points on eligible
Qantas and Jetstar flights when booked as part of these packages. That means members can earn twice – once on the flight
and again on the package!
Redeem your Qantas Points for Qantas Holidays Gift Vouchers
Did you know you can use your Qantas Points for a Qantas Holidays Gift Voucher? Visit the Qantas Store at qantasstore.com.au
to purchase a voucher using your points, then call Qantas Holidays or see your travel agent to book your holiday package#.
Not a member?
Join the Qantas Frequent Flyer program for free at: qantaspoints.com/freejoin/qantasholidays~
^ You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program to earn Qantas Points. A joining fee may apply. Membership and points are subject to the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program available at qantas.com/terms. Multiple
carriers are permitted, provided one sector is a Qantas or Jetstar service or on a service with a Qantas or Jetstar flight number. # Qantas Holidays Gift Vouchers are available from the Qantas Store. For delivery in Australia only. Valid for 12 months from
the date of issue for travel from Australia only. Store Terms of Use and voucher terms and conditions apply. See qantas.com/store for details. ~Complimentary membership is offered by Qantas Airways Limited ABN 16 009 661 901, and is available
with Qantas Holidays bookings but may be withdrawn at any time. Each application is subject to approval by Qantas. T&Cs apply.
Flying with Qantas Flying with Jetstar
With over 95 years’ experience, Qantas has built a reputation for Jetstar is Australia’s favourite low fares airline flying to
excellence in safety, operational reliability, engineering, maintenance 19 destinations within Australia. Jetstar is 100% owned by the
and customer service. As a founding member of leading airline Qantas Group and famous for always delivering a hassle free
alliance, oneworld™, Qantas gives customers access to almost experience and great low fares.
1,000 destinations worldwide.
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Travel Tips
Surfers
Wet’n’Wild
Paradise
How to Get There School Leavers Celebrations
BY AIR Gold Coast Airport is located at the southern Each year from mid November to mid December, Events & Public Holidays
end of the coast in Coolangatta. Qantas and Jetstar school leavers from Queensland and southern
operate direct flights from most major Capital cities. states head to the Gold Coast for School Leavers April
From Coolangatta it’s 30 minutes north to Surfers Celebrations. During this period, bonds and Bleach Festival 29th Mar-15th Apr
Paradise or 15 minutes south to Kingscliff. conditions may apply to some properties. Check
2018 Gold Coast
Alternatively Brisbane is just a 60 minute drive from with your travel agent at time of booking.
Commonwealth Games 4th-15th
the Gold Coast with direct flights from all major
Australian cities.
Weather Guide
Temperature average
May
FLIGHT DURATION Surfers Paradise Live 4th-6th
FROM / TO GOLD COAST BRISBANE Summer 20ºC to 28ºC
Blues on Broadbeach 17th-20th
Sydney 1 hr 20 mins 1 hr 30 mins
Autumn 16ºC to 25ºC Sanctuary Cove International
Melbourne 2 hrs 2 hrs 10 mins
Adelaide 2 hrs 20 mins 2 hrs 20 mins Winter 12ºC to 21ºC Boat Show 24th-27th
Perth 4 hrs 30 mins 4 hrs 20 mins
Hobart - 2 hrs 35 mins
Spring 15ºC to 25ºC June
Darwin - 3 hrs 40 mins Cooly Rocks On, Coolangatta 6th-10th
The above table shows flight durations for direct flights only. School Holidays 2018-19 Gold Coast Airport
Connecting flights from other destinations are also available.
Times are a guide only and subject to change. Marathon 30th Jun-1st Jul
Queensland 30 Mar – 15 Apr,
BY CAR Take the time to explore as you make your 30 Jun – 15 Jul,
way to Queensland’s Gold Coast. Whether it’s 22 Sep – 7 Oct, July
getting there or getting around we recommend 15 Dec 18 – 28 Jan 19 VIVA Surfers Paradise 13th-22nd
Avis and Budget car hire. See pages 12 and 13 New South Wales 14 – 30 Apr, 7 – 22 Jul, Broadbeach Country Music
for details or ask your travel agent about the great 29 Sep – 14 Oct, Festival27th-29th
specials Avis and Budget have to offer. 22 Dec 18 – 28 Jan 19
Beach Safety Victoria 30 Mar – 15 Apr, August
Queensland has some of the world’s best beaches; 30 Jun – 15 Jul, 22 Sep – 7 Oct, Gold Coast Show 31st Aug-2nd Sep
however care and caution should be exercised at 22 Dec 18 – 30 Jan 19
all times. Please remember to swim between the Australian 14 – 29 Apr, 7 – 22 Jul,
September
red and yellow flags and listen to instructions from Capital Territory 29 Sep – 14 Oct, Swell Sculpture Festival, Currumbin 14th-23rd
lifesavers and lifeguards. 22 Dec 18 – 31 Jan 19
Tasmania 14 – 29 Apr, 7 – 22 Jul, October
29 Sep – 14 Oct, Coolangatta Gold 10th-11th
21 Dec 18 – 5 Feb 19
Gold Coast 600, Surfers Paradise 19th-21st
South Australia 14 – 29 Apr, 7 – 22 Jul,
29 Sep – 14 Oct, November
15 Dec 18 – 28 Jan 19
School Leaver Celebrations 17th Nov-9th Dec
Western Australia 14 – 29 Apr, 30 Jun – 15 Jul,
22 Sep – 7 Oct, January
14 Dec 18 – 3 Feb 19 Burleigh Pro Surfing Competition TBC
Northern Territory 14 – 22 Apr, 30 Jun – 23 Jul, Magic Millions Racing Carnival TBC
29 Sep – 14 Oct,
Burleigh Heads 14 Dec 18 – 27 Jan 19 TBC – Dates for this event were yet to be confirmed at the time of printing.
