Published on Saturday, September 5, 2009 by Jayde Johannsen You are probably aware by now that we are entering a period where cash is a going to be a little bit tighter for all of us. With record high oil prices, we are paying more and more for the petrol we need in our cars. With inflation on the rise, we spend more for the day to day necessities of life. With both interest rates and rental prices increasing, no matter if y...

Published on Thursday, September 3, 2009 by Cordelia Kennedy Often time Australia is not even a thought when couples are planning a romantic getaway. Many do not realize that Australia is one of the most beautiful and romantic places that you will ever visit. Gold Coast is one of Australia's, and the worlds for that matter, most romantic, eye pleasing destination. The scenery and beauty, combined with the sights and sounds...

Published on Monday, August 31, 2009 by Jayde Johannsen Upon awaking this morning I promptly headed on over to Coolangatta Beach. A surf-rental client was leaving the area very early in the day and needed me to come by and pick up the equipment (a short board and a minimal) they had been using before they went ahead to check out. Hence I went for precisely that purpose, arriving a little earlier than 7am. On the Austral...

Published on Sunday, August 30, 2009 by Cordelia Kennedy by Cordelia Kennedy Coolangatta is the southernmost city along the Gold Coast. The Point Danger lighthouse is located here. Coolangatta is known as a twin city with Tweed Heads located directly across the border. Main beach is about forty meters up the beach and next is Stradbroke Island. Between Main Beach and Coollangatta are Surfers Paradise and Southport. The...

Published on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 by Cordelia Kennedy by Cordelia Kennedy To mark Queenslands celebration of 150 years of independence from New South Wales, people from all over Queensland voted online on the Gold Coasts top 150 icons and these are the results: People: Kristy Hinze: One of the Gold Coasts most successful international supermodels and granddaughter of the late and infamous Minister Russ Hinze, Kristy ...

Published on Monday, August 24, 2009 by Cordelia Kennedy by Cordelia Kennedy Have you ever noticed that many people vacation in the same place year after year? Why is this? Maybe they are afraid to try something new. After all they know the ins and outs of their vacation location, and it is much simpler that why. What ever the reason is, I will never understand it. For this reason many American choose to travel to Euro...

Published on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 by Cordelia Kennedy by Cordelia Kennedy One of the most popular vacation choices is a beach destination. The blue water, the sandy beach, many can not picture anything more relaxing or romantic then this. A beach destination is the perfect place to find relaxation and peace, and is a great way to relieve the stress that ones feels from their daily life routines. When thinking about...

Published on Saturday, August 1, 2009 by Cordelia Kennedy by Cordelia Kennedy With a multitude of Shopping centres and arcades open for late night shopping seven days a week, its hard to know where to start your retail therapy in Surfers Paradise. Here are a few suggestions. Surfers Paradise Boulevard: This is considered the epicenter for all shopping. Here you can find retail strips such as Circle on Cavill and Chevron ...

Published on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 by Cordelia Kennedy by Cordelia Kennedy The natural contrasting landscape of Australia's Gold Coast means many of the designated tours are a must do on any holiday agenda. Whether you want to expand your culinary boundaries, explore the natural wonders of the local area or go on a specialized cruise, there are plenty of tours to choose from. Balunjali Interpretative Cultural Kayaking ...

Published on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 by Cordelia Kennedy by Cordelia Kennedy The Gold Coast has been on of Australia's leading tourist areas, with everything from wine vineyards to jet boats. Here are just some of the activities that people have been enjoying over the years. For The Adrenalin Rush: There are a variety of thrill seeking activities for you to partake in, if you are looking for that perfect adrenalin rush....