Mooloolaba Travel Guide

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Things to Do  

Now this is fun....naturally addictive

Now this is fun....naturally addictive, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  Well this Yogurt World naturally addictive fun place is new here in Mooloolaba....maybe you have seen heaps of these 'do it yourself' yogurt places elsewhere but for me and my friend it was a first.The shop is open and inviting and there is someone there to show you how it... 

Cruise the Canals

Cruise the Canals, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  If you enjoy cruising canals we have quite a nice one on offer leaving The Wharf Mooloolaba. You will board M.V. Mudjimba and can choose to have a tavern lunch.A canal cruise costs $18 and with a Tavern Lunch $26 (current in 2012)"One Hour Still Water Cruise -----... 

The Spit...night and day

The Spit...night and day, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  Mooloolaba Queensland.For family fun........If you take Parkyn Parade right down to the very end you will be at The Spit.....You will have passed The Wharf, and The Yacht Club on your right and now you will have found a spot for the family, with kids, which is fun night and... 

Slip down to Cotton Tree

Slip down to Cotton Tree, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  Cotton Tree is one of those places on The Sunshine Coast which holds memories of days gone by in the minds of the locals. They remember coming down as kids to play on the Esplanade...to swim in the safe waters.There used to be a dance hall...many memories of girls sitting... 

Check out the sunrise

Check out the sunrise, Mooloolaba

 al2401 Says:  The sun rising over the sea is always spectacular but when you add a few cluds on the horizon, Norfolk Pines and fishing boats and have the advantage of a bit of height you are in for a treat. It is well worth getting woken by the lorikeets. 

Eumundi Markets

Eumundi Markets, Mooloolaba

 al2401 Says:  The first market in Eumundi was in 1979. It had three stalls eight customers and a turnover of $30!After a year of trading the market gained a reputation for great produce and friendliness. By 2002 there were over 250 stalls and the markets now operated on a Wednesday.The... 

Foote Sanctuary

Foote Sanctuary, Mooloolaba

 al2401 Says:  The land for the sanctuary was given to the people by the Foote family in memory of their son Eric, who was killed in WWI. It lies on the eastern slope of Buderim mountain and is 9hectares in area. It is mostly wet sclerophyl forest with some remaining rainforest. As time... 

Spend a lazy day on the beach

Spend a lazy day on the beach, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  Well Australia has beaches....outback regions....and national parks but here in Mooloolaba it is all about the beach. This is my favourite beach on The Sunshine Coast... and in my time I spent a lot of time in the water.There is good surf yet some protection....the surf is... 

Dunethin Rock...from Mooloolaba

Dunethin Rock...from Mooloolaba, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  You can do this Dunethin Rock road trip from Mooloolaba even though I originally wrote it starting at Yandina.Just drive along the Mooloolah River at the Maroochydore end of town heading towards Bli Bli.You are now close to homemade strawberry icecream........In the... 

Hotels  

Landmark Resort

 1 Review and 172 Opinions  We stayed at the Landmark Apartments for a week, while running a conference in the Hotel. Our... 

Mantra Sirocco

 2 Reviews and 65 Opinions  When looking for accommodation in Mooloolaba I chose this hotel because it guarranteed sea views. ... 

Restaurants  

the Velo project: create.eat.drink.listen.laugh.

the Velo project: create.eat.drink.listen.laugh., Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  Where are we? Mooloolaba...Sunshine Coast...Queensland...AUSTRALIAVELOWhere a Group of Talented Creatives from around the Globe bring to life International Brands Simple Fresh food and Artisan EspressoI asked my granddaughter if this was 'hip' and she said 'yes' so if you... 

At the Spit: Fish and Chips

At the Spit: Fish and Chips, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  Now there are a number of shops selling fish and chips here at The Spit and the beauty of it is that this is where the trawlers come in so you are assured of top quality fresh fish.All you have to do is walk or drive to the end of Parkyn Parade and make your choice. There is... 

Sakana Sushi Bar, Mooloolaba: Looks Good

Sakana Sushi Bar, Mooloolaba: Looks Good, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  Well by the number of patrons 'tucking in' the food must be pretty good....in fact our young friends told us "The food is so fresh and delicious we are telling our mates to go very soon"We often visit 'Fish on Parkyn' and the Sushi Bar is part of that complex. Some of the... 

More Restaurants: Don't miss these

More Restaurants: Don't miss these, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  It is so difficult to to place these restaurant reviews where you will find them easily.... Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headlands, Cotton Tree, and Maroochydore are 'side by side'...so where do you start? So much time to look on every travel page.I am hoping these links will be of... 

Nightlife  

O'Malleys Irish Pub: A taste of Ireland

O'Malleys Irish Pub: A taste of Ireland, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  2013....BREAKING NEWS Mc Guinness & Co have been discovered by billionaire Clive Palmer and are being whisked away on a World Tour in February 2013....This is in preparation for the building of Titanic2We have been quite often early evening to enjoy the 'Irish... 

O'malleys.: Great pub with lively atmosphere.

O'malleys.: Great pub with lively atmosphere., Mooloolaba

 cachaseiro Says:  I was twice at O'Malleys pub when i was in Mooloolaba and i thought it was a real nice place.First time i was there was on thursday where they had 10 dolar specials on the menu and a live folk band which i really enjoyed.There was a very friendly and lively atmosphere there... 

Local Customs  

A Market just for Mooloolaba.

A Market just for Mooloolaba., Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  Mooloolaba...Sunshine Coast.As they say 'Breaking news'...a brand new evening market on The Wharf at Mooloolaba.And tonight is the first night...and we are there...our farm produce that is...and it is raining with a bit of thunder and lightning!(2012)...I imagine the market... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Visit the Maroochy Botanical Gardens

Visit the Maroochy Botanical Gardens, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  Well so often I had seen the signs but could not quite picture where these beautiful botanical gardens were actually hiding. But now I know...and they are worth getting lost to find.There are palm trees, bush walks, ferns , bird life, and a lagoon and a bit more of a find... 

Nearby Towns 'old style pub crawl'

Nearby Towns 'old style pub crawl', Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  Mooloolaba and the nearby beachside places will surely keep you occupied on The Sunshine Coast but then comes the day you would like a little drive and may I suggest do a bit of 'an old style pub crawl'...not that you can indulge in too many beers but take it slowly...do a... 

Taromeo Camp Ovens...A Day Trip

Taromeo Camp Ovens...A Day Trip, Mooloolaba

 wise23girl Says:  At Taromeo Camp Ovens, Benarkin, Queensland you an eat in an old style hay shed..For something different you could have an 'off the beaten track' day's outing from Sunshine Coast.So what is this special experience all about? Well there have really interesting displays of... 

Favorites  

Waterways.

Waterways., Mooloolaba

 cachaseiro Says:  One of the things that i think makes Mooloolaba really charming is all the waterways that are crisscrossing the town.There is a lot of construction of high end villas along the waterways and there are many private boat bridges in Mooloolaba.Most people might come to... 

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