Sitting to the north of Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast is the quieter, mellower sister to the Gold Coast to the south.
Endless beaches, beautiful national parks and a lush hinterland await travellers lucky enough to spend some time in the area.
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Up to $2, 500 free in extras with Queensland packages
Valid on select 3, 5 and 7-nights Queensland packages. Includes return fare, accommodation and more. T&Cs apply.
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$890: 5-night resort stay in Palm Cove
Valid for travel between 1-19 December 2018 and 11 January - 31 March 2019. Includes 5-nights at the 5-star Peppers Beach Club & Spa, return flights, airport transfers, buffet breakfast daily, 1 cocktail per day per adult, a 5-course chef’s tasting plate and two $25 spa vouchers. T&Cs apply.
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Up to 30% off Australia hotels
Valid for travel on select dates. Destinations include Melbourne, Sydney, Sunshine Coast, Hobart and more. T&Cs apply.
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Get $1, 500 in free extras with 5-night Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort packages
Valid for stays between 28 October - 1 November, 2-21 December 2018 and 28 January - 31 August 2019. Includes accommodation, return airfare and more. T&Cs apply.
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My Queensland
Queensland: 5-nights resort accommodation + flights from $890
Valid for travel between 1-19 December 2018 and 11 January - 31 March 2019. Package includes 5 nights accommodation at Peppers Beach Club & Spa, Palm Cove, daily breakfast, return airfare, return airport transfers plus $1,000 bonus value and more. T&Cs apply.
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Groupon
20% off airport transfers
Valid for travel until 31 December 2018, including over Christmas. Destination includes Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne and Sunshine Coast. T&Cs apply.
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Groupon
Up to 12% off Australia Zoo ticket
Valid for 1-day or 2-day ticket. Includes free Wildlife Hospital entry. T&Cs apply.
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Budget Car Rental
Fourth day free car hire in Queensland
Valid from 4 June 2018 - 31 October 2018. Minimum of 4 days rental. T&Cs apply.
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Avis
Sixth-day free Queensland car hire
Valid from 1 October - 16 December 2018. Minimum of 6 days. T&Cs apply.
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Avis
Queensland one-way free car hire
Valid from 15 August – 14 December 2018. Minimum of 3-day rental. T&Cs apply.
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Hamilton Island
Hamilton island stays from just $150 per night
Valid for local Queensland residence living as far north as Port Douglas and as far south as Gladstone. Price includes transfers from Airlie Beach, Wi-Fi access, shuttle service and use of some water and sports equipment.
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Fast facts about the Sunshine Coast
Where is it? Just north of Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast can be found on Queensland's coast.
How do I get there? The Sunshine Coast's main airport is in Maroochydore, with flights from Jetstar, Virgin and Qantas available from limited destinations. A 1.5-2-hour drive down the coast, depending where you're going, Brisbane Airport is an alternate option with more flight options available. Read more...
When should I go? Just as the area's warming up after winter, but before the summer crowds kick in, October and November are some of the best months to visit. Read more...
What should I do? Meet koalas at Australia Zoo, beach hop, explore national parks, go for a nature walk in the hinterland. Read more...