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TO BRISBANE
55KM FROM COOMERA
CAIRNS
BRISBANE
GOLD COAST
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
MAIN ROAD
ATTRACTION
24KM FROM
SURFERS PARADISE
Dreamworld
WhiteWater World
COOMERA
SANCTUARY COVE
HOPE ISLAND SOUTH
Warner Bros. Movie World STRADBROKE
Australian Outback Spectacular ISLAND
Wet’n’Wild Water World
19KM FROM SURFERS PARADISE
ighway
Gold Coast H
RUNAWAY BAY
ter
BIGGERA WATERS
dwa
Gold Coast Highway
QUEENSLAND
Broa
The
LABRADOR
Sea World
SOUTHPORT
NERANG
MAIN BEACH
ASHMORE
TO TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN 42KM FROM SURFERS PARADISE
SURFERS PARADISE
P a c i fi c H i g h w a y
BROADBEACH
BROADBEACH
WATERS
CLEAR ISLAND
WATERS MERMAID WATERS
MERRIMAC MERMAID BEACH
ROBINA NOBBY BEACH
MIAMI
TO LAMINGTON NATIONAL PARK 52KM FROM SURFERS PARADISE
BURLEIGH HEADS
PALM BEACH
ELANORA
TO SPRINGBROOK 40KM FROM SURFERS PARADISE Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary CURRUMBIN
TUGUN
BILINGA
Distances by road (km) GOLD COAST AIRPORT
KIRRA
NOOSA HEADS
141 BRISBANE
COOLANGATTA
197 57 COOMERA
TWEED HEADS
215 75 26 SOUTHPORT
218 78 29 5 SURFERS PARADISE NEW SOUTH WALES
222 83 33 8 6 BROADBEACH
228 88 38 16 14 10 BURLEIGH HEADS
241 101 52 32 27 21 15 COOLANGATTA
255 115 65 45 42 34 28 15 KINGSCLIFF
246 104 56 45 45 48 53 68 77 LAMINGTON NATIONAL PARK
214 73 31 38 40 41 46 62 70 52 TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN
Distances should be used as a guide only.
KINGSCLIFF
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Top 10 Things To Do
1 Main Beach
1. Beaches
Hit the beach for some fun in the sun. Stroll onto
the golden sand of the iconic Surfers Paradise
Beach or Main Beach. Tallebudgera Creek Inlet
is a great spot to enjoy some family fun. Its soft
golden sand is perfect for making sandcastles
and the crystal clear calm water ideal for the
little ones.
2. Shop In Style
No trip to the Gold Coast is complete without
a spot of retail therapy. Visit Pacific Fair at
Broadbeach for one of Australia’s largest
2 Pacific Fair collections of luxury and iconic global brands.
Enjoy casual and fine dining in the amazing
restaurant and entertainment precincts, all set
in tropical and unique outdoor landscapes.
3. Play Golf Like a Pro
Play a round of golf at one of the championship
courses. Try the Greg Norman designed
Glades Golf Club at Robina, the PGA
Championship course at Royal Pines or the
Links Hope Island. You’ll be playing like a pro
in no time.
4. The Star Gold Coast
3 Golf, Hope Island Live it up with first class entertainment, a wide
range of restaurants and bars and the never
ending excitement of a 24-hour casino. Take in
a stage show, dine in style and swing into party
mode at the Atrium bar. See page 41.
5. Theme Park Fun
Get the best of all ‘worlds’ at Gold Coast’s
top theme parks. Experience Dreamworld’s
Big 9 Thrill Rides. Enjoy an aquatic adventure
at Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast and Dreamworld’s
WhiteWater World. Discover the marine
life at Sea World and enjoy action packed
movie madness at Warner Bros Movie World.
4 The Star Gold Coast 5 Sea World See pages 16, 17.
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6. Tamborine Mountain
For a change of pace, explore Tamborine
Mountain in the Gold Coast Hinterland.
Discover lush rainforest at Cedar Creek Falls.
See cascading waterfalls as you swim in the
rock pools. Browse the stores at the Gallery
Walk or follow the Tamborine Mountain Wine
Trail to enjoy tastings. See page 21.
7. Gold Coast Dining
The dining choices are endless on the Gold
Coast. Enjoy fine dining at Marina Mirage or the
alfresco style of Tedder Avenue Main Beach and
Surf Parade Broadbeach. Head to popular foodie 6 Mt Tamborine 7 The Collective, Palm Beach
precinct Palm Beach to enjoy a food market
experience with flavours from around the world.
8. Ride The Waves
Regarded as one of the top surfing spots in the
world, the Gold Coast boasts epic point breaks.
Ride the waves at Currumbin Alley, Snapper
Rocks or popular surf spot Burleigh Heads.
Hire a stand up paddle board and take to the
sparkling water at Tallebudgera, Budds Beach
and Currumbin Creek Estuary.
9. Surf Club Views
Check out the local scene at the Gold Coast’s surf 8 Elephant Rock, Currumbin
clubs. Enjoy a casual meal while soaking up the
uninterrupted beachfront views at Palm Beach
Surf Life Saving Club. Or grab a drink and take
in a stunning Gold Coast sunset at Currumbin
Vikings Surf Life Saving Club. Perched on the
water’s edge, the views are second-to-none.
10. Cavill Avenue
Stroll under the arched Surfers Paradise sign
and along Cavill Avenue for an iconic Gold Coast
experience. Lined with shops, nightclubs, bars
and restaurants, there’s always something to see.
The avenue also features funky surf art and live
music performances. 9 Currumbin Vikings Surf Life Saving Club 10 Cavill Avenue
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Holiday Packages
HOLIDAY PACKAGES
Surfers Paradise
Planning a holiday to the Gold Coast is easy with our selection of great holiday packages. Created exclusively for you,
these packages feature a choice of accommodation options and local experiences in the most popular locations. If you’re
looking for the best holiday at the best price, our package deals are a fantastic way to discover the Gold Coast.
3 Night Gold Coast Short Break
LID
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From price based on 3 night package, valid 15 Apr – 28 Jun,
2 Jul – 22 Sep, 29 Sep – 18 Oct, 22 Oct – 23 Dec 18, From $ 345 *
HO
11 Jan – 31 Mar 19.
ES
per person twin share
EXCLUSIVELY
FOR YOU
HO
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LID
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G Surfers Paradise ticks all the boxes when it comes to a fun filled short break on
the Gold Coast.
Take to the surf and sand for fun in the sun on the world famous beaches. Ease in
to your break with the many dining options, revel in seven day late night shopping
or be swept away by the spectacular range of after dark entertainment.
The light rail network makes it easy to connect to Broadbeach where you can
experience a truly unique night of entertainment at Dracula’s Cabaret.
Includes:
• 3 nights accommodation in a Standard Hotel room at Alpha Sovereign Hotel
• Dracula’s Cabaret with 3 course dinner and 2 hour live stage show –
A Reserve seat
• Return Trip Shuttle coach transfers from Gold Coast Airport
Note: Superior accommodation option is also available.
