The Sunshine Coast

Plan an escape to the beautiful beaches and hinterland of the Sunshine Coast for you and your friends and family. Find your space and enjoy the sun, surf and sand, the breathtaking hinterland, world-class dining and unique shopping experiences of the Sunshine Coast destinations including Caloundra, Maroochy, Noosa and Cooloola.

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Australia Zoo

Australia Zoo is home to Terri, Bindi & Robert Irwin and their team of passionate conservationists who provide an animal experience like no other. You can experience everything from cuddling a koala, walking with a Sumatran tiger to hand-feeding elephants and wombats and who could forget the amazing crocodile displays. It's the ultimate wildlife adventure.

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Hyatt Regency Coolum

Hyatt Regency Coolum is an ideal holiday destination, with superb leisure facilities that cater for all needs. There's nine swimming pools, tennis centre, championship golf course, The Spa, Camp Hyatt, a variety of dining options, Creative Arts Centre, plus an activities centre with a range of family activities.

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Novotel Twin Waters Resort, Sunshine Coast

Set on a private lagoon amongst beautiful tropical gardens all set on a great surf beach. You can enjoy spa treatments by day or perhaps enjoy a round of golf or relax on the beach. You don't even need to leave the resort as it's all here for you.

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The Discovery Group

Award-winning eco-touring company The Discovery Group offers uniquely Australian 4WD touring from Noosa to Fraser Island and beyond, as well as eco-cruises to the Noosa Everglades through some of Queensland's most magnificent landscapes and waterways.

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Nannies of Noosa

Nannies of Noosa offers qualified, professional, experienced care for your children. Enjoy a romantic dinner, a game of golf, or a walk on the beach, knowing your children are in the very best of care. The Nannies arrive at your accommodation with toys for all age groups.

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Plantation Resort at Rainbow

Just metres from the shores of Rainbow Beach, Plantation Resort at Rainbow features self contained luxury apartments with first-rate fittings and appointments, large living and dining areas and ensuites including Spa Baths. Linked by wide walkways set amongst attractive tropical gardens and a centrally located swimming pool and spa.

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Noosa Deep Sea and River Fishing Safaris

Noosa Deep Sea and River Fishing Safaris is a three-boat operation that covers the full spectrum of fishing. From the stocked impoundments inland to coastal rivers and creeks, and the productive reef grounds off Noosa and Double Island Point, our experienced fishermen will ensure you catch one every time.

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Grand Mercure Apartments Twin Waters

Grand Mercure Apartments Twin Waters enjoys a unique location where the river meets the sea on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Offering sophisticated one, two and three bedroom apartments, plus three and four bedroom beach houses, Grand Mercure Apartments Twin Waters is an ideal get away for couples and families alike.

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The Boat Shed

Relax under the cotton tree, on the edge of the Maroochy River with views of pelicans on the river mouth and Mt Coolum. Renowned for it's great food, service and atmosphere it's a great place for lunch, dinner or a glass of wine and some tapas.

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Dolphin feeding and Barnacles Café

Set on the Snapper Creek Inlet in Tin Can Bay, Barnacles Café provides an idyllic setting for you to enjoy breakfast or lunch whilst you wait to feed the Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins. Dolphins come in to Tin Can Bay most mornings at around 7.00- 7.30am, feeding at 8.00am.

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Day One

With over 100km of coastline there's a beach to suit you. Ride the waves, build sandcastles, enjoy the temperate waters or just feel the sand between your toes. Then, take on the role of student and sign up for a surf or sail class off the magnificent Mooloolaba coast. Finish the day with a Gondola cruise, one of the most romantic ways to spoil yourself and your loved one on the Noosa river.

Day Two

Start your day bright and early by joining a sunrise whale watching cruise to spot the gentle giants of the deep in the coastal town of Mooloolaba. Then visit Underwater World, Queensland's largest oceanarium and aquarium to watch daily seal shows, learn about aquatic life on the behind the scenes tour, and have your photo taken kissing a seal or diving with the sharks! Wander down to Parkyn Parade for a selection of fresh seafood caught straight from the morning fishing trawlers. Book a scuba dive to explore the artificial reef and HMAS Brisbane.

