With clean wide open spaces, uncluttered towns and beaches, and abundant fresh air, the Sunshine Coast is 'naturally refreshing.'

Discover the naturally refreshing Sunshine Coast with beautiful sandy beaches, pristine national parks, seaside resorts and charming hinterland towns. The perfect destination to relax, revitalise and naturally refresh.

• Accessed by Sunshine Coast Airport and located one hour's drive north of Brisbane
• Experience a laid-back lifestyle
• Meet friendly, down-to-earth people
• Enjoy a sunny sub-tropical climate with average temperatures of 25.2 degrees
• Explore 9 national parks
• Find a hole on over 20 golf courses and five championship courses
• Climb Mt Coolum – the world's second largest rock

With warm temperatures and over 100 kilometres of natural sandy coastline, peaceful everglades, dramatic waterfalls, lush rainforest and colourful underwater worlds, this is where the hustle and bustle fades away.

Caloundra to Kawana is the perfect playground. Cycle or walk the scenic shorelines, take a dip in the ocean front swimming pool, or explore the spectacular waterways of Moreton Bay Marine Park by boat, jetski or kayak.

The heart of the Sunshine Coast – Marcoola to Mooloolaba – has some of Australia's most vibrant and exciting beachfront destinations which showcase the laid back, cafe worshiping, water-loving way of life. Take a walk along the spectacular coastline and watch the local surfers take on the waves from several viewing areas, or take a lesson and join in the fun. 

The Hinterland is the perfect place to revitalise your soul. Experience waterfalls, rainforests, stunning views of the Glass House Mountains and panoramic vistas of the coastline. Visit friendly country towns and stroll through quaint villages, discover unique art, and sample locally grown food.

Whether it's shopping on Hastings Street, eating sumptuous cuisine in Noosaville or spotting a koala in the magnificent National Park, Noosa's lifestyle is an enticing mix of sophistication, beach culture and natural beauty.

The natural beauty and breathtaking landscape, is complimented with a wide selection of accommodation from camping to five star luxury, which can be found on the beachfront, or nestled in the hinterland. This is enhanced with shopping, entertainment, festivals, music and sporting events which are hosted year round in a climate that is the envy of many.

Indulge at one of the many restaurants and eateries along the coast; wander through the numerous colourful markets which showcase local produce and handmade crafts; catch a fish; cruise the waterways; hit a golf ball: relax, revitalise and refresh on the Sunshine Coast.

Access
A safe and popular destination, thanks to its easy access, local airport and proximity one hour north of Brisbane. Sunshine Coast Airport has daily services from Sydney and Melbourne serviced by Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Tiger Airways. Sunshine Coast Airport now welcomes international flights, with Air New Zealand scheduling twice weekly seasonal services from June to October. Visitors can also fly direct into Brisbane Airport (International and Domestic). Regular mini bus transfers and private car transfers are available door to door from both Brisbane and Sunshine Coast airports.

Climate

Aptly named, the Sunshine Coast has a year round sunny sub-tropical temperature of 25.2 degrees, that's the envy of many other regions. In fact, it's arguable that the weather provides one of the most comfortable climates in the world.

Why Sunshine Coast?

Here, you will meet friendly down-to-earth people and take your pick from a huge variety of accommodation styles, exquisite restaurants and open-air shopping ranging from oceanfront boutiques to thriving markets, and a multitude of attractions.

For further information on hot deals, what to see and do, where to visit, upcoming events or to make a booking, visit our website: www.visitsunshinecoast.com.au

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