3 Night Gold Coast Experience
SAVE UP TO LID
AY PA C KAG
From price based on 3 night package,
valid 28 Apr – 27 Jun, 7 Jul – 20 Sep, 30 Sep – 4 Oct, From $ 455 *
HO
$ 60 ^
ES
22 – 30 Oct, 12 Nov – 23 Dec 18, 13 Jan – 31 Mar 19. per person twin share
EXCLUSIVELY
FOR YOU
HO
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LID
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G The Gold Coast is Australia’s adventure playground where you can have the
ultimate holiday experience.
See the Broadwater from a thrilling jet boat ride with 360 degree spins. Be
amazed by Mt Tamborine on a half day tour, discover this untouched gem that is a
refreshing natural break from the Gold Coast’s amazing beaches and city skyline.
See kangaroos and koalas as you wind through the eucalyptus trees to the
magnificent rainforests of Mt Tamborine National Park.
Includes:
• 3 nights accommodation in a Guest Room at Vibe Hotel Gold Coast
• Return Trip Shuttle coach transfers from Gold Coast Airport
• Half day Mt Tamborine Tour
• 55 minute Jet Boat Adventure Ride
Note: ^ Saving is per room. Superior accommodation option is also available.
10 * The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person per package twin share, unless otherwise specified.
Please refer to page 4 for an explanation of “From” prices and ask your travel agent for our best price.Holiday Packages
HOLIDAY PACKAGES
3 Night Sea World Resort VIP Package
SAVE UP TO
From price based on 2 adults and
2 children 3 to 13 years on 3 night
package, valid Sun to Thu, selected
From $ 259 *
$ 55 ^ dates apply.†
per person quad share
Stay at Australia’s only theme park resort and
experience the family holiday of a lifetime. With
modern resort rooms and dining options available,
as well as a relaxing lagoon-style pool, Sea World
Resort has everything you need under the one roof.
Let the kids roam free with an aquatic adventure
playground and fun-filled Kids Club. Sea World
Resort offers family friendly service, all with the Gold
Coast beaches and famous theme parks on your
doorstep. Plus, with direct monorail access to Sea
World, be sure to check out the new Seal Guardians
presentation, or let the kids soak up the sunshine at
Castaway Reef, an interactive splash zone specially
designed for the little ones.
Plus, Warner Bros. Movie World, Wet’n’Wild Gold
Coast and Paradise Country are only a short trip
north of the resort, so you can meet your favourite
stars and super heroes, get up close and personal
to Australian wildlife, or cool off on a host of world
class waterslides.
Includes:
• 3 nights accommodation in a Resort Double Room
at Sea World Resort
• VIP Pass: Unlimited entry to Warner Bros. Movie
World, Sea World, Wet’n’Wild and Paradise
Country.
Note: † Valid 30 Apr – 6 May, 23 May – 29 Jun, 22 Jul –
5 Aug, 9 – 22 Aug, 25 Aug – 21 Sep, 14 Oct – 14 Dec 18,
29 Jan – 31 Mar 19. Surcharge applies for Fri – Sat night
stays. Refer to page 25 for more details on this property.
^ Saving is per room.
3 Night The Star Gold Coast Escape
SAVE UP TO
From price based on 3 night package,
valid 18 Apr – 24 Dec 18, From $ 549 *
$ 245 ^
6 Jan – 31 Mar 19. per person twin share
The Star is one of the Gold Coast’s favourite
playgrounds, combining the luxury of an international
resort and the excitement of world class leisure
facilities.
Located in the heart of the Gold Coast and set in the
lush surrounds of Broadbeach Island, The Star is only
a short stroll to some of the world’s best beaches.
The premier Gold Coast shopping centre Pacific Fair
and the cosmopolitan hub of Broadbeach with its
thriving restaurant culture, designer boutiques and
Oasis Shopping Centre are also close by.
Stay in style at The Star and relax poolside or enjoy
the first class entertainment on offer including an
array of restaurants, bars and live entertainment,
along with the never ending excitement of the casino.
Includes:
• 3 nights accommodation in a Superior Deluxe
Room at The Star Gold Coast
• 2 in-house movies per day
• Free Wi-Fi
• Free self parking
Note: Refer to page 41 for more details on this property.
^ Saving is per room.
BONUS: FREE buffet breakfast for 2 adults daily.
FREE $50 food and beverage credit per stay.
* The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person per package twin share, unless otherwise specified.
Please refer to page 4 for an explanation of “From” prices and ask your travel agent for our best price.
11Car Hire
EXPLORING THE GOLD COAST
Avis
Why not add Avis to your travel plans and make the most of your holiday by enjoying
the flexibility and convenience that an Avis car rental provides.
Situated at all major airport and city locations and offering a wide range of late model
vehicles to choose from, all at great rates, renting with Avis is sure to make your
holiday escape more enjoyable. All Avis vehicles are air-conditioned and come with Group A – Holden Barina (or similar) Group B – Hyundai i20 (or similar)
24 hour roadside assistance. Plus you get unlimited kilometres in Metropolitan and • Auto/manual • 5 door hatch • Auto • 5 door hatch
Country areas as well as free maps to help you find your destination. • 4 cylinder • USB • Tilt wheel • 4 cylinder • AUX/USB
Includes:
• Loss Damage Waiver • Administration Fee • Vehicle Registration Fee • GST
• Concession Recovery Fee/Premium Location Surcharge
• Excess Reduction (Zero Excess option)
• All vehicles include: air-conditioning, ABS, dual airbags and CD/MP3
Car rentals commencing in Metropolitan and Country locations include unlimited
kilometres. Rentals commencing in Remote locations include 100 kilometres per day
with excess kilometres charged at 27.5c per kilometre. Group C – Toyota Corolla (or similar) Group D – Nissan Pulsar (or similar)
• Auto • 5 door hatch • 4 cylinder • Auto • 4 door sedan • 4 cylinder
Does Not Include: • USB • Tilt wheel • AUX/USB • Cruise control
• Excess Reduction • Fuel • One way rental fees • Tolls
A number of motorways and city link roads in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane have
electronic tolls only. You must provide a credit card or debit card at rental commencement
to enable the Roads and Maritime Services or the applicable Government authority to
directly charge the toll fees. A credit card is required for the payment of tolls.
