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And lucky for you, this coastline offers front-row seats to nature's greatest migration show.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b260db2cbcbe7073adb003-sea-world-cruises-whale-watching\" target=\"_self\" title=\"sea world cruises\"\u003ESea World Cruises\u003C/a\u003E takes whale watching seriously with their beast of a vessel, the Spirit of Migaloo II. Six external viewing platforms mean everyone gets the perfect shot, and with tours running six times daily from June to November, you've got options. Here's the kicker – they guarantee you'll see whales, or you get a free return trip. That's confidence.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b2607a2cbcbe7073ada8b2-whales-in-paradise\" target=\"_self\" title=\"whales in paradise gold coast\"\u003EWhales in Paradise\u003C/a\u003E keeps things equally impressive with their 100% daily sightings record and purpose-built vessels that get you up close (safely) with these ocean giants. Plus, their tours include a scenic cruise through the Gold Coast's most exclusive canals – think floating house tour meets whale safari.\u003Ca id=\"surf\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe best part? Whale season here starts earlier and ends later than anywhere else in Queensland. Missed them heading north? Catch them on the return journey. It's like having two chances to witness nature’s most gasp-worthy catwalk.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003E2.\u003C/b\u003E \u003Cb\u003ESurf’s up \u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#FFC54D","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1112998360":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2023_GC_KirraBeach_Beaches_JesseLindemann_154112.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2023_GC_KirraBeach_Beaches_JesseLindemann_154112.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56fbaba228da3c887bc552f8-kirra","alt":"Young boy surfs wave at a gold coast beach","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/top-reasons-to-visit-the-gold-coast-in-winter/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1112998360.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1775731569956/2023-gc-kirrabeach-beaches-jesselindemann-154112.jpeg","uuid":"a6645481-38f7-430f-88a7-115054f055ed","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Kirra Beach, Gold Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1465698651":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EPlot twist: winter delivers the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/surfing/surfing-endless-stoke-best-surf-spots\" target=\"_self\" title=\"gold coast surfing\"\u003EGold Coast's best waves\u003C/a\u003E. While everyone else is nursing summer hangovers, you'll be carving perfect barrels in surprisingly uncrowded lineups.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Point at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/burleigh-heads\" target=\"_self\" title=\"burleigh heads\"\u003EBurleigh Heads\u003C/a\u003E transforms into a right-hand dream during winter's offshore winds. June typically serves up the cleanest, most rideable waves, though autumn and winter consistently deliver. Too crowded? Duck north toward Miami for more elbow room.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDown south, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-58378299ceeba1e578ecbec2-snapper-rocks\" target=\"_self\" title=\"snapper rocks\"\u003ESnapper Rocks\u003C/a\u003E doesn't mess around. This exposed point break cranks out consistently epic surf, especially when those southeast swells hit between April and September. It's a year-round winner, but winter is when it really shows off.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThen there's \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/48-hours-in-kirra-beach\" target=\"_self\" title=\"kirra beach\"\u003EKirra\u003C/a\u003E – arguably the planet's best right-hand sand point break.\u003Ca id=\"hinterland\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E When winter's east-southeast swells combine with offshore winds, the barrels get seriously next-level. Not surfing? The iconic Kirra Shelter Shed offers prime spectator seating for watching winter's finest performances (though we’re partial to a surfside spritz at Siblings too).\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E3. 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Think fireplaces, rainforest views, and crisp mountain air that pairs perfectly with a warm cuppa or \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/wineries-breweries-and-distilleries/gold-coast-wine-tours\" target=\"_self\" title=\"gold coast wine tours\"\u003Ebold local red\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b262892cbcbe7073adcf31-nightfall\" target=\"_self\" title=\"nightfall lamington national park\"\u003ENightfall\u003C/a\u003E offers the ultimate glamping experience among the ancient rainforest of Lamington National Park – architecturally designed safari tents with fireplaces, fire-cooked cuisine, and million-star views. \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/national-parks/how-to-do-lamington-national-park\" target=\"_self\" title=\"how to do lamington national park\"\u003EOn the other side\u003C/a\u003E of the park, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d5ed5f1565045d9fb75-oreillys-rainforest-retreat\" target=\"_self\" title=\"O'Reilly's Rainforest Retrea\"\u003EO'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat\u003C/a\u003E is perfect for those seeking days on hiking trails and nights overlooking the World Heritage-listed wilderness (some suites come complete with a spa to enjoy the views).\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/where-to-stay-tamborine-mountain\" target=\"_self\" title=\"where to stay tamborine mountain\"\u003EWitches Falls Cottages on Tamborine Mountain\u003C/a\u003E delivers private cottages steps from wineries and that famous breakfast hamper everyone raves about. While \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25dddaeeeaaf773ceffe4-the-mouses-house--rainforest-retreat\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Mouses House Rainforest Retreat\"\u003EMouses House Rainforest Retreat\u003C/a\u003E in Springbrook takes cosy to new heights with chalets featuring wood fireplaces, triangle spa baths with rainforest views, and private outdoor hot tubs.