Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Kingscliff

"The Gold Coast’s not all about bling, surf and theme parks – the expansive hinterland provides lush rainforest to go with all that golden sand. And the Unesco World Heritage-listed Springbrook National Park is one of its highlights, home to a dense forest and rich diversity of bird life, perched on an ancient volcano. Don’t miss the highly Instagrammable Natural Bridge cave and waterfall."

"Just 45 minutes' drive from the coast, Springbrook National Park is centred on a volcano that erupted about 23 million years ago. Many of the trails are kid-friendly and there are multiple picnic areas. Before you lace up your hiking shoes, drive the Springbrook Circuit to get acquainted with the park."

"Less than an hour’s drive from Surfers Paradise and you will be amongst the natural beauty of Springbrook National Park. It’s known for its lush rainforest, spectacular waterfalls, and stunning views. It forms part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area."

"One of the essentials of the Gold Coast, especially for first-timers, is the Skypoint Observation Deck. Situated on top of the Q1, Skypoint will give you access to the highest point above the Gold Coast while providing spectacular, uninhibited 360-degree views that stretch from the surf to the hinterland and beyond. While access to the deck itself may seem pricey for simple access, the views on offer are unparalleled and the price of admission is well worth it."

"The Q1 building, in Surfers Paradise, is one of the world’s tallest residential buildings at 322.5m high. The SkyPoint Observation Deck is on the 77th floor and provides incredible views of the coast, city, and mountains. It has one of Australia’s fastest elevators taking you from ground to Level 77 (230m above sea level) in 42.7 seconds."

"SkyPoint Observation Deck is an observation deck located on levels 77 and 78 of Building Q1 (Australia’s tallest residential tower) in Surfers Paradise. It includes a museum, weather station, theatre, and lounge bar on two levels. It is Australia’s only waterfront observation deck and can accommodate 400 people."

"Shared tables, funky bars and talented local artists make Miami Marketta the place to be on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights. This live music venue, creative hub and outdoor dining venue has plenty of tasty street food and seating for 450 people. Disclosure: The writer loves the Gold Coast’s markets and spends way too much money each time she visits one."

"Completed with live bands, international food stalls, and a “Gin Parlour” – all under bright colors and twinkling lights. Highlight: Seoul Sisters street food. Location: 23 Hillcrest Parade Miami, Gold Coast"

"Just an hour from Southport in the heart of the Gold Coast is Lamington National Park. Lush rainforests, ancient trees, waterfalls, summits, spectacular views and more than 160 km of walking tracks make the UNESCO World Heritage listed Gondwana Rainforest of the Lamington National Park a magical place to visit. The Binna Burra and Green Mountain sections of the national park have many short walks for day trippers."

"You’ll find this track on the Green Mountains side of Lamington National Park (near O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat). Step into cool rainforest, where enormous curved buttress roots rise from the ground and ancient trees tower overhead. See if the kids can spot where rainforest transitions into open woodland, and don’t forget to take some photos of the expansive views from the lookout at the end of the track."

"Part of Australia’s Gondwana Rainforests, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lamington National Park is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Covering 77 square miles (200 square kilometers), it’s known for its rich biodiversity, ancient trees, over 500 waterfalls, and more than 100 miles (160 kilometers) of hiking trails.More"

"Easily the most famous beach on the Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise is also easily the most popular and crowded throughout the year due to its close proximity to the main attractions and theme parks, accommodation, nightlife and entertainment hub of the Gold Coast. The name "Surfers Paradise" can be deceiving however; while Surfers' beach is definitely one of the most beautiful on the Gold Coast and if not, the world, the conditions for actual surfing are no better (and often far worse) than other Gold Coast-area alternatives such as Kirra, Duranbah and Burleigh Heads. Being situated a mere 100m walk from a huge range of restaurants, shopping outlets and fast food chains means that what Surfers Paradise beach lacks in big waves it more than makes up for in convenience, and its location near so many resorts and holiday apartment buildings makes it a hugely popular location to while away weekends either lazing on the beach or enjoying the great swimming conditions."

"Sun, sand, and sea — the Gold Coast's alliterative assets — are on impressive display at this iconic three-kilometer strand. Despite all the skyscrapers rising behind the beach and the many bronzed bodies basking along its shore, it remains a surprisingly clean and picturesque stretch. Kids can splash around in the shallows or build sandcastles in the soft white sand."

