Stay at Novotel Gold Coast and then move to Coolangatta

We enjoyed our time at the Novotel hotel Surfers Paradise, where we use our Accor free night and spent the 2 days in the area exploring the Surfers Paradise shops and entertainment precinct. There were many people in the area and the nights were abuzz with younger people and the noise of the local Irish pub as well as many other restaurants.

Breakfast was in the Executive Lounge of the hotel where we enjoyed a Continental breakfast and an interesting assortment of items. It was really good

During the day we walked along the Boardwalk from Cavill Bvd through several cross roads, enjoyed a paddle in the water which was surprisingly warm.

Then enjoyed a morning coffee at one of the many cafes.

Lunch was a light meal of sandwiches and soft drink.

The weather has been sunny and bright with temperatures of 26 degrees and a light wind..

This has been a very enjoyable couple of days in good quality accommodation in a superb location on the Main Street at the Surfers Paradise main beach. There are many people about and unlike our visit last year the whole area is busy. Businesses are still suffering from significant staff shortages post the pandemic with almost no overseas workers on 457 Visas or students from overseas undertaking university courses. The whole entertainment and hospitality industries are doping it tough.