Excess:
An Excess of $4,400 applies to drivers of all vehicles, with the exception of Group W,
which has an Excess of $5,500. Optional Excess Reduction can be purchased direct
for an additional fee of $27.50 per day, or $33 per day for Group W. This fee reduces Group E – Toyota Camry (or similar) Group H – Toyota Kluger (or similar)
the Excess to $605, or $1,100 for Group W. Or select the Zero Excess option to • Auto • 4 door sedan • 4/6 cylinder • Auto • 5 door • 4/6 cylinder • USB
reduce the excess to zero. • USB • Tilt wheel • Cruise control • Bluetooth • Tilt wheel • Power steering
Conditions:
All prices are based on a 24 hour rental period (e.g. pick-up 9am the first day; drop off
9am the next day). Any time over the 24 hour period will incur an additional charge.
The minimum age for drivers of vehicle groups A, B, C and D is 21 years. Drivers aged
21 to 24 years inclusive are required to pay a $27.50 per day surcharge, which is
payable directly to Avis at the time of rental. For all other vehicle groups, the minimum
age for drivers is 25 years. Drivers must hold an open licence and have held that Group P – Holden SV6 Sports Sedan
(or similar)
licence for at least 12 months.
Group K – Nissan X-Trail (or similar) • Auto • 4 door sedan • 6 cylinder
Vehicles in particular groups are subject to availability and may vary by location. • Auto • 5 door • 4/6 cylinder • USB • AUX/USB • Tilt wheel • Power steering
A similar vehicle to those pictured may be substituted. Not all vehicle types are • Bluetooth • Tilt wheel • Power steering • Cruise control • Traction control
available at all locations.
All rentals are subject to a deposit at the time of vehicle collection to cover
miscellaneous/optional charges e.g. child seats, petrol. A credit or debit card is
required. Avis accepts all major credit cards. Debit cards will be accepted if they
meet the following requirements: Be issued by a recognised bank, Display the Visa
or Master Card logo and hologram, Display the Cardholder Name and Display the
Card Number. Prepaid and Reloadable Debit Cards as well as Travel Cards and
EFTPOS cards will not be accepted. Cash deposits will be considered upon request.
Note: From price based on per vehicle per day valid 1 Apr – 30 Nov 18. Airport Inclusive prices are Group S – Mitsubishi ASX (or similar) Group W – Mitsubishi Pajero (or similar)
valid for collection of vehicles from airports. Not all vehicle types are available at all locations. • Auto • 5 door • 4/6 cylinder • USB • Auto • 5 door • 4WD • 4/6 cylinder
Check with your travel agent at time of booking. • Bluetooth • Tilt wheel • Power steering • AUX/USB • Tilt wheel • Power steering
Overnight Bag Medium Suitcase Large Suitcase
PRICE PER VEHICLE PER DAY FROM STANDARD AIRPORT INCLUSIVE
BASIC EXCESS ZERO EXCESS BASIC EXCESS ZERO EXCESS
1-3 4-6 7+ 1-3 4-6 7+ 1-3 4-6 7+ 1-3 4-6 7+
GROUP VEHICLE TYPE
DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS
A Holden Barina $54 $49 $46 $80 $75 $72 $67 $62 $57 $93 $87 $83
B Hyundai i20 $60 $56 $53 $86 $82 $78 $76 $70 $66 $101 $96 $92
C Toyota Corolla $65 $61 $57 $91 $87 $82 $81 $76 $71 $107 $102 $97
D Nissan Pulsar $68 $61 $59 $94 $87 $85 $85 $76 $74 $111 $102 $100
S Mitsubishi ASX $70 $62 $61 $96 $88 $87 $87 $78 $76 $113 $104 $102
E Toyota Camry $73 $65 $62 $98 $91 $88 $91 $82 $78 $117 $107 $104
P Holden SV6 Sports Sedan $85 $76 $73 $110 $101 $98 $106 $95 $91 $132 $120 $117
K Nissan X-Trail $85 $82 $77 $111 $108 $103 $106 $102 $96 $132 $128 $122
H Toyota Kluger $101 $98 $93 $151 $148 $143 $126 $123 $117 $176 $173 $167
W Mitsubishi Pajero $128 $115 $110 $178 $165 $160 $160 $143 $138 $210 $193 $188
12 The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Prices are in Australian Dollars and are per vehicle per day, unless otherwise specified.
Please refer to page 4 for an explanation of “From” prices and ask your travel agent for our best price.Car Hire
EXPLORING THE GOLD COAST
Budget
Budget Rent a Car is renowned for meticulously maintained vehicles and quality
service. Offering a wide range of cars, 4WDs and minivans Budget has the right
vehicle choice for your holiday needs.
Budget’s car hire fleet is constantly being updated to ensure you enjoy the best in
comfort and safety in late model vehicles and at competitive prices. Driving is one
of the best ways to see the sights of Australia, and Budget offers customers the Group A – Holden Spark (or similar) Group B – Hyundai Accent (or similar)
convenience of having locations at airports and cities Australia wide so you are never • Auto/manual • 5 door hatch • Auto • 5 door hatch
far from a pick up point or friendly service. • 4 cylinder • Tilt wheel • 4 cylinder • Tilt wheel
Includes:
• Loss Damage Waiver • Administration Fee • Vehicle Registration Fee • GST
• Concession Recovery Fee/Premium Location Surcharge
• Excess Reduction (Zero Excess option)
• All vehicles include: air-conditioning, ABS, dual airbags and CD/MP3
Car rentals commencing in Metropolitan and Country locations include unlimited
kilometres. Rentals commencing in Remote locations include 100 kilometres per day
with excess kilometres charged at 27.5c per kilometre. Group C – Hyundai i30 (or similar) Group D – Hyundai Elantra (or similar)
• Auto • 5 door hatch • 4 cylinder • Auto • 4 door sedan • 4 cylinder
Does Not Include: • Bluetooth • AUX/USB • Bluetooth • Cruise control
• Excess Reduction • Fuel • One way rental fees • Tolls
A number of motorways and city link roads in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane have
electronic tolls only. You must provide a credit card or debit card at rental commencement
to enable the Roads and Maritime Services or the applicable Government authority to
directly charge the toll fees. A credit card is required for the payment of tolls.
