Luxury Resort Without the High Cost and Crowds
by AusPinay about Australis Diamond Beach Resort
This resort at Diamond Beach, around one and a half hours from the city centre of Sydney is paradise! We got our accommodation off the internet and availed of a very good tariff of $120 per night for the four of us (2 a & 2 k) for a two bedroom, two bathrooms cabin which is huge! The cabin has 2 LCD tvs, fully self-contained with a kitchen well- stocked with utensils and the usual cooking appliances- stove, oven, microwave, etc. I couldn't believe the amenities were truly more than we have expected for the price. It also has a washing machine and separate dryer, iron, etc. It is like a real home set amongst lovely bush views and the beach of course which was the bonus!
We usually pay much more than this price in other resorts, but it was still a few days before the start of the school holidays so we had a bargain and a big blast of fun here without the high cost and the crowds.
It has two pools, one very new with heaps of things to do, kids' club during school holidays, spa, kids' clubhouse with their own tavble tennis, playstation and WIFI consoles, etc. There is also a play area for the little ones. Many more nice things about this superb place!
It is indeed a family resort! It is uniquely waterfront so we could hear the waves from our balcony/porch and bedroom window! It was fantastic, a place I can recommend to anyone who wants peace and quiet, lovely views and no traffic! It is a good 15 minutes from the centre of Forster, which has all the restaurants.
Anyway, this place has a good restaurant/cafe which also has family packs and meals ready for take away to your cabin if you don't feel like eating out.
We spent most of our time going for walks at the beach and just soaking in the beach atmosphere without the crowds!
Photos
beachfront,Australis Diamond beach resort
CURRUMBIN BEACH
oen of the colourful attractions
Surfers Paradise Beach
Forum Posts
Where along the sunshine coast i should stay with a young family?
by kmaltarollo
HI again, firstly thank you so much for those who gave me great advice before. My next question would be - Where would the best place to stay along the sunshine coast with two small children (4 and 1 yrs)? Does anyone have any good accommadation recommendations? Or advice to what to do there besides sitting on the beach. (is it good swimming weather in September?).
Re: Where along the sunshine coast i should stay with a young family?
by aussirose
Here's the one I recommend. Pelican Sands is about 2 minutes in a taxi from Coolangatta airport and is right on Tugan Beach. It has 2 bedroom self contained appartment accommodation with everything you need for a great stay.
Mmmmm, September is a hit & miss affair regarding swimming. You'll get the odd hot day where you'll definately venture into the surf...but more often than not it'll still be quite cold. Pelican Sands has a Spa that you guys will love anyway! ;o)
My suggestion is to hire a car and check out the hinterland....especially O'Riellys and don't forget to go to Sea World where your kids will love the dolphin show. Currumbin Sanctuary is a great place to go with kids & is not far by bus from Pelican Sands.
Have fun!!
Cheers, Ann :o)
Re: Where along the sunshine coast i should stay with a young family?
by kate081090
I suggest you to stay in goa with your family because goa is the best place for holidaying. There are many beaches in goa which the children are very fond of. Infants will have a great fun there.
Re: Where along the sunshine coast i should stay with a young family?
by aussirose
Oooops, site for Pelican Sands is -
http://www.pelican-sands.com/
Re: Where along the sunshine coast i should stay with a young family?
by Mikebb
Hi, Your posting is in the Gold Coast forum which is one hour drive south of Brisbane, but the destination you request information on is the Sunshine Coast which is 1.5 hour drive north of Brisbane.
In recent years we have stayed at both destinations, both are good, however we enjoyed the Sunshine coast best, we had 7 days at Noosa Heads, a beautiful holiday spot right on the beach. We were there the last week of August and if you look at photos on my Noosa Heads page you will see the beach and plenty of people on it. A week later we had 2 nights on the Gold Coast, no one swimming.It is warmer north of Brisbane.
Much to see and do from Noosa, including Steve Irwins Australian Zoo , the huge markets Wednesday & Saturday, Glasshouse Mountains, and if you desire a day trip to Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world.
Do some research on VT and check out pages of locals who have replied, their pages will tell the story.
Good Luck,
Mike
Re: Where along the sunshine coast i should stay with a young family?
by aussirose
Hey just noticed that Mike. I was assuming the Gold Coast....but if the Sunshine Coast, then I would recommend this accommodation. -
http://www.noosapacific.com.au/index.htm
We stayed here and it was very nice....right on the Noosa River.
Re: Where along the sunshine coast i should stay with a young family?
by sirgaw
For the SUNSHINE COAST I'd suggest Noosa and Ocean Breeze on Hastings Street - http://www.seenoosa.com.au/accommodation/hastings-st/breakfree-ocean-breeze.html That's one link for the property but no their own web site. Its a self contained appartment complex - get a family suite. We did that twice and found it a great place.
Re: Where along the sunshine coast i should stay with a young family?
by kmaltarollo
Sorry I didn't reply sooner but I was sick in bed for a few days there. All is back to normal. Thanks everyone for your advice. You've definitely given me great tips that have helped with my search for a good family holiday. I'II make sure to post pics when I return on my site.
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