π 3-Day 2-Night Gold Coast Road Trip Guide π
Day 1: Wakeboarding Thrills! π©΅ Gold Coast Wake Park A wakeboarding paradise for pros & newbies alike! (Spoiler: We fell in immediately and basically swam for 2 hours π) Pricing: 1hr = $49 AUD | 2hr = $69 AUD (Newbies: Start with 1hr β your arms will thank you!) Extras: $10 wristband (mandatory) + $5 helmet rental (bike-style). Day 2: Splash-tastic Water Park Fun! π Wet 'n' Wild, Oxenford Rides galore! π’ Less crowds = shorter queues (even on Sundays!). Ticket: $119 AUD/person (no student discounts). Tips: Rent a locker ($12/day) or risk it on benches (many do!). Bring a towel β the wind gets chilly post-sun! βοΈ Prepare for a leg day β climbing stairs to rides = accidental cardio! π Day 3: Seafood Feast & Chill Vibes π Tasman Star Seafood Market Fresh picks: Lobster, mud crab, oysters, and mystery fish! π¦π¦ So fresh, it beats Sydneyβs! Note: No cooking service β DIY or eat raw like bosses. β οΈ Bonus Rec: Peters Fish Market β Fewer choices but oysters are next-level sweet! π©· Surfers Paradise & City Strolls Powder-soft sand ποΈ + surf sessions πβοΈ + quirky shops + buzzing nightlife! π Where We Stayed Surfers Paradise: Beachfront Airbnb (walk to everything!). π‘ Pro Tips Parking: Free at beaches, but $$$ in city centers. Sun Safety: SPF 50+ non-negotiable! βοΈ #GoldCoast #AustraliaTravel #RoadTrip #SeafoodLover #SydneyEscape