Excess:
An Excess of $4,400 applies to drivers of all vehicles, with the exception of Groups
H and W, which have an Excess of $5,500. Optional Excess Reduction can be Group E – Toyota Camry (or similar) Group H – Toyota Kluger (or similar)
purchased direct for an additional fee of $27.50 per day, or $33 per day for Groups H • Auto • 4 door sedan • 4/6 cylinder • Auto • 5 door • 4WD • 4 cylinder
and W. This fee reduces the Excess to $605, or $1,100 for Groups H and W. Or select • Bluetooth • Tilt wheel • Cruise control • Bluetooth • Power steering
the Zero Excess option to reduce the excess to zero. • Central locking • Central locking
Conditions:
All prices are based on a 24 hour rental period (e.g. pick-up 9am the first day; drop off
9am the next day). Any time over the 24 hour period will incur an additional charge.
The minimum age for drivers of vehicle groups A, B and C is 21 years. Drivers aged
21 to 24 years inclusive are required to pay a daily surcharge, which is payable to
Budget at time of rental. For all other vehicle groups, the minimum age for drivers is
25 years. Drivers must hold an open licence and have held that licence for at least
12 months. Group K – Toyota RAV4 (or similar) Group P – Holden SV6 Sports Sedan
• Auto • 5 door • AWD • 4 cylinder (or similar)
Vehicles in particular groups are subject to availability and may vary by location. A • Bluetooth • Tilt wheel • Power steering • Auto • 4 door sedan • 4/6 cylinder
similar vehicle to those pictured may be substituted. Not all vehicle types are available • Central locking • Bluetooth • Traction control
at all locations.
All rentals are subject to a deposit at the time of vehicle collection to cover
miscellaneous/optional charges e.g. child seats, petrol. A credit or debit card is
required. Budget accepts all major credit cards. Debit cards will be accepted if they
meet the following requirements: Be issued by a recognised bank, Display the Visa or
Master Card logo and hologram, Display the Cardholder Name and Display the Card
Number. Prepaid and Reloadable Debit Cards as well as Travel Cards and EFTPOS
cards will not be accepted. Cash deposits will be considered upon request.
Group S – Mitsubishi ASX (or similar)
Note: From price based on per vehicle per day valid 1 Apr – 30 Nov 18. Airport Inclusive prices are • Auto • 5 door wagon • AWD Group W – Holden Colorado (or similar)
valid for collection of vehicles from airports. Not all vehicle types are available at all locations. • 4/6 cylinder • Bluetooth • Tilt wheel • Auto • 5 door • 4WD
Check with your travel agent at time of booking. • Power Steering • 4/6 cylinder • Bluetooth • Central locking
Overnight Bag Medium Suitcase Large Suitcase
PRICE PER VEHICLE PER DAY FROM STANDARD AIRPORT INCLUSIVE
BASIC EXCESS ZERO EXCESS BASIC EXCESS ZERO EXCESS
1-3 4-6 7+ 1-3 4-6 7+ 1-3 4-6 7+ 1-3 4-6 7+
GROUP VEHICLE TYPE
DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS
A Holden Spark $46 $42 $39 $66 $62 $59 $58 $53 $49 $78 $73 $69
B Hyundai Accent $52 $48 $45 $72 $68 $65 $65 $60 $56 $85 $80 $76
C Hyundai i30 $56 $52 $49 $76 $72 $69 $70 $65 $61 $90 $85 $81
D Hyundai Elantra $58 $52 $51 $78 $72 $71 $73 $65 $63 $93 $85 $83
S Mitsubishi ASX $60 $54 $52 $80 $74 $72 $75 $67 $65 $95 $126 $126
E Toyota Camry $62 $56 $53 $82 $76 $73 $78 $70 $67 $98 $90 $87
P Holden SV6 Sports Sedan $72 $65 $62 $92 $85 $82 $90 $81 $78 $110 $101 $98
K Toyota RAV4 $72 $70 $66 $92 $90 $86 $90 $87 $82 $110 $107 $102
H Toyota Kluger $89 $85 $81 $134 $132 $127 $109 $106 $101 $156 $153 $148
W Holden Colorado $108 $97 $93 $155 $144 $140 $136 $121 $117 $182 $168 $163
The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Prices are in Australian Dollars and are per vehicle per day, unless otherwise specified.
Please refer to page 4 for an explanation of “From” prices and ask your travel agent for our best price.
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EXPLORING THE GOLD COAST
Trip Shuttle Airport Transfers
Venture into the Gold Coast’s endless playground for some serious fun. Whether
it’s an exhilarating swim at one of the many golden surf beaches, an energising
hike through the Hinterland, an action packed day at some of the world’s best
theme parks or simply enjoying the entertainment, the Gold Coast is famous for
fun! There is no better way to start your holiday than with a hassle free door to
door airport transfer.
Trip Shuttle Airport Transfers provide a personalised and professional shared
coach shuttle service between Gold Coast Airport and accommodation properties
located between Coolangatta and Coomera, north of Surfers Paradise. The
friendly driver will meet you at the Transit Centre sign at the northern end of the
terminal, once you’ve collected your bags and you will be escorted to your Gold
Coast accommodation. This really is the perfect way to start your holiday with a
hassle free service operating seven days a week for all pre-booked customers
arriving into Gold Coast Airport. Sit back, relax and be transferred in air-
conditioned comfort.
Includes:
• Transfer to all accommodation properties between Gold Coast Airport
and Coomera
• Meets all pre-booked passengers arriving at Gold Coast Airport, 7 days a week
• Smaller coaches designed to access most accommodation driveways, ensuring
you receive personalised door to door service
• Maximum 21 passengers means fewer drop-offs along the way
• Personalised friendly service
Operator: Trip Shuttle Airport Transfers
Note: Price based on per person from Gold Coast Airport, one way. Family prices also available.
EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU
Trip Shuttle Airport Transfers are exclusive to our customers.
PRICE: ADULT CHILD 1-13 YRS
Broadbeach $25 $15
Surfers Paradise $25 $15
Southport/Labrador $30 $19
Biggera Waters $36 $27
Limousine Transfers
With a history of excellence in chauffeured limousines, Royale Limousines is the
ultimate in luxury and style. Whether you are travelling for business or pleasure,
you are always guaranteed first class service.
At Royale Limousines the primary concern for all staff, from chauffeurs and coach
drivers right through to office and reservations staff, is to ensure that you are
not only well looked after, but treated to an experience that exceeds even your
best expectations.
The Royale Limousines fleet is made up of luxury vehicles including BMW,
Mercedes-Benz, Holden Caprice and Lexus Sedans. Larger groups and tours can
be catered for with seven seater mini-buses through to 54 seater luxury coaches,
available on request.
This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are no hidden
charges for toll ways and traffic jams with Royale Limousines, making your
experience stress free for the entire journey.