Day Three

Join the Discovery Group for a day trip to World Heritage listed Fraser Island. The tour takes you across to Fraser Island for rainforest walks, four-wheel-driving along Seventy-Five Mile Beach, a gourmet BBQ lunch and some swimming in the famous Fraser Island freshwater lakes. Along the way spot dolphins, and take in the towering cliffs of the coloured sands along the coastline.

Day Four

Stop off at Hastings Street, Noosa's fashion strip. Purchase high end designs or local labels and indulge at a number of al fresco restaurants, cafes bars and ice creameries with ocean views. Surf, swim or snorkel in the clear blue waters at the base of Noosa National Park, where you can also kayak and stop for lunch at Tea Tree Bay. Stroll through Noosa National Park or join a horseride along the beach or through the bushland on Noosa's North Shore.

Day Five

Organise your own food and wine tour stopping at the hinterland towns of Montville, Maleny and Mapleton. Visit Settlers Rise Winery and enjoy a cheese platter and wines overlooking the Blackall Ranges. Treat yourself to a cooking school that pepper the hinterland, stepping visitors through transforming seasonal produce into culinary delights. Walk off your lunch on the numerous tracks and trails of Sunshine Coast Great Walk.

Day Six

Finish your week with an early start feeding the dolphins at Tin Can Bay. Dolphin Ferry Cruises runs dolphin feeding cruises every morning and give you an amazing, interactive experience with these magnificent creatures. You may be lucky enough to spot dugong, turtles, sea snakes and white breasted sea eagles. There is also a 3-hour cruise to around the Great Sandy National Park.

Heart of Gold Film Festival

Heart of Gold is a four-day, three-night event with feel good short films, special features, documentaries, parties and intimate question and answer sessions with talented filmmakers. In 2010, it runs from 11th - 14th March.

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Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival

Ranked as the 2nd largest triathlon in Australia, the Mooloolaba Triathlon is a celebration of sport. Running from the 26th - 28th March 2010, this 1.5km swim, 40km cycle and 10km run Triathlon is the centrepiece of a multisport festival located at one of the world’s premier beachside locations.

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Settler's Cove Festival of Food & Wine

An influential line-up of leading chefs, iconic winemakers, media, restaurateurs and serious foodies converge on the magical setting of Noosa from 30th April to 2nd May 2010 to taste, talk, debate, dine and indulge.

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Whale Watching Season

From July to November come and experience the majestic migration of some 8,000 Humpback whales as they frolic along the shores of the Sunshine Coast. Australia Zoo Whale encounters depart on board Steve's Whale One from The Wharf Mooloolaba 7 days a week.

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National Country Music Muster

Australia's biggest outdoor celebration of country music, the Music Muster boasts top Australian country and blues artists. Running from 24-29 August 2010, the Muster is presented across the Amamoor Creek State Forest Park.

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Caloundra Music Festival

Music lovers are invited to celebrate and unwind at the 2010 Caloundra Music Festival. Running during a weekend in October, the extensive musical program welcomes everyone to enjoy some 'sun, surf and soul'.

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Steve Irwin Day

This is a ripper of a day to celebrate Steve’s love for animals, family and conservation. On 15th November 2010, everyone everywhere can don some khaki for the day and at Australia Zoo there will be tons of activities for the whole family!

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Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport Festival

Held in November each year, Noosa fills with thousands of athletic people vying for the top honour in one event - the Noosa Triathlon. The Noosa Triathlon attracts over 8,500 competitors and is just one of many events held as part of the Noosa Multi Sport festival.

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The Australian PGA Championship

The Australian PGA Championship tournament is one of Australia's most prestigious professional golf tournaments. The tournament is held during December at the Hyatt Regency Coolum at the renowned Robert Trent Jones course. It is built on tradition, attracting some of Australia’s best golfers.

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