Apart from its natural attractions, the Gold Coast lures visitors with its annual calendar of world-class cultural and sporting events. The Indycar Australia roars through the streets of Surfers Paradise accompanied by spectacular off-track entertainment. Other visitors time their holidays to coincide with the Gold Coast Marathon Week, Australian Surf Life Saving Titles, the Magic Millions Summer and Winter Horse Racing Carnivals or International Golf Championships.

Entertainment Never Stops Entertainment Australia's Gold Coast go hand in hand. Children stare in wide-eyed wonder at a passing parade of cartoon characters, big colourful rides, cuddly and endangered animals, miniature trains, open cockpit planes, helicopters, go-karts and hi-tech games. The entertainment line-up is just as big for adults and includes live stage shows, theatre restaurants, nightclubs, balloon rides, cruises, 4WD safaris, golf and deep sea fishing

Warner Bros. Movie World has the suspended rollercoaster Lethal Weapon, the Police Academy Stunt Show, Batman-The Ride and the all new Scooby Doo Coaster plus the all new Looney Tunes Village for toddles.

Award-winning marine park Sea World is famed for its amazing dolphins and sea lions. The action continues with daredevil stunts of the international ski team or a ride into the mysterious world of the Bermuda Triangle.

Dreamworld's themed worlds include Tiger Island, Creature Cruise, Gold Rush Country, Wipeout and the Tower of Terror - the world's tallest and fastest ride, and just when you thought you'd experienced the ultimate thrill ride, along comes Dreamworld's Giant Drop!