Arriving in style to your destination will make your holiday a truly memorable one.
Includes:
• Professional, uniformed chauffeur service
• Children catered for
• All size vehicles available
People Mover Operator: Royale Limousines
Note: Price based on per vehicle one way.
PRICE FROM SEDAN PREMIUM SEDAN PEOPLE MOVER
GOLD COAST AIRPORT TO: 2 PASSENGER 2 PASSENGER 3-4 PASSENGER
Coolangatta $106 $127 $149
Sanctuary Cove $171 $206 $240
Surfers Paradise $106 $127 $149
PRICE FROM SEDAN PREMIUM SEDAN PEOPLE MOVER
BRISBANE AIRPORT TO: 2 PASSENGER 2 PASSENGER 3-4 PASSENGER
Coolangatta $371 $446 $520
Sanctuary Cove $286 $343 $400
Premium Sedan Surfers Paradise $321 $386 $450
14 The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person, unless otherwise specified.
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EXPLORING THE GOLD COAST
Brisbane Airport Transfers
Airport Con-x-ion provides the most frequent and
direct door to door share ride transfers to and from
accommodation houses located between Sanctuary
Cove and Coolangatta from Brisbane Airport.
Conveniently located in the Domestic and
International terminals, the friendly Con-x-ion staff
will direct you to your bus so you can sit back, relax
and let Con-x-ion transfer you in comfort.
Con-x-ion provides hourly services from Brisbane
Airport. Services operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week.
Operator: Airport Con-x-ion Australia
Note: Price based on per person from Brisbane Airports,
one way. Family prices also available.
Theme Park Transfers
Don’t miss the opportunity for a fun filled day out for
you or your family by booking your Con-x-ion theme
park transfer today. Con-x-ion provides door to
door return transfers from accommodation between
Coolangatta and Runaway Bay to the leading theme
parks on the Gold Coast. You can enjoy the day at
the theme parks and let the experts take care of
getting you there.
Operator: Airport Con-x-ion Australia
Note: Price based on per person, return. Family prices
also available.
PRICE: ADULT CHILD 1-13 YRS PRICE: ADULT CHILD 1-13 YRS
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary $22 $11 Sanctuary Cove to
$54 $28
Dreamworld/ Coolangatta
$22 $11
White Water World
Harbour Town $22 $11 Tweed Heads $72 $50
Movie World $22 $11
Sea World $16 $8
Wet’n’Wild Water World $22 $11
Trip Shuttle Free & Easy Pass Roo Pass
GOLD COAST AIRPORT + THEME PARKS + SHOPPING SHUTTLE BRISBANE AIRPORT + THEME PARKS + SHOPPING SHUTTLE
Explore the Gold Coast the free and easy way with the Trip Shuttle Free & Easy Discover the Gold Coast with a Roo pass. The pass includes return Brisbane
Pass. The pass includes return Gold Coast Airport transfers, theme park transfers Airport transfers, theme park transfers and use of the scheduled Airport Con-x-ion
and use of the Airport Con-x-ion Shopping Shuttle to Harbour Town. Shopping Shuttle to Harbour Town.
Simply choose the Free & Easy Pass which best suits your needs – 3, 5, 7, 10 or Choose from 3, 5, 7, 10, and 14 day passes. The Roo Pass is available to
14 days. accommodation properties located between Labrador and Burleigh Heads and
gives you choice, flexibility and savings.
Includes:
• Return transfers to all accommodation between Gold Coast Airport and Coomera Includes:
• Scheduled transfers from your accommodation to the major theme parks • Return coach transfer from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast accommodation
• Use of the scheduled Airport Con-x-ion Shopping Shuttle service • Scheduled transfers with Airport Con-x-ion from your accommodation to the
major theme parks
Operator: Trip Shuttle Airport Transfers
• Use of the scheduled Airport Con-x-ion Shopping Shuttle service
Note: 7, 10 and 14 Day Passes and family prices also available.
Operator: Airport Con-x-ion Australia
Note: 7, 10 and 14 Day Passes and family prices also available.
EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU
Trip Shuttle Free & Easy Pass is exclusive to our customers.
PRICE: ADULT CHILD 1-13 YRS PRICE: ADULT CHILD 1-13 YRS
3 Day Pass $82 $39 3 Day Pass $143 $72
5 Day Pass $108 $55 5 Day Pass $169 $82
The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person, unless otherwise specified.
Please refer to page 4 for an explanation of “From” prices and ask your travel agent for our best price.
15Theme Parks
THEME PARKS
Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World, Wet‘n’Wild
Gold Coast & Paradise Country
Make your next holiday full of fun, thrills and adventures at the Gold Coast’s
biggest and best Theme Parks. With over 95 rides, shows, animal experiences
and attractions across four theme parks, there’s something for everyone at Warner
Bros. Movie World, Sea World, Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast and Paradise Country.
Become lost in a world of fantasy and fun, meet your favourite stars and super-
heroes and experience the exhilaration of world class rides at Warner Bros. Movie
World. Plus, don’t miss the new DC Rivals HyperCoaster, the longest, tallest and
fastest HyperCoaster in the southern hemisphere!
Get below the surface and discover a whole new world of fun and adventure at
Sea World. Get up close and personal with dolphins, penguins, polar bears and
so much more! With a brand new line-up of new experiences including Castaway
Reef Splash Zone, Seal Guardians Presentation and Sea Jellies Illuminated, Sea
World is bigger and better than ever.
Dive into a splashtacular day out at Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast, the biggest water park
in town, where summer is endless and so is the fun. With a world class line-up of
pools and slides for the young and young at heart.
Plus, you can’t go past Paradise Country, the Gold Coast’s hidden gem. Visit the
baby animal nursery, cuddle a koala, feed the kangaroos and see Aussie traditions
like sheep shearing and damper making in amazing live shows.
For your best holiday ever, the Gold Coast’s favourite Theme Parks have turned on
endless days of fun! Choose from a two, seven or 14 day pass to best suit your
holiday plans.
