Joanna James
The idyllic town of Caloundra that lies upon the pristine southernmost shores of Sunshine Coast Region is a place of exquisite charm. The area that attracts large numbers of tourists throughout the year offers plenty of things to do and see. The article below gives details about 6 things that you can enjoy here in this sunny little town.
The excitement that envelops the town when the Caloundra Street Fair takes place every Sunday is truly electrifying! This sensational fair has been voted as the best street market on Sunshine Coast so you really must make time to experience it. There is something on offer for everyone here so do visit the fair if you are travelling with family. Plenty of fun games and activities for little children, live entertainment, fresh flowers, unique handcrafted items and of course a remarkable array of delicacies are all included in the Caloundra Street Fair. There are over 100 stalls to explore so make sure you come well prepared to enjoy a good day of exploration. If you stay at centrally located Caloundra resorts you will be able to get to the venue with great ease. From places like Oaks Oasis Resort, you can reach the fair in 5 minutes by car.
Visit the glorious little Bribie Island to admire the spectacular beauty of Australia's wildlife. You will be able to witness the charm of kangaroos, wallabies, emus as well as dingos when you travel to the Bribie Island National Park, located in the island. There are over 350 species birds here as well. The island is connected to the mainland through the Pumicestone Passage, which serves as a habitat for turtles and dolphins.
This famous museum which is located at Caloundra Airport has the largest collection of historical aircrafts in Queensland. You will be able to admire the majestic beauty of old aircraft engines and equipment and browse through interesting photographs displayed at the museum to enjoy a day of informative entertainment with your whole family.
If you are travelling with children, the famous Kings Beach should definitely be included in your itinerary! This area that provides ceaseless fun for all is quite popular among families. Be warned though, that during the school holidays this charming destination can get really crowded. The beach is home to a number of restaurants and eateries that serve delicious delicacies as well. Do try out the sensational tastes at places such as Beau's and NonNoms while you are here.
The heat of Caloundra will inevitably make you yearn for the refreshing goodness of a freshly served gelato! The famous Milano Gelateria is quite popular among locals and tourists alike as the range of gelatos served here is truly very interesting and appealing. The ambience is charming and the service is always warm and friendly so you will without a doubt experience a wonderful time here.
This one is for the adrenaline junkies who visit Caloundra. The Sunshine Coast Skydivers offers the exhilarating thrills of tandem jumps from as high as 15,000 feet! If you are apprehensive first-timer, you can opt to take the Accelerated Freefall Course before taking the leap too. The experience will truly take your breath away, literally and figuratively!
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