Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise is the centre from which sprang much of the Gold Coast’s reputation for glitz and glamour, bikini-clad beauties, vibrant night life and a colourful beach scene.
The construction of world class beachside hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants, the high rise explosion, colourful night-time neon signage, pyjamas parties, quirky architecture, and innovations like the meter maids feeding expired parking meters, all contributed to the larger-than-life image of Surfers Paradise.
It is a popular spot for families with its perfect patrolled beaches, street theatre and an endless array of multi-cultural restaurants.
Surfers Paradise has been at the heart of major development of the Gold Coast for the past 30 years and while development has spread to the north and south, it remains the hub of activity. Having a diverse population of over 30,000 people , Surfers Paradise comprises of families, couples and retirees.
The population grows enormously during the peak tourist seasons allowing the Gold Coast tourism market to provide a dymamic employment base for current and potential residents.
