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Our Real Time on-line Booking Facility allows you to interact directly with our reservation system so you can book a room online and confirm it with credit card details straight from the website and simply show up on the dates booked, all without actually having to speak with Surfers Beachside reception.

This facility is Free to use and at times substantially better prices can be achieved as the is no need for interaction with our reception staff.

Australia's family entertainment capital, the Gold Coast offers all the thrills, spills and excitement you can take in one lifetime. Hang on for the ride.
A huge array of award-winning attractions attracts international and Australian visitors year-round. The Gold Coast is Australia's theme park capital. Here's just a sample of what you can experience.
Dreamworld is home to wild rides and Australia's 'Big Brother' television series. See Bengal Tiger cubs at Tiger Island or venture into the Australian Wildlife Experience. For heart-thumping action take the tallest high-speed gravity roller coaster in the southern hemisphere.

The Gold Coast has many world class shopping centers, a huge array of restaurants, casino, theme parks and a vast range of events like the Honda Indy 300, Gold Coast Marathon, Australian Surf Life Saving Championships just to name a few.
So if your looking at going on a fishing vacation why not come to the Gold Coast. We have excellent reef and game fishing grounds and you can fish your heart out during the day on group/share or charter the boat yourself privately and also enjoy what the holiday capital of Australia has to offer for the rest of your stay.
Dreamworld is home to wild rides and Australia's 'Big Brother' television series. See Bengal Tiger cubs at Tiger Island or venture into the Australian Wildlife Experience. For heart-thumping action take the tallest high-speed gravity roller coaster in the southern hemisphere.
Warner Bros. Movie World has transported the lights, camera and action of Hollywood to the Gold Coast. With rides, characters and fun to interest the whole family.
Sea World gives you the chance to view polar bears, see a three-dimensional pirate adventure or marvel at the grace of dolphins.
Wet 'n' Wild Water World is splashtacular fun with water rides, pools, mega slides and dive-in movies.
For adrenalin action, go bungee jumping or try an extreme adventure ride in the heart of Surfers Paradise. There are mysterious worlds with illusions and amazing interactive high-tech funhouses.
 
Sun and Safety
Our sun is beautiful but can be dangerous. Don't forget the 30+ Sunscreen, a broad brimmed hat and collared shirt, especially in the hours between 10am and 2pm.

Surf and Safety

When swimming on our beaches always swim between the flags at the designated Lifesaving Clubs. The sea may look inviting but the rips and tows have taken lives. Happily we can say that if you swim between the flags our "Wonderful Bronzed Aussie Lifesavers" will be watching out for your safety at all times. Over 80 years without a drowning in a flagged area is a remarkable testimony to the service provided by the Lifesavers.

The Lifesavers are a volunteer organization that is on duty every day of the year. Sometimes however the surf just isn't safe enough for swimming. So you have to learn what the different coloured flags mean and always obey the messages they give. That way you'll have a great day. During the peak holiday times there are 29 beaches being patrolled with back up services from the Westpac Rescue Helicopter.

 
Foreign Currency
To ensure the most accurate rate of exchange visitors are advised to convert foreign currency to Australian dollars at a Bank or at financial institutions e.g. Thomas Cook, American Express or Travelex.
· Thomas Cook, Surfers Paradise, ph 5592 1168
· Westpac, Gold Coast Hwy., Surfers Paradise Ph 5579 1711
· National Bank, 3200 Gold Coast Hwy., Surfers Paradise, Ph 5538 4122
· American Express, 21 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise Ph 5538 7588
· ANZ Bank 3232 Gold Coast Hwy Surfers Paradise Ph 5531 6444
· Commonwealth Banks, 3206 Gold Coast Hwy., Surfers Paradise Ph 5579 3588

Tipping

Tipping is not a requirement in Australia though some people do so if they are extremely pleased with the service.

 
Banking
Banking Hours are Mon - Thurs 9.30am - 4.00pm, Fri 9.30am - 5.00pm at all Banks except Metway who are open Mon - Thurs 8.30am - 4.30pm, Fri 8.30am - 5.00pm, Sat 10.00am - 2.00pm. National, ANZ, Commonwealth, Westpac and Metway and most Building Societies have 24 hour Automatic Teller machines.

Electricity Standards

In Australia we use 240 volts at 50Hz

 
Driving Rules
Driving Rules are available at the Department of Transport Office that is situated in Surfers Paradise at Upton Street Bundall. Australians drive on the LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE ROAD.

Radio and Television

Up to 9 "free to air" television channels are available from the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Northern New South Wales:
· ABC (Brisbane)
· ABC (NSW)
· SBS
· Seven (Brisbane)
· Prime (Gold Coast)
· Nine (Brisbane)
· NBN (NSW)
· Ten (Brisbane)
· Ten (Gold Coast)
FM Stations available are:
· BeachFM 88 (Tourist Info. Top 40)
· Gold 92.5 (Music of the 60's and 70's)
· SEAFM 90.9 (Top 40 Pop)
· 91.7 Coast FM (Providing Cool Contemporary Music with ABC Local News and Information)
· 4CRB 89.3 (Public/Community)
· Triple J - alternative and chart music
 

 

Sun and Safety
Our sun is beautiful but can be dangerous. Don't forget the 30+ Sunscreen, a broad brimmed hat and collared shirt, especially in the hours between 10am and 2pm.

Driving Rules
Driving Rules are available at the Department of Transport Office that is situated in Surfers Paradise at Upton Street Bundall. Australians drive on the LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE ROAD.

Electricity Standards
In Australia we use 240 volts at 50Hz