Caloundra

Caloundra, located just 45 minutes north of Brisbane lies at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast region and stretches across 1102 square kilometres from the mountains to the sea. In this bustling seaside city in the south-east corner of Queensland you will have a range of attractions, activities, luxury accommodation and excellent dining and entertainment all on your doorstep.

Caloundra is easily accessible by road, air or train from anywhere in Australia and overseas. Many people use Caloundra as their holiday base to explore the wonderful attractions that surround this magnificent part of the Sunshine Coast.

With an annual growth rate of 4.2% and a current population of 88,500 people and still growing, it is one of the fastest growing cities in Australia.

Caloundra has many great things going for this vibrant city, such as warm sunny days, crystal blue water, white sandy beaches and a tropical ambience right throughout the city. Where ever you decide to call home you will have either breathtaking views of the gorgeous ocean and beyond or spectacular views of the hinterland that lies behind Caloundra.

With so many things to occupy your time you will wonder where to start first, why not go exploring through the Glass House Mountains on some of the fantastic natural walks, do some fishing in the estuaries or even a spot of camping to get back to nature. The breathtaking peaks of the Glass House Mountains rise in dramatic fashion as you explore the historic towns of Beerwah, Landsborough and Glass House Mountains.

There are also other great activities on offer in Caloundra such as surfing, fishing, wonder around the fascination townships the surround Caloundra, have a sticky beak in the art and craft galleries, visit Australia Zoo, see exotic fruit plantations, visit the Big Pineapple, go go-karting or simply relax on the nine different beaches and soak up the sun.

Kings Beach is the most renowned beach in Caloundra, perfect for swimming, fishing and excellent surfing conditions for people of all ages to enjoy this sport. There are many rock pools for the kids to go exploring in, fish from the rock wall and there is even a man made swimming pools where the waves lap over the side as you relax in the cooling waters of Caloundra.

The unhurried atmosphere and the friendly locals make up this wonderful city that will have you completely forgetting about the everyday stresses of life as you start your holiday in this magnificent seaside city.

Dining in Caloundra is second to none with a number of fine dining restaurants, bistros, clubs, bars, cafes and takeaway outlets to take your pick from. Sit in a waterfront cafe while you enjoy a great cup of coffee or book a table at one of the seafront restaurants where you can enjoy fine dining at its very best. No matter what you are looking for, whether it is a quick bite to eat or a full sit down, silver service meal, you will find it in Caloundra. All of eateries in Caloundra have really made a name for themselves, not just for the fantastic meals that are served everyday but also for the friendly hospitality! Caloundra’s hinterland is also home to some rather exclusive restaurants where you would expect to pay the earth for a meal, but you will be pleasantly surprised with the fine dining options available without breaking the bank, and the views at the top of the mountain are simply exquisite!

No matter what you want to do it is all here in Caloundra, watching crocs be hand feed, go horse riding, skydiving, visit a theme park, enjoy a punt on the horse at the race course, take a wine tour through the hinterland or go boating or sailing across the calm sea waters that surround Caloundra.

There are also many winding roads through the mountains leading you to many quaint towns waiting to be discovered, and as you meander on through the mountains you will be fascinated by the friendliness of the locals and the lush green rainforests and waterfalls that have beautiful picnic grounds a swimming enclosures that you can easily spend a whole at.

The weather is perfect practically all year round, with the day being hot enough for a summer swim and cool enough in the evening to light a cosy fire! The winter for Caloundra are calm, dry and short sleeve shirts are perfect day wear and the summers have a tropical feel and often experience night showers to cool things off.

So make the choice today to come to beautiful Caloundra to experience the dining, attractions, activities and luxury accommodation that is all here for the taking.