Getting around: Gold Coast Transport

Depending on what country you are from, driving on the left side of the road like in Australia can pose a challenge for you. But if you think you can handle it, the only thing that will need is a valid driver's license from your country in English. Since tourism is an industry to contend with in the city, you will find that the Gold Coast transport system is extremely efficient and tourist friendly.


You can reach the Gold Coast through the Cooloongata or Brisbanne airport. Australians prefer the Coolongata and you can simply tale the surf side bus or the shuttle bus to Surfers Paradise. This will be your first taste of public Gold Coast transport facilities and the ride shouldnt take you more than half an hour. On the other hand if you are traveling from Brisbanne like most international visitors you can opt for Coachtrans Australia shuttles. The service is extremely convenient and is a good example of how comfortable and efficient the public Gold Coast transport system can be. They offer door to door services to all Gold Coast hotels and other registered facilities.


Once in the city you could rent a car which is the preferred mode of Gold Coast transport. There are several car rental companies like Budget Rent a Car, Bargain wheels, Avis and Australian 4WD to choose from. However if you are not particularly comfortable driving around you can always go for the surfside bus service which runs 24 hours on the highway.


Regardless of the Gold Coast transport option that you choose you must take the open top double decker bus tour across the city offered by grantravel. This is the most amazing way to explore the city since the bus stops at all the major tourist attractions so you will be able to visit places like Tedder Avenue, HardRock Cafe, Seaworld, Marina Mirage, The Wax Museum, Pacific Fair, Infinity and the famed Ripleys in $30.


However if you want to check out Mooloolaba accommodations you may want to choose Con-X-ion coaches that will take you all over South East Queensland. Mooloolaba offers all the amenities and facilities of Gold Coast but the environment is more tranquil and peaceful. It is plays host to tourists from all over the country and is very popular for its serene, quite expanse of white sandy beaches.


With so much to offer there is certainly no dearth of Mooloolaba accommodation options however they are a far cry away from the high rise splendor of the Gold Coast. The town lies 62 miles north of Brisbane between the Mooloolaba River and the unspoilt beaches of the Pacific Ocean- A perfect family vacation destination with some of the cleanest beaches and a cosmopolitan esplanade.


Once you have had your fill of the surf and sun you can head over to the myriad of Mooloolaba accommodation options that the town has to offer. You can choose from apartment style lodging options, the upscale hotels and resorts or the budget motels.


Budget Mooloolaba accommodation is very affordable and most hotels offer fantastic amenities like indoor pools, gym, spas, restaurants etc.


The best part of opting for Mooloolaba accommodation is that it is considerably than lodging in the Gold Coast yet you are only a short ride away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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