The Sunshine Coast means sun-drenched beaches, sparkling water and year-round swimming in temperate waters. The secluded coves and bays fringed by Noosa National Park, one of the few absolute beachfront national parks in Australia.
There's the vast Pumicestone Passage, its sheltered waters dotted with kite surfers and small craft.
Stroll the charming Norfolk Pine-lined boulevard at Bulcock Beach, savouring a gelati along the way.
Long stretches of sandy beaches, including Kawana, Maroochydore, Coolum and Sunshine Beach are ideal for surfing, boogie boarding and relaxing walks.
Kings Beach is a unique combination of a surf beach with a salt water swimming pool.