\u003Ca id=\"theme\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDays are perfect for \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/walking-hiking-adventure-queensland/step-into-the-best-gold-coast-hinterland-hiking-trails\" target=\"_self\" title=\"best gold coast hinterland hikes\"\u003Ecomfortable hiking through national parks\u003C/a\u003E. Nights? Milky Way stargazing or hunting \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/everything-to-know-about-natural-bridge\" target=\"_self\" title=\"glow worms natural bridge springbrook\"\u003Eglow worms at Natural Bridge\u003C/a\u003E – an experience that draws visitors from across the globe.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E4. It's theme park paradise\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#FFC54D","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1557541012":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_Dreamworld_ThemeParks_TheEditSuite_147370.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_Dreamworld_ThemeParks_TheEditSuite_147370.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d4b2cbcbe7073ad68bd-dreamworld","alt":"Children eating fairy floss at Dreamworld","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/top-reasons-to-visit-the-gold-coast-in-winter/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1557541012.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1775731570009/2021-gc-dreamworld-themeparks-theeditsuite-147370.jpeg","uuid":"db944648-f4ee-4828-a8ff-119cedd8d6a5","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Dreamworld, Gold Coast ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_31388647":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EConsider the Gold Coast's theme parks your personal playground during winter, when average temperatures of 21.5°C keep things ripe for adventure. Translation: minimal queues, maximum thrills.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d4b2cbcbe7073ad68bd-dreamworld\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Dreamworld\"\u003EDreamworld\u003C/a\u003E serves up some of the world's tallest, fastest rides alongside wildlife encounters and character meet-and-greets. Clear winter skies make \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d4a7b935fbe730db9d2-warner-bros-movie-world\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Movie World\"\u003EWarner Bros. Movie World\u003C/a\u003E even more spectacular (superheroes look better against blue backdrops) and shorter queues means prime position for the daily parade, shows and thrill rides.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d48aeeeaaf773cef324-australias-sea-world\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Sea World\"\u003ESea World\u003C/a\u003E becomes winter wonderland central with Polar Bear Shores replicating Arctic summer conditions and Penguin Encounter offering an icy escape perfect for cooler weather.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGot dinner plans? \u003Ca id=\"events\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EYou do now. \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fbad5f1565045da2b3d-australian-outback-spectaculars-heartland\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Australian Outback Spectacular\"\u003EAustralian Outback Spectacular\u003C/a\u003E’s dinner-and-a-show will transport you to Australia's heartland – it’s an arena spectacular you won’t forget, so buckle up.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/theme-parks/which-theme-park-is-for-you\" target=\"_self\" title=\"which gold coast theme park is for you\"\u003EHere’s everything you need to know about Gold Coast theme parks\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E5. EVENTS ARE AT FULL THROTTLE\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#FFC54D","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1557541012_cop":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2023_GC_PacificAirshow_SportsEvents_FullThrottlePhotography.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2023_GC_PacificAirshow_SportsEvents_FullThrottlePhotography.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-6386863333f5f68876a6ea67-pacific-airshow-gold-coast","alt":"Unique YAK100 aircraft flies over Surfers Paradise beach during Pacific Airshow Gold Coast","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/top-reasons-to-visit-the-gold-coast-in-winter/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1557541012_cop.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1775731570035/2023-gc-pacificairshow-sportsevents-fullthrottlephotography.jpeg","uuid":"774281e7-6046-412e-bffb-dea5f47aaf58","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Pacific Airshow®, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1381583232":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Gold Coast's event calendar goes into overdrive when the temperature drops, serving up everything from airshow spectaculars to nostalgic street parties.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Pacific Airshow\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/sports-events/pacific-airshow\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPacific Airshow\u003C/a\u003E (15-17 August) brings America's largest airshow to the heart of Surfers Paradise, delivering jaw-dropping aviation stunts above the beach while live music and food precincts keep the party going below. \u003Ca title=\"Cooly Rocks On\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5f3f17d25af411801c7c2426-cooly-rocks-on\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECooly Rocks On\u003C/a\u003E (4-8 June) transforms Coolangatta into a 1950s time machine complete with vintage markets, dance workshops, and street parades. 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