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The south coast of Queensland is a great place to go surfing. It’s close enough to the tropics to have warm water and, for most of the year, the weather is far from cold. Sure, the waves may not be as large as some areas down on Australia’s south coast, but those areas are only for owners of wetsuits! Here a pair of boardshorts will suffice.
Maybe you’re unsure how to go about surfing? Classes are available, so that’s no excuse.
Of course, there is surfing and there is surfing. Often it is now equated with riding on a surfboard and while I wouldn’t argue with that, unless you hire one it’s unlikely you’ll have one with you if you flew in. The other alternative is body surfing – somewhat overlooked these days, but very enjoyable and requiring nothing more than you. The system is to wait for a suitable wave, swim like mad as it reaches you, then tuck your chin down while slightly hunching your shoulders and putting your arms to your sides. All being well you’re now rocketing toward the beach … And, if not? Well, the results shouldn’t cause any damage unless you picked a ‘dumper’ to ride!
So to the photos. Start with some lessons, as in the main photo, go out and get some practice as in photo 2 and, who knows, you may find yourself in a surfing competition like the surfer in photo 3! Theme: Surfing
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 Beach Fishing by grantravelLeave a Comment Theme: Fishing Trips
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 Gold Coast surfing by grantravel
The Gold Coast also plays host to international championships such as the Quicksilver Pro, Billabong Pro and the Roxy Pro. Leave a Comment
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 Miss Indy by grantravel
If you come to the Gold Coast in October (usually around 20th to 25th) make sure you go for at least one day. Leave a Comment Theme: Sports WatchingAddress: Streets of Surfers ParadiseWebsite: www.indy.com.au
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 Duranbah Beach by goldcoaster
The best breaks vary from day to day but the most reliable is Duranbah at the southern end of the coast. The are others but it is the best on most days but the one we all wait for is when Kirra is pumping. It is the longest break in the world and I have ridden it for a kilometre. Sure it is a long walk back but it is worth it.
Most surfers bring their own boards but there are tons of board retailers on the coast from small single operator shapers up to Billabong. Leave a Comment Theme: SurfingAddress: 42 kms of great surf
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Sea World Helicopters can arrange different type of tour as per your requirement. They have flights ranging from 5 minutes (A$49 Per seat adult and A$39 Per child 3-12 years old) to 30 minute flights, covering the whole of Gold Coast costing A$249 per adult and A$ 189 per child. The flights cover sea world, Surfers paradise, Burleigh Heads, Currumbin Valley etc, depending on the duration of the flight.
All these flights give a birds eye view of Australia's most beautiful coastline and hinterland. This can be once in a life time event, one that can be captured in your video and hence dont forget to bring your camera/video camera.
Helicopter ride available from Sea World. Leave a Comment Theme: Beach ActivitiesAddress: Sea World Drive, Main Beach, Gold CoastPhone: +61 7 5588 2224Website: www.seaworld.com.au
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Aside from surfing, if there is one thing the Gold Coast has a ton of, it's golf courses. These range from the Merrimac hackers, which is literally a cow paddock, to the very exclusive private courses of Arundel Hills and the Grand.
For the most part you can get a round plus cart for about $50-75 at a decent course like Emerald Lakes, where they hold the Queensland PGA. For a slightly better course, say Royal Pines or Lakelands, the only Jack Nicklaus designed course in Australia, it will set you back about $100.
Most courses will insist that each player has their own set of clubs. If you don't want to bring them with you, most pro shops have them to hire at varying rates depending on the clubs.
Many of the better courses offer a free hotel pick up and drop off service as well. Leave a Comment Theme: Golfing
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