Travel: Australia - Gold Coast

[caroline3sg]

MMM:

For those going in December, pls cater for sunblocks, hats, comfortable clothings eg. t-shirts, shorts, bermudas.


We went in Dec last year and the weather was really hot. Not to be a wet blanket but it was so hot that the thought of queuing for rides or staying outdoor puts us off.

As we took on a package with 5 star, they took us to movie world directly when we touch down. So the way we were dressed weren't prepared for the hot sun.

suitable to wear track pants? You mean every day wear shorts? 得体吗 (joining tour group)?

[Fuzz]

caroline3sg:

suitable to wear track pants? You mean every day wear shorts? 得体吗 (joining tour group)?

December daytime will be hot. It's summer, so can get as hot as Singapore e.g. 30 deg. Less humid but the sun is strong. Wouldn't recommend track pants for daytime! Early morning and nights will be cooler though.

But that said, the weather these days is quite unpredictable. 2 years ago, I went to Brisbane (near Gold Coast) for a work trip in January. Thought it would be v warm. I ended up having to buy a jacket as it was quite cold.

[Chengg]

Fuzz:

caroline3sg:

suitable to wear track pants? You mean every day wear shorts? 得体吗 (joining tour group)?

December daytime will be hot. It's summer, so can get as hot as Singapore e.g. 30 deg. Less humid but the sun is strong. Wouldn't recommend track pants for daytime! Early morning and nights will be cooler though.

But that said, the weather these days is quite unpredictable. 2 years ago, I went to Brisbane (near Gold Coast) for a work trip in January. Thought it would be v warm. I ended up having to buy a jacket as it was quite cold.

So should wear shorts most of the time and bring jackets just in case? I dont really know what to pack after reading all this :? Maybe have to bring our 'jumbo' suitcase with so many types of clothing..

[i3mum]

Hi,


Just to check, is the duration of the flight takes about 11 hours from Singapore to Gold Coast?

[csc]

i3mum:

Hi,


Just to check, is the duration of the flight takes about 11 hours from Singapore to Gold Coast?

Don't think it takes so long lah..

Direct flight should be around 7.5 to 8 hours..

[MMM]

caroline3sg:

MMM:

For those going in December, pls cater for sunblocks, hats, comfortable clothings eg. t-shirts, shorts, bermudas.


We went in Dec last year and the weather was really hot. Not to be a wet blanket but it was so hot that the thought of queuing for rides or staying outdoor puts us off.

As we took on a package with 5 star, they took us to movie world directly when we touch down. So the way we were dressed weren't prepared for the hot sun.

suitable to wear track pants? You mean every day wear shorts? 得体吗 (joining tour group)?

All our tour mates were down to shorts and as casual as possible when we were at the theme park... It's too hot to dress \"nicely\".

[i3mum]

Really? Which airlines would you recommend?

csc:

Don't think it takes so long lah..

Direct flight should be around 7.5 to 8 hours..

[penglee]

i3mum, Qantas and SQ both having promotion now (Qantas hop city $90? deal sounds good).


Unfortunately no budget air from SG flies to Brisbane Airport.
Brisbane airport another 1 hour drive to Gold Coast.

[i3mum]

Hi Penglee,


So there isn't any direct flight to Gold Coast, all have to take a ride from Brisbane.. pardon me, i haven't been to there before.

May I know what's the Qantas hop city $90 deal?

penglee:

i3mum, Qantas and SQ both having promotion now (Qantas hop city $90? deal sounds good).

Unfortunately no budget air from SG flies to Brisbane Airport.
Brisbane airport another 1 hour drive to Gold Coast.

[qms]

i3mum:

Hi Penglee,


So there isn't any direct flight to Gold Coast, all have to take a ride from Brisbane.. pardon me, i haven't been to there before.

May I know what's the Qantas hop city $90 deal?

Please click http://www.qantas.com.au/travel/airlines/international-flight-specials/global/en?departureAirportCode=SIN to find out more details about the Qantas offer.

It may sound far, but the journey from Brisbane Airport to Gold Coast is rather pleasant. One hour's drive is not long.