Beautiful, Balmy Noosa
Beautiful, balmy Noosa – the gem of
Queensland's
Sunshine Coast and Lifestyle Capital of Australia. This is the perfect place to take a few days break to enjoy this glorious between-seasons time of year. There are so many things to do – national parks and everglades to explore, fascinating man-made attractions, day trips to the hinterland, boating and fishing, the full menu of adventure activities, and sun-drenched beaches for swimming, surfing or just lazing about. And then there's the famous Noosa lifestyle – a unique combination of sophisticated charm and laidback living. Enjoy boutique shopping and gourmet dining – Noosa style.
Take a tour
The best way to take in all the sights, shows and shopping in the Noosa region is with a day tour. Whether it's wineries or wildlife, action and adventure, or just browsing for craft and curios, there's a tour to suit you. You'll find the perfect stress-free solution to getting the best out of your holiday at
East Coast & Country.
Noosa Food Trail
Noosa is renowned as a haven for foodies. Here's your chance to sample the local cuisine at the award winning restaurants and cafes. Better still, treat yourself to a relaxing drive in the hinterland to discover the produce that makes Noosa Australia's leading culinary destination. Roadside stalls, farmers' markets, fishing boats – try the 'paddock to plate' and 'sea to plate' options. Sample some of the region's specialty artisan products and the famous Noosa style cuisine created by the local restaurants and cafes. Casual al fresco eateries, pubs and sports clubs, award winning restaurants – Noosa is a gourmand's mecca.
Jazz and Blues
April
If your wine tastes better with a bit of jazz then plan a trip to Noosa at the end of April and take in the Dingo Creek Wine, Jazz and Blues Festival. Located at
Traveston in the Noosa hinterland, the Dingo Creek Vineyard hosts this two day festival featuring a line up of Australian and international jazz legends, as a fundraiser for SIDS and Kids QLD. This year's line-up includes Don Burrows,
Ed Wilson, John Morrison, Kevin Hunt and Mason Rack. More details about the event and venue on
www.dingocreek.com.au.
Market culture
A visit to the Noosa region is not complete without at least one market experience. Local and imported art and craft, fresh produce, plants, specialty foods, natural therapies, clothing, furniture and souvenirs – all in the one place and surrounded by that special market ambience. The famous
Eumundi Markets, just 20km west of Noosa, are held every Wednesday and Saturday mornings and offer a huge range of all of the above plus bands and buskers. At the Noosa Harbour Marine Village Markets you can combine waterfront dining, café culture and ferry rides with your market shopping – held every Sunday morning. Every second and fourth Sunday, the Noosa Farmers Markets (AFL grounds) and the Pomona Markets (main street) are the places to buy locally grown produce and exotic and native plants. South of Noosa at
Peregian the beachside markets held every first, third and fifth Sunday of the month focus on art and craft. For the full market menu check out
Sunshine Coast markets.
Catch a play or three
Feel like a night at the theatre? Then this is the right month to visit Noosa with the Noosa Arts Council One Act Play Festival at the
Noosa Arts Theatre in
Noosaville from April. Audiences can enjoy three new one-act plays each night of the festival and at the Sunday matinee at 2pm.
Golf – take a drive on the wild side
Noosa is surrounded by championship golf courses – Hyatt Coolum, Noosa Springs, Twin Waters, Mount Coolum, Tewantin-Noosa, and the Noosa Valley Country Club. Easily one of the most delightful is the
Kabi Golf Course, just 25 minutes drive from Noosa on the shores of Lake Cootharaba. This organic course is maintained free from toxic fertilisers and herbicides - the beautiful setting won the Sunshine Coast's Environmental Council's Eco-sustainability award in 2004. It is a fantastic place for both large and small groups, with 27 holes catering for golfers of all standards. Enjoy a round of golf and stay on for an lunch in the restaurant
overlooking the serene surroundings.
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