Guide to the Sunshine Coast in Australia

The Sunshine Coast is an area of Queensland, Australia. The region comprises of a number of seaside towns and cities along with some inland areas notable for their stunning natural scenery such as the Blackall Ranges. For the purpose of this Sunshine Coast Guide we are going to take a closer look at a few of these places which make up this stunning region of Queensland.

This Sunshine Coast Guide places Noosa firmly at the head of the list of top tourist destinations in this Sunshine Coast. Travellers seeking top of the line holidays flock to Noosa and its many high quality establishments. This can often place Noosa outside of the list of affordable destinations on the Sunshine Coast for many visitors. More cost effective Noosa accommodation is available, and with a little research the prospective holidaymaker can find short term rental apartments and budget hotels, along with other, less expensive types of Noosa accommodation. The beautiful year round Noosa weather means many attractions are outdoors. Walking is very popular due to the National Park of Noosa Heads being close by. Charters are available for those keen to dangle a hook near the Great Barrier Reef. The Great Barrier Reef is a world class scuba diving area, readily accessible from the Sunshine Coast. Noosa is also renowned as a world class surfing spot, with many excellent surf shops spread along the sea front.

Located on the banks of the Maroochy River, this Sunshine Coast Guide recommends Maroochydore as a great value and incredibly diverse holiday destination. One of the most cost effective ways of visiting this area is to take up an offer of short term holiday rental on Maroochydore holiday apartments. This form of accommodation offers you flexibility and freedom during your stay. Whether your focus is cost or luxury, Maroochydore holiday apartments offer the best range. Maroochydore itself is considered to be the commercial centre of the Sunshine Coast, an affluent and vibrant economic centre. A full range of interests and activities are well provided for in Maroochydore. All the comforts of a modern city, surrounded by stunning coastal and riverside public parkland. Fishermen are truly spoiled in Maroochydore, with easy access to some excellent sea and river fishing. Shoppers will enjoy the large shopping malls that have been constructed in recent years, offering a full range of high street retail stores as well as specialist shops and boutiques. And Maroochydore's beaches are the perfect setting for those looking to recharge by lazing on the sand. This short Sunshine Coast Guide has introduced two of the main tourist destinations to be found in this part of Australia, both offering a different taste of the Sunshine Coast at its very best.


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Travel guide by Richard Greenwood from holiday accommodation site www.makemystay.com.au which includes a large range of Noosa accommodation from holiday homes to beach and river apartments.