Winter is upon us, and while Queensland is best known for beautiful sunny days, that doesn’t stop Jack Frost creeping in around this time of year.  As the days get shorter and colder, it becomes harder for everyone to beat those winter blues.

For the best cure, why not take a drive to the Gold Coast and discover Surfers Paradise.  It’s only 60 minutes from the Brisbane CBD and there is so much to see and do, that it can’t be condensed in one sentence.

Take leisurely stroll along the golden sands of Surfers Paradise beach, or dip your feet in the cool waters of the ocean if you’re game enough.  The beaches are patrolled from 8am to 5pm, 7 days a week, so there is always a safe time to swim.

Splash your cash on a shopping trip.  With hundreds of stores to choose from in the shopping precinct, you’ll not go home empty-handed.  Boutiques, surf shops, high end fashion and accessories are all part of the Surfers Paradise shopping experience.

Pamper yourself at a day spa, hairdresser or nail salon and finish off with a delectable hot coffee at one of the many welcoming cafes, bistros and restaurants.

After dark, Surfers Paradise transforms into a Vegas-style hotspot with neon lights, music and people of all vintage abuzz for the excitement of the nightlife.  Countless nightclubs, bars and pubs line the streets of this central location, making it a perfect way to end your fun-filled day.

If it’s something a little more adrenalin-invoking you’re after, or even just something to make you feel like a kid again, then try one of the many unique attractions Surfers Paradise has to offer, such as the Fly Coaster, Bungee Trampoline, Sling Shot, Vomatron, Infinity, Timezone games arcade, Tenpin Bowling, Putt Putt, the Wax Museum, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, and much much more.

If there is one guarantee that Surfers Paradise can provide, it is that you definately won’t be bored. 

How much fun can be had in one day?  Well, that depends entirely on you…..how many of these activities do you think you can squeeze into 24 hours?  In fact, you may find you’ll want to stay longer just to fit everything in.  There is plenty of accomodation to suit every budget at Surfers Paradise, from hostels to hotels and holiday apartments.

For more information on Surfers Paradise visit the Gold Coast Tourism website, www.verygoldcoast.com.au or contact Gold Coast City Council.