"Currumbin is a beautiful beach that has a distinct aura from the other beaches in Gold coast. The majestic waterway of the Currumbin Creek is linked to pristine, beautiful rainforest mountains of Queensland in the west. With a fabulous right-hand surf break for the longboard surf riders, this beach is a real paradise for the adventure lovers."

"A beautiful white sand beach which is most famous for it’s sunsets. With sweeping views over the coastline, this is a fantastic local beach off the tourist trail with spectacular views and less crowds. With sweeping views over the coastline, this is a fantastic local beach off the tourist trail with spectacular views and less crowds."

"Near the New South Wales state border, Coolangatta Beach provides a much more peaceful alternative to the tourist-packed Surfer's Paradise beaches a 30-minute drive north. Spending a day on the soft sun-soaked sands here is one of the best things to do on the Gold Coast for free. If you look at a Gold Coast tourist map, you'll see that this stretch of coast faces north, which means the water is typically calmer with great conditions for swimming."

"A beautiful clean white sand beach away from the madness of the main Gold Coast strip, come here to relax and get away from it all. This beach is not crowded, the waves are less fierce, and with lifeguards present this beach is ideal for families. Coolangatta Beach Gold Coast Australia"

"Coolangatta Beach is renowned for its casual culture and relaxed vibe. The schooner Coolangatta was wrecked here in 1846, which gave this beach its name. This quaint little suburb exudes old-school charm in the beachside and is one of the quiet beaches in Gold Coast."

"Always a popular surfing destination due to its widely renowned surf break, Burleigh Heads and the point which is a hotspot for weekend barbecues and picnics due to its large, scenic park which overlooks the ocean. Providing a good alternative to the more tourist-populated suburbs of the Gold Coast, Burleigh's beaches can also draw significant numbers, especially when the surf is up and spectators as well as participants may appear. Burleigh provides a pleasant beach atmosphere that is protected by the point to the south and offers one of the best all-round swimming, bodyboarding and surfing beaches on the Gold Coast, which is also reflected in the fact that the Quicksilver Pro professional surfing contest is often held at Burleigh Heads when the conditions are not suitable at other alternatives such as Kirra."

"Easily the best beach on the Gold Coast, come here for great waves and beautiful scenery. Best beaches in the Gold Coast. A great family beach with plenty of room for locals and tourists alike, facilities include parking, lifeguards, coffee shops, and is perfect for those wanting to get away from the main tourist strip of the Gold Coast."

"Burleigh Heads is one of the best bodyboarding, swimming and surfing beaches in the Gold Coast. The landscape is dotted by the majestic pine cone trees, known as the Norfolk Island Pines. Several barbecues and cricket matches are regularly held at the headlands of the Burleigh Heads suburb."

"The North Room does many wonderful dishes, but it’s safe to say they are best known for their wonderful Bento Boxes. These Bento Boxes are being delivered to you for your convenience, along with several choice alcoholic beverages for you to sip while you eat!. Pair your Bento Box with a negroni or Japanese whisky and have them both delivered to your door."

"Chefs at Govindas cook Indian-style vegan and vegetarian food, which makes this restaurant perfect for people who don’t consume meat at all, as well as for those who would like to try something different. Govindas diners can tuck into a convenient all-you-can-eat veggie buffet with hot and cold selections including a diverse choice of salads, curries and drinks for lunch or dinner. Each day, Govindas vegetarian menu includes new options so that visitors to the area of Surfers Paradise Boulevard can discover new flavours."

"Govindas Surfers Paradise is an iconic restaurant that offers folks on the Gold Coast a wide variety of vegetarian dishes served all-you-can-eat buffet style. Families seeking meat-free meals will be overwhelmed with choice including treats like mango lassi, basmati rice, potato bake, samosas and lasagna. You can choose either dining in or take away."

"Get your hands on some truly delicious plant-based goodness at Goodness Gracias, located in Palm Beach. Open Wednesday through to Sunday from 11 am to 8 pm, it’s a top spot for lunch and dinner. With limited seating spots inside and outside you may like to plan to grab your meal to-go and enjoy on the balcony of your accommodation, a gorgeous lookout spot or on the beach."

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