Travelling from across the galaxy, the Dark Lord and his faithful minions will once again descend upon Dreamworld for the annual 'Stormtrooper Weekend.' On Saturday May 5 and Sunday May 6, over 100 characters from the 'Galactic Empire' will sweep through the park with the aim of raising much needed funds for The Starlight Children's Foundation.   Led by Darth Vadar, Dreamworld will join ranks with Redback Garrison, the Australian contingent of the 501st Legion. Spanning some 47 countries, the 501st Legion is a Star Wars costuming group who pride themselves on being 'bad guys, doing good' for countless charities across...

Dreamworld's Tiger Island handlers welcomed an early Easter surprise this week with the arrival of two, four week old, male Bengal tiger cubs who join the park's renowned tiger program. The pair were admired by hundreds of doting park guests throughout the day as they pounced, napped and enjoyed bottles of warm milk in the Tiger Island cub display. The two bundles of bounce currently weigh just five kilograms each, but as they enjoy a healthy diet and exercise program at Dreamworld these tiny 'big cats' will potentially weigh in excess of 200 kilograms once fully grown. Arriving from a...

The epic gold Coast summer of surfing continues this week with the Breaka Burleigh Pro. The world's best professional surfers will once again get to show off their skills in the iconic Burleigh Heads waves.   The Burleigh headland forms a natural amphitheatre that is perfect for watching surfing contests. The round of 64 is currently happening so make sure you get down to Burleigh Heads to catch the atmosphere on the hill and all the action in the water. ...

THE GOLD COAST REACHES ADVENTUROUS NEW HEIGHTS WITH THE OPENING OF SKYPOINT CLIMB SkyPoint at Q1 in Surfers ParadiseSkyPoint Climb, Australia’s highest external building walk, is the newest adventure experience on the Gold Coast taking climbers on a guided journey reaching 270 metres into the sky atop the iconic Q1 resort building. The awe-inspiring open air adventure, SkyPoint Climb is a 90 minute intimate experience allowing a maximum of 10 guests per group to walk among the clouds and admire unobstructed 360 degree views of Queensland’s beautiful South East region. Starting on the ground floor at Mission Control, Climbers receive a...

January 21 – 29 2012 the world’s best junior surfers descend on the Gold Coast for the Billabong World Junior Championship. Competition will be staged at Burleigh Heads an iconic surf location and soon to be named one of five Gold Coast National Surfing Reserves. The Burleigh Heads name has always been at the heart of world competitive surfing. The famous “Burleigh Barrell” is just part of a complete wave that enables surfers to show off the very best of their talents. The Burleigh Headland forms a natural amphitheater that harnesses the excitement of the crowd and gives everyone a...

Whether you’re looking for an adventurous holiday or a relaxing break away from your hectic lifestyle, the Gold Coast has many things for people of all ages and families of all sizes to enjoy. The Gold Coast has a huge range of landscapes to visit, from the long beaches and ocean, to the wildlife-filled hinterland further inland. No matter what you’re looking for in a holiday, the Gold Coast has it all: Beaches Hinterland Theme Parks Tamborine Mountain Outlet Shopping Malls Another great place to visit is Surfers Paradise which  is the only location in Queensland with late night shopping seven...

The Gold Coast is Australia’s adventure capital, and as such, there are always plenty of things to do. There are a wide array of activities and attractions available to those who seek them, such as: Theme Parks Tours Thrill-seeker Entertainment Massive Shopping Complexed Nightclubs Bars Restaurants and are now offering access to Gold Coast Skydiving. Gold Coast Skydive is the only Tandem Skydiving operation located here on the Gold Coast. With their team of professional skydiving instructors, we can take you on what can only be described as “the ultimate rush”. Take a ride on our newly refurbished Cessna 182, witnessing...

Attention Backpackers if you are visiting the Gold Coast and need affordable accommodation staying in Coolangatta, Surfers Paradise, Southport or Main Beach then you need to visit Adventure Gold Coast. The number one resource for Gold Coast backpacker accommodation, backpacker entertainment, backpacker events and adventures. Adventure Gold Coast is a backpacker rescource site that helps backpackers find all they need to find in regards to backpacker services. The Gold Coast is a total playground for backpackers, beaches, parks, theme parks, mountain adventures by day, pub, clubs and bars by night. If you are coming to the Gold Coast then make sure...

With the crystal clear beaches and glittering skyscrapers reflecting the brilliant sunrises, Australia’s Gold Coast is fast becoming one of the top travel destinations in the world. Nestled in the southeast corner of Queensland, the Gold Coast stretches a generous 70 kilometres of sundrenched beaches and lush subtropical rainforest north. The Gold Coast is well known for iconic theme parks including Dreamworld, Movie World and SeaWorld; a vibrant night life along Surfer’s Paradise notorious Caville Avenue; and a relaxing surfing beachside culture to compliment the warm summers and mild winters. However, the Gold Coast is also home to some lesser known...

We understand you want to stick to a budget, save money to see more. At Adventure Gold Coast we bring you the best backpacker accommodation and hostels from the surfing waves of Coolangatta to the glitter strip of Surfers Paradise. Adventure Gold Coast wants you to have the best time, and we actually mean better-than-you-have-ever-dreamed time on the Gold Coast, so we give you everything you need with the cheapest backpacker accommodation on Queensland’s south coast. Learn how to travel the Gold Coast from those who live and breathe the Gold Coast. We love it here and live it every day....

The Gold Coast is known Australia’s number one holiday destination with so much to see, do and play there is something for the whole family. The Gold Coast is home to a total of 5 theme parks, each offering a different experience. Dream World features some of the biggest and best thrill rides in the world, including the Tower of Terror II and The Giant Drop. Explore Hollywood on the Gold Coast at Australia’s Movie World with a great mix of thrilling adventures and fun entertainment for younger kids. A day at Wet n’ Wild or White Water World is the...