New theme park for the Coast!

One of the Gold Coast's most popular theme parks ( and my favorite too!) , Dreamworld, is about to get a new neighbor in the form of a water theme park .

Dreamworld who is owned by Macquarie Leisure Trust has announced that work on the new 65 million dollar theme park will start as early as the start of the new year.

There are currently 3 other theme parks on the Gold Coast being Movie World, Sea World and Wet n Wild.

This is great news for the Coast with the creation of new jobs throughout the construction phase and into the operation stage. It also adds to the value attraction for visitors looking at coming to the Coast and Im sure travel marketers and agents will be excited to hear this news also.

These parks are all located in the Coomera/Oxenford area which is booming with record real estate sales and development.

Is there enough traffic for 5 major theme parks? I would have to say yes, our visiting numbers are growing and from all reports the Gold Coast Airport is booming and looking at runway extensions to accept International flights. Add to that the fast growing population of the area and I can see a lot of winners.

Stay tuned for the marketing war between Macquarie and Village Roadshow, who own Movie World and Wet n Wild! I think they'll need plenty of water to cool that down!

Main Beach

The upmarket suburb of Main Beach lies between the Surfers Paradise and the commercial hub of the Gold Coast - Southport. Bordered by the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean and tranquil waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater and Main River system.

Main Beach has evolved into the boutique upmarket suburb of the Gold Coast with its highly favoured residential living. An ultimate lifestyle where one can dine alfresco and enjoy the company of friends at sidewalk cafes and restaurants without even hopping into a car.

Accommodation is plentiful with most featuring a short walk to the ocean and magnificent views. The area is also the chosen home of the Palazzo Versace, Australia's only six star hotel and the beautiful Sheraton Mirage.

Also close by is Marina Mirage featuring shopping and fine dining and a number of activities based on the Marina including Jetskiing, parasailing, dinner cruises and boat charters.