Surfers Paradise

Most EU, US, Canadian, and UK citizens can visit for tourism up to 90 days without a visa (eTA or ETA required).

Australian Dollar (AUD). Major credit cards are widely accepted.

English.

No – tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up for good service is appreciated.

Surfers Paradise Beach is the main one, patrolled and great for swimming and surfing. Nearby Broadbeach and Main Beach are less crowded.

Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10). No daylight saving.

Type I (three flat pins, angled). Voltage 230V. Bring an adapter if needed.

Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is 20 km south – take the 777 bus, shuttle, or taxi. Brisbane Airport (BNE) is 90 km north – use the Airtrain to Helensvale then tram.

Visit the beach, go up the Q1 SkyPoint, explore theme parks (Dreamworld, Sea World), and enjoy nightlife.

Yes, many parks, playgrounds, and calm swimming areas. The beach has lifeguards.

Australian SIMs are cheap. Prepaid plans start at $10. Free Wi-Fi in many hotels and cafés.

Public drinking is banned. Fines apply for littering. Always swim between the flags.