Includes:
• 2 Day Ticket: entry to Warner Bros. Movie World and Sea World
• Village Super Pass: 7 days unlimited entry to Warner Bros. Movie World,
Sea World and Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast
• Village Mega Pass: 14 days unlimited entry to Warner Bros. Movie World,
Sea World, Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast and Paradise Country
Operator: Village Roadshow Theme Parks
Open: 10am – 5pm daily except Christmas Day and Anzac Day
PRICE: ADULT CHILD 3-12 YRS
2 Day Ticket $119 $119
7 Day Village Super Pass $149 $149
14 Day Village Mega Pass $179 $179
Australian Outback Spectacular Paradise Country
Saddle up for a remarkable journey as some of Australia’s most stirring true Welcome to Paradise Country, the only authentic Australian bush culture and farm
stories are told in one of the most iconic Gold Coast entertainment venues, experience on the Gold Coast.
the Australian Outback Spectacular. Be dazzled by amazing animal stars, Feed the friendly kangaroos, visit Koala Village and have your photo taken with
death defying stunts and stunning aerial performances and get involved as a cuddly koala or see the skills of the master shearers in the Sheep Shearing
the stockmen and women from rival stations test their mateship and go head Show. The kids will love the animal nursery with gorgeous baby lambs, piglets and
to head in some true blue Aussie challenges. With a delicious three course calves. Feel the excitement of being on a real farm as you watch Stockmen and
dinner and drinks plus more drama, action, humour and excitement than ever their dogs round up a flock of sheep.
before, Australia’s favourite dinner and show is more than a night out – it’s an
experience steeped in courage, tradition and daring Australian spirit and an Chase the thrill of uncovering your very own opal in ‘Clancy’s Opal Mine’. Try your
event you will remember for ever! luck fossicking for gold, silver and other precious gem stones at Paradise Country
Gold Fossicking.
Includes: Once you’ve worked up an appetite, sample a feast of country tucker in the
• 90 minute show • 3 course barbecue dinner farmhouse restaurant or tuck into a delicious buffet barbeque lunch.
• Selected beverages throughout the show • Stockman’s hat
Includes:
Operator: Australian Outback Spectacular
• Admission to Paradise Country
Operates: Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
• Barbecue lunch
Commences: 6:30pm with pre-show entertainment
Concludes: 9:30pm Operator: Village Roadshow Theme Parks
Open: 9:30am – 4:30pm daily except Christmas Day and Anzac Day
PRICE: TUE, WED, FRI SAT PRICE:
Adult $100 $110 Adult $39
Concession $90 $100 Concession $29
Child 3-13 years $70 $80 Child 3-13 years $29
16 The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person, unless otherwise specified.
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THEME PARKS
Dreamworld, WhiteWater World
& SkyPoint Tickets
Make it a holiday to remember at Dreamworld,
WhiteWater World and SkyPoint Observation Deck.
Dreamworld & WhiteWater World:
Let your imagination run wild, only at Dreamworld!
Home to more than 40 rides, waterslides and
attractions including Tiger Island, DreamWorks
Experience, ABCKIDS World, Dreamworld
Corroboree and wildlife precinct, PLUS WhiteWater
World, Dreamworld is Australia’s biggest theme park
with something for the whole family.
Dreamworld:
Open: 10am – 5pm daily except Christmas Day
and Anzac Day (seasonal variations)
WhiteWater World:
Open: 10am – 4pm daily except Christmas Day
and Anzac Day (seasonal variations)
SkyPoint Observation Deck:
SkyPoint is Australia’s only beachside observation
deck rising 230 metres into the sky. Located on level
77 of the iconic Q1 building in Surfers Paradise,
SkyPoint offers 360 degree views of the glistening
coastline and beyond day and night.
Open: 7:30am – 9pm (Sun to Thu),
7:30am – late (Fri, Sat)
Except Christmas Day, special events,
deck closures.
Other opening hours apply for Anzac Day,
New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day
Note: 1 day ticket includes entry to Dreamworld and WhiteWater
World. 3 and 7 day tickets include entry to Dreamworld,
WhiteWater World and SkyPoint Observation Deck.
PRICE: ADULT CHILD 3-13 YRS
1 Day Ticket $95 $85
3 Day Ticket $99 $89
7 Day Ticket $105 $95
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary includes amazing
wildlife encounters and shows. Discover the Wild
Island Adventure Playground, Currumbin Wildlife
Hospital precinct and the Southern Hemisphere’s
largest multi-species enclosure, featuring lemurs,
red pandas and so much more.
Explore the rainforest of Lost Valley. With over 1,000
native animals and now also international animals,
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has so much to offer.
Cuddle a koala, experience wild lorikeet feeding,
have a close encounter with the wonderful wildlife or
simply relax and watch one of many amazing shows
including the incredible Free Flight Bird Show.
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a not-for-profit
organisation and Currumbin Wildlife Hospital is a
free service to the community. Currumbin Wildlife
Sanctuary is a holiday must-do!
Includes:
• Admission to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
• Animal Encounters available at an extra charge:
¡¡Koala Cuddle & Photo ¡ Koala Experience
¡¡Croc Feeding ¡ Dingo Experience
¡¡Dingo Walk Experience ¡ Echidna Experience
¡¡Possum Experience ¡ Bird Training Experience
¡¡Behind the Scenes
Operator: Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Open: 8am – 5pm daily except Christmas Day
and Anzac Day
Note: Family prices also available.
PRICE:
Adult $50
Concession $40
Child 4-14 years $40
The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person, unless otherwise specified.
Please refer to page 4 for an explanation of “From” prices and ask your travel agent for our best price.
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SIGHTSEEING
Gold Coast Attraction Pass Ripley’s Believe it or Not! Infinity Attraction
Save up to 40% on the Gold Coast’s top attractions
and things to do with an iVenture Card attractions
Odditorium Surfers Paradise Challenge your senses and ignite your imagination.
Infinity is a unique and mind blowing journey into
pass. Choose which attractions you want to visit Located in Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise Ripley’s spectacular, futuristic maze-like worlds of wonder.
with over 30 to choose from for a single price. It Believe It or Not! Odditorium offers 15 galleries
of unbelievable artifacts and interactive exhibits. Infinity is an extraordinary series of around 20 multi-
is the ideal travel companion for visitors, offering sensual environments filled with unique special
great value with incredible savings and unbeatable Discover more than 400 genuine artifacts, amazing
stories of history and adventure, mystery, incredible effects, atmospheric sound fields, ultra groovy music
convenience with a cashless smartcard for entry. and amazing, spectacular illusions that appear to go
Choose from a 5 or 7 Flexi Ticket pass and pick and illusions, fun interactive games and life-size figurines
of unusual characters who actually lived. The newest all the way to infinity.
choose the attractions you want to see.
attraction LaseRace, will test your speed and agility! An exciting, hilarious, interactive experience with
Includes: Operator: Ripley’s Believe it or Not! Odditorium unforgettable impact, it will invoke a broad range of
• 5 or 7 Flexi Ticket Attraction Pass emotions as you journey through each of its worlds.
