We are handily placed right on the Broadwater at Marine Parade. Directly across the road is the start and finish to the Marathon and the Triathlon, I have watched the ITU Triathlon the last few times it has been here, and its really exciting to watch. The organisers have made it a spectator event by condensing the course into a number of small circuits, 8 laps of 5km on the bike, and 4 laps of 2.5km for the run, it will be great to watch.

A 10 minute walk from our apartment block is the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre, where the swimming for the Commonwealth Games will be held. I went to watch the last night of the trials last weekend, and it took me 15 minutes to walk to my car, so how lucky will you be staying here.

We are also only a 20 minute walk from the Hockey on Musgrave Avenue, on the way there, you can call in one of the numerous cafes in Chirn Park, and on the way back stop for a drink in one of the bars.

We are also close to the light rail, the nearest stop is 10 minutes away on Scarborough Street, nip into Chinatown before you get on. The light rail now goes from Broadbeach in the south, to Helensvale in the north. Helensvale is also where you can transfer to a train to go to Brisbane. On the way to Helensvale, there are stops for Griffith Uni, the closest to the games village, and the Gold Coast University  Hospital.

With road closures causing transport to be slow, walking and using the light rail will be the in thing.

The well loved Surfers Paradise Festival is back for another year in 2015. Spanning over two weeks from the 3rd until the 18th of April, everyone is welcome to celebrate the fun-loving, carefree buzz of Surfers Paradise with loads of exciting free activities.

This years festival features food, art, music and entertainment in the precinct, with a action packed program to cater to those of all interests.

Watch in awe as Australia’s best street performers battle it out over the Easter long weekend and experience non-stop entertainment and fun at the Festival Pavillion. Relax at the beach on a beanbag whilst enjoying a night of short film watching at SIPFest. Lastly gaze on in wonder as pyrotechnics battle it out in a fireworks display at the festival’s most popular event; Seafire.

The event is set to encapsulate all that Surfers paradise has to offer, and will be sure to be a family friendly time for all.

More information can be found at the Surfers Paradise Festival website  or download the Festival Program  here!

Located in Southport, Aqualine Serviced Apartments is in the perfect proximity to Surfers Paradise, theme parks and other points of interest. We have compiled an action packed list of activities which will assure you have holiday fond holiday memories for years to come.

Timezone – Located in the heart of Surfers Paradise, Timezone is the largest indoor family entertainment centre in Australia. Your day will be filled with fun with attractions and games such as laser skirmish, dodgem cars, mini golf and bowling. Tickets start from $25 per person.

Infinity – This dream like maze is located in Surfers Paradise and is sure to leave you wanting more. Filled with special effects and illusions like none other, this 40 minute experience encourages interactive participation for the whole family. Tickets can be purchased on the Infinity Gold Coast website starting at $16.10.

Ripleys Believe It Or Not! – Take a self guided  tour of the unusual, the fantastic and strangely weird displays at Ripleys Believe It Or Not in Surfers Paradise. Childrens tickets start from $12.50 and all other ticket information can be found on their website.

Dracula’s Haunted House – This terrifyingly fun haunted house has been designed to be family friendly and a memory maker for kids of all ages. Explore 5 different levels of interactive spooky fun house exhibits with tickets priced from $19 for children. A full ticket price list can be found at the Dracula’s Haunted House Website.

Surfers Paradise Tenpin – This state of the art bowling facility ensures that everyone involved will have a great time! Located next to Timezone in Surfers Paradise, this bowling alley offers new glow in the dark games unlike any other. Game prices for children start at $14. Visit  the Surfers Paradise Tenpin website for more information.

King Tutt’s Putt Putt – If fun is what you are looking for choose to spend your day at King Tutt’s Putt Putt in Surfers Paradise.  Play your game on the African Jungle, Ancient Egypt or Jurassic Park courses for the ultimate mini golf challenge. Childrens games start from $10 and $15 for adults, visit their website for more information.

7D Cinema – Buckle up for the 7D Cinema and discover a new dimension to virtual reality. Enjoy the incredible special effects in a variety of 10 different movie shows. The two 7D Cinemas can both be found in Surfers Paradise at Trickett St. and Cavill Avenue. Call (07) 5538 8308 for more information.

 Go Ride a Wave – Catering for different age categories and skill levels this renowned surf school is sure to provide hours of entertainments for the whole family. Located centrally on Surfers Paradise beach, classes are ran multiple times a day when weather and surf conditions are permitting. For pricing information visit the Go Ride a Wave website.

Call us to book now and  avoid missing out on accommodation.

This year the Surfers Paradise Sand Safari will be held from Friday the 13th of February until Sunday the 1st of March. Visit the Surfers Paradise foreshore to let the magic of sand sculpting take you to an enchanted wonderland. Sculptors can be seen at work from 8 am Friday the 13th, competing and building the Disney interactive sculpture. For more information on this free event visit Surfers Paradise Sand Safari .