Welcome to Noosa
Experience the best holiday getaway on the sunshine coast
The perfect paradise in sub-tropical Queensland and only 90 minutes drive north of Brisbane. Here at Noosa we have beautiful beaches, pristine waters and everything you need to enjoy an unforgettable holiday in a place that is free of ugly high-rise buildings.
Noosa holiday accommodation is famous for the way it has been built to blend into the landscape and that goes to enhance your holiday experience in this beautiful part of Queensland.
When you stay at Noosa you're only short distance from beaches, national parks, best cruise ports and other great natural wonders. You'll see koalas and exotic birdlife; you can fish from the beaches or the rivers or even go offshore with a fishing charter that will take you to all the best spots.Noosa is for everyone who wants to get away from the rush and bustle of every day life and escape into a world where the sun shines, the birds sing and life is lived at an entirely different pace.
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Here in Noosa we believe in living life as it should be and that's why everyone who comes here on holiday never wants to go home. This is where the climate, the scenery and the wildlife all combine to make you want to forget about all your cares and just unwind and relax.
The beach on at Noosa is as picturesque as you could hope for. The waves roll in from the Pacific Ocean and it's easy to imagine that you're far far away from the rush and bustle of the busy every day life you lead.
While the rest of the world may be in turmoil the beach at Noosa is a haven of tranquility where you can escape for that much needed rest and relaxation you have been dreaming of. You can swim and surf and let the waves wash away your cares or you can just sit back on the beach and work on your tan.
There's no one here to push you to rush through your day and here there's no time to do anything but take it easy in our sub-tropical paradise.
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What sort of holidays are available?
Noosa is not known for it's cheap holidays , however by searching online for deals and by using travel and accommodation portal websites , then holidaying in Noosa is quite affordable.Noosa is all about you, so whatever sort of holiday you want to have is what you will find here. If you want to swim and dive you can do that at Noosa. If you want to play golf and relax on the balcony of your resort you can do that here too.
If you want to go out and get close to nature in one of our great national parks then you're only a short drive away from them. And of course you can fish, tour the surrounding villages or just relax on the beach. More inclusive holidays
Noosa really is the all round holiday destination where you will enjoy the best of everything that this beautiful part of Queensland has to offer. If you are coming from overseas then consider Australian travel insurance covering vacations abroad or get online travel insurance and then come on up and let us show you some real Queensland hospitality.Alternatively, Travel Insurance Cover offers a range of travel insurance policies from an Australian Insurance company .
Alternative Accommodation
Take off and do something exotic and different on your next vacation. Visit the Noosa River and explore the lakes, tributaries and complex river system. You will be constantly thrilled and your mind will be enthralled by the vast amount of knowledge you will soon pick up as you continue on your Noosa adventure. Imagine renting out a houseboat for a few weeks as you enjoy days swimming and catching fish, only returning to shore to buy necessities. Evenings are spent gently rocking along the waves with no other boat on sight.
And you can fit up to eight people comfortably on a fully stocked and well established houseboat, so take the time to enjoy moments with your loved ones. Houseboats are perfect for people of all ages and backgrounds. The kitchen is fully equipped and facilities include hot showers, flushing toilets, TV, video, stereo and spacious decks to relax. Your tranquil days will be spent with each other and listening to the sounds of native animals and birds. Houseboats give you the opportunity to have a unique and fairly cheap alternative to commercial accommodation.
If you will still want to try something different, but houseboats aren't your cup of tea, experience the pleasure of staying in guest house accommodation. It is becoming an increasingly popular trend due to the ease of being in a different location yet with all the normal facilities and comfort of a home. Commercial hotels and resorts can be quite impersonal, and for those who want an intimate feel, guest houses are the best choice and are also at quite reasonable prices.
Getting to and from Noosa
Free holiday shuttle bus
During the holiday season, Noosa provides the popular free bus service to reduce holiday congestion and to maintain Noosa's relaxed, coastal feel. The bus is available between December and January and reduces parking pressures as well as reduces traffic congestion by approximately 40, 000 vehicle trips.
Getting around Noosa this holiday season will be a breeze, with the popular free bus service once again buzzing around favorite haunts and beaches, and reducing holiday traffic congestion. Wherever you are staying, ask your hotel manager for the leaflet with timetable and route details. If not, call Tourism Noosa's visitors centres on Hastings Street , the Heritage Hut on Tewantin or in the Noosa Harbour Marine Village . If not, route information and the timetable is available at Translink.
Airports
Choose to fly from Sunshine Coast Airport in Maroochydore, which has direct flights to and from most Australian capital cities and is only thirty minutes away from Noosa. The airport in Brisbane is the domestic an international gateway for the state of Queensland and you can choose to fly from there to Sunshine Coast airport, then proceed to Noosa.
Recent Noosa News
Brisbane Times
Elections spark war
Noosa News
WHILE March 24 has suddenly assumed enormous importance for all those who want Noosa Council to be free to decide its own local government future, a date possibly set in June 2013 could be pivotal. After Premier Anna Bligh on Wednesday morning ended ...
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Australia Day over, now for a sickie
Courier Mail
Host Ben Dark let rip as 200 of the nation's newest citizens and their families celebrated at a ceremony in Noosa on Australia Day. MAN IN THE MIDDLE: Ben Dark gives Noosa's Australia Day citizenship ceremony an irreverent twist.
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Pay rises 'obscene'
Noosa News
NOOSA de-amalgamation proponent and former mayor Noel Playford has labelled the latest recommended pay increases for the Sunshine Coast council as obscene. Mr Playford claims that the Local Government Remuneration and Discipline Tribunal which has set ...
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Noosa, not Oz won Brits heart
Noosa News
Noosa resident Kerry Blackburn and her son Ethan will become Australian citizens on Australia Day. MORE than four years after moving to Noosaville from the United Kingdom, Kerry Blackburn will this week stand beside her nine-year-old son Ethan and ...
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Power plan green victory
Noosa News
NOOSA Biosphere's board is claiming a green victory after seeking changes to the selected route of the proposed powerline upgrade from Sunrise Hills to Peregian. Energex, after consultations with Noosa Biosphere and its own investigations, ...
Noosa Free Come and Try Sports Session
My Sunshine Coast (press release)
Hundreds of local primary school children will get the chance to 'test drive' a range of sports at the Noosa Free Come and Try Sports Session on Tuesday, 7 February at the Noosa District Sports Complex, Tewantin. The event is a partnership between the ...
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Not just one of the boys
Noosa News
"They (the male workmates) are all fantastic to work with," Bec told the Noosa News this week. But fitting in does not mean she has to be one of the boys all the time. "I'm still a girly girl - I like my shoes and handbags," Bec said.
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Class acts start school days
Noosa News
SCHOOL was back in session for thousands of students around the Noosa region this week. Students were either filled with the thrill of attending classes for the first time, or the dread of returning from holidays and the waiting homework.
Weathering downpours
Noosa News
Outdoor Australia Day celebrations were some of the biggest casualties - the council-organised Noosa Local Legends Event had to be moved from Noosaville Lions Park to Noosa Leisure Centre. The local SES crews were kept on their toes as well, ...
Teaching old dogs new tricks
Noosa News
The event on March 11 will be the main attraction of the opening ceremony at the annual Noosa Festival of Surfing. The surfing dog spectacular, sponsored by Bayer, is tipped to be a favourite event this year for the spectators at the festival.