Open: 9am – 10pm daily
• Savings up to 40% and free admission to Other opening hours apply for Anzac Day Infinity is great family entertainment and fun for
top attractions including Currumbin Wildlife and New Year’s Eve. all ages.
Sanctuary, Paradise Jet Boating, Southern Cross
4WD tours, Aqua Duck Safaris, Infinity, Wyndham Note: Concession prices also available. Operator: Infinity
Cruises, Gold Coast Watersports and Get Wet Surf Duration: 30 minutes
• Attractions guide with maps Open: 10am – 10pm daily except Christmas Day
(Anzac Day: 1pm – 10pm)
Operator: iVenture Card Australia
Note: Family and concession prices also available.
PRICE: ADULT CHILD 4-15 YRS PRICE: PRICE:
5 Ticket Flexi Pass $195 $155 Adult $27 Adult $27
7 Ticket Flexi Pass $270 $200 Child 5-12 years $17 Child 4-13 years $18
Trick Pic Attraction Dracula’s Cabaret
The new Trick Pic brings to life all your Australian Be thrilled with excitement! Scream with fear! Dare
experiences in one amazing visit. The unique walk- to enter via Dracula’s Ghost Train ride into the
through attraction set over five themed floors, Theatre of the vampire and submerge yourself into
features 3D displays that you can interact with. the sultry atmosphere, enjoy a three course dinner
Capture yourself on video or ‘live’ photos in mind served by equally delicious vampire waiters while
blowing scenes. Pose with a koala, be wrapped the LIVE band howls. The show features fast-paced
by a python or visit the Sydney Harbour Bridge, all vampire vaudeville punctuated by sassy burlesque,
without leaving the Gold Coast. circus aerial acts, amazing special FX, LIVE rock
and flying DJ. There is nowhere in the world quite
It’s the must-do fun experience for the whole family. like Dracula’s.
Operator: Newman Entertainment – Trick Pic Includes:
Attraction
• 2 hour live stage show spectacular
Open: 11am – 10pm daily except Christmas Day
• 3 course dinner
Operator: Dracula’s Cabaret Restaurant
Duration: 4 hours
Commences: Daily at 6:30pm
Note: Not suitable for children under 18 years. Fri – Sun prices
apply for public holidays.
PRICE: PRICE: TUE-THU FRI-SUN
Adult $25 A Reserve $115 $130
Child 10-17 years $19 B Reserve $95 $105
18 The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person, unless otherwise specified.
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See the magnificent Humpback whales breach. Ocean Jet Boating is the new generation of jet boat Experience an adrenaline pumping jet boat ride
Hear their great tail slap the water. Marvel at their experience where you’re strapped in to a Formula 1 along the Gold Coast Broadwater. Enjoy an adrenalin
playfulness. Have your camera’s ready as frolicking harnessed seat. Experience spins and wave racing rush as you reach speeds of over 80 kilometres per
dolphins, giant sea turtles, migratory shore birds and in the open ocean at speeds of 90 kilometres per hour and experience 360 degree spins, fish tails and
Killer whales also frequent these waters. hour. All while enjoying the open ocean view to thrilling action.
Surfers Paradise and South Stradbroke Island, this
Includes: ultimate heart pounding jet boat ride is the only one Includes:
• Guaranteed whale sightings and railside position of its kind on the Gold Coast. • 55 minute jet boat ride
• Water level viewing decks with 360 degree views • Use of spray jacket
Includes:
Operator: Whales in Paradise • 45 minute jet boat ocean thrill ride Operator: Jet Boat Extreme
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes Duration: 1 hour
Operator: Ocean Jet Boating
Departs: Daily (Jun – Oct) from river end of Cavill Departs: Daily from Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Avenue, Surfers Paradise at 8:30am, Duration: 45 minutes Earlybird: 10am, 11am (Apr – Mar),
10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm Departs: Daily from Marina Mirage, Main Beach at 9am (Nov – Apr)
11am and 2pm. Other times on demand Jet Boat: 12pm, 2pm, 3pm (Apr – Mar),
Note: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Family prices
also available. Note: Not suitable for children under 8 years. 4pm (Nov – Apr)
Note: Not suitable for children under 5 years.
PRICE: PRICE: PRICE: EARLYBIRD JET BOAT
Adult $99 Adult $79 Adult $63 $68
Child 3-14 years $69 Child 9-16 years $64 Child 5-14 years $47 $50
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Magical wild dolphin spotting and amazing
waterfront mansion viewing at Sovereign Island
are part of this great experience. Along with a
unique combination of spins, drifting, slides and
other exciting manoeuvres through the beautiful
waterways.
Also on offer is the unique “Jetcam” onboard filming
system. Take your ride home on USB (extra charge),
Jet Ski & Tandem Parasailing show your friends and re-live your adventure!
With Jet Boat Adventure Ride suitable for children
This awesome package combines jet ski hire with a
from only four years old, this is a ‘must-do’ activity
tandem parasail for two. Enjoy the adrenalin rush on
for the whole family.
a high speed jet ski. Then jump on board a specially
designed parasail boat. Take to the open sky and Includes:
soar like an eagle as the clear blue waters flow • 55 minute jet boat ride
100 metres beneath your feet!
• Return ‘SuperJeep’ transfers from
Includes: Surfers Paradise accommodation
• 30 minute jet ski hire Operator: Paradise Jet Boating
• 10 minute tandem parasail Duration: 55 minutes
• Speedboat ride Departs: Daily from Mariners Cove Marina, Main
• Safety briefing and equipment Beach, hourly between 9am and 4pm
Operator: Gold Coast Watersports Note: Not suitable for children under 4 years. Earlybird Premium
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Adventure Ride is available on 9am and 10am departures.
Family prices also available. Free car parking available.
Departs: Daily from Sea World Resort, Sea World
Drive, Main Beach, 9am – 4pm
on demand
Note: Not suitable for children under 8 years, Minimum age to
drive a jetski is 16 years.
PRICE: PRICE: EARLYBIRD PREMIUM
Adult twin share $115 Adult $64 $70
Child 4-14 years $48 $52
The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person, unless otherwise specified.
Please refer to page 4 for an explanation of “From” prices and ask your travel agent for our best price.
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