Holidays in the Sunshine Coast then off to Ballina

Located north of Brisbane, The Sunshine Coast is a stretch of Pacific Coastline with a great deal to offer. Although there is no formal business district, The Sunshine Coast has managed to obtain a 10th place ranking on Australia's metropolitan cities. Of course, everyone knows that the Sunshine Coast is mainly popular for tourism. With many unbroken beaches and popular coastal town areas, the Sunshine Coast is a favourite beach holiday destination for travellers of all kinds. Noosa Shire, Maroochy Shire and Caloundra, all parts of the Sunshine Coast, are probably the most popular beach destinations in all of Australia.

Most visitors come to the Sunshine Coast to enjoy the many delights that the beach towns have to offer. Caloundra is the home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Australia. Often considered to be the business area of the Sunshine Coast, Caloundra attracts a range of travellers that include lovers of all kinds of water sports. Naturally equipped to provide surfers with the challenging waves and the photographers with the stunning sunsets, Caloundra is a must visit location if you are ever in the vicinity. Providing easy access to the famous Glass House mountains, this beach town is a place full of travelling treasures for the whole family.

Although the Sunshine Coast is often described as a beach area, the small city of Maroochydore offers riverside activities on the Maroochy river. Of course, Maroochydore also attracts its own fair share of surfers but the colourful city has plenty of interesting activities and unique entertainment opportunities for families, couples and even the well seasoned solitary travellers.

If you think that the Sunshine Coast is all about water sports and surfing, you are sorely mistaken. The hinterland of The Sunshine Coast deserves a visit from all visitors to the area for many reasons. The visual delight of the unforgettable Glasshouse mountains and the picturesque Blackall Ranges alone is enough to draw tourists from all corners of the globe. Of course, there is much more than breathtaking scenery to the hinterland. For instance, the mountain area is home to several quaint little towns that are leaden with a whole new set of delightful travelling pleasures. The villages Montville and Maleny attract just as many visitors as the lovely beaches. Tourists can enjoy unique experiences such as exploring the thriving arts and coffee shop culture, touring the country pubs and cosy restaurants as well as making a few purchases of skillfully made arts and crafts items. Even the eco system is something different on the hinterland mountain ranges. With its hidden mountain lakes, lush green forests and fauna to match make the area truly a marvel among visitors from all over the world. Should you every get tired of the sun and the sand, head on to the hinterland to experience something entirely different without venturing afar. Of course, they say that once you visit this particular area, you are always tempted to stay longer.

The town of Noosa is a world of its own.  Offering unique shopping opportunities, stunning beaches and delicious food with the freshest of local produce are often marked by travellers to this beautiful town. With so much to offer to travellers with varied tastes and needs, Noosa is often visited and revisited all year round. Considered to be a haunt for luxury seekers, Noosa offers a range of fantastic accommodation options for tourists with all different kinds of needs and financial abilities. While many people come to Noosa to enjoy a few days of relaxation and retail therapy, some may simply pass by. Beach hotels and holiday apartments are among the most popular of accommodation options within the coastal town including beach house accommodation Noosa options for business visitors.

The Sunshine Coast is a remarkably versatile travel destination and offers something different every single time. Being a highly popular holiday location has created the right kind of infrastructure to support the incoming tourist traffic. From hidden surfing beaches and stunning beaches all the way to laid back country towns and mountain ranges, the Sunshine Coast is the ideal holiday destination for everyone whether they are travelling alone, with family or as a couple on a romantic getaway.

When considering your next holiday. why not head down the cost to NSW and discover the lazy beach-side village Ballina.  When looking for Ballina accommodation you will discover a handful of boutique hotels that are affordable and have first class facilities.