Month: December 2022

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The Gold Coast is a stunning coastal region on the East Coast of Australia, just north of Brisbane. It’s one of the best places to visit for a family vacation because it’s packed full of things to do.

It’s often referred to as the Theme Park capital of Australia because of the many amusement parks, wildlife parks, zoos, and rollercoasters you will find there.

But what about us budget travelers? What if you don’t have money to splash out on theme parks and tours?

Don’t worry, because there are also many free (and cheap) things to do on the Gold Coast that are perfect for those traveling Australia on a shoestring.

If you’re looking for free Gold Coast attractions or cheap things to do, then keep

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The Gold Coast has long been Australia’s premier holiday destination with enough activities and attractions to fill your Gold Coast itinerary for weeks!

There are the beaches, incredible theme parks, waterways, the hinterland, hipster cafes, vibrant nightlife, shopping strips and so much more.

But what if you only have 48 hours on the Gold Coast to play with? What can you do on just a short weekend getaway to the Gold Coast?

Don’t stress, you can still experience the best of this city even when you only have a short time.

To help you out, I’ve put together this ultimate 2 day Gold Coast itinerary so you see the highlights and make the most out of your short visit.

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Are you thinking about visiting Australia on a two-week vacation? This is an ambitious holiday, but don’t let anyone deter you from taking the trip because it’s not a lot of time.

Australia is a huge country with so much to see and do. But it’s totally possible to have an epic time in Australia, as long as you come prepared with an epic 2 week Australia itinerary!

That’s where we come in.

Australia is the 6th biggest country in the world and yes, two weeks is not a lot of time. So if you want to see the best of Australia and plan a trip that suits your travel style, then you’ll want to focus on one area in Australia.

Below we have put

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The Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven natural wonders of the world and one of the main reasons to visit Australia.

It’s the same length from Vancouver to the Mexican border, consisting of 900 islands and 2,900 individual reefs.

It’s the world’s largest coral reef and the largest living structure on the planet. So amazing, it can be seen from outer space.

But how do you visit the Great Barrier Reef? A true wonder of the world that is 2,300km long?

For us, and many other people, a visit to the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns has been a bucket list for years.

During our 18-month road trip around Australia, we were