Hotels Vs Holiday Apartments

The concept of a hotel has been around for longer than anyone can remember. When you go traveling, the first thing to plan out on your list is most likely holiday accommodation. And of course, when you think of holiday accommodation, hotel probably pops into your head straightaway. There are names like motel, inn, lodge, and resort that are easily substituted with the word ‘hotel,’ and were probably invented to differentiate one hotel from another. In essence, they are one and the same: you book in advance or you drop in, in person, and pay by the night. There is a check-in time and a check-out time. You get a room and a bed (or two), maybe a little more if you have more to spend, and it’s quick and easy. Most of the time, your room is used only for a good night’s sleep.

Sunshine Coast is the meaning of leisure

There are some places that when you get to will just relax your body, your mind, and bring out a little of the nature-induced spiritual side in you. Sometimes you can find nature’s caressing touch even in inhabited areas, and the Sunshine Coast is one of those places. In fact, that is probably why the population is booming in the area.

Visitors to the Catalina Resort should put a visit to the Ginger Factory high on their list of places to see between Thursday 21st and Sunday 24th January where the spectacular array of ginger flowers will be showcased at the four-day event. The Festival is ranked as one of Australia's premier events for subtropical gardening, and features a full program of guest speakers, entertainment, gardening, succulent food and cooking advice. This year's Festival is packed with gourmet goodies, chef's tips and healthy organic food ideas, as well as plenty of gardening presentations. If you want to find out more go to http://www.gingerfactory.com.au

The dates and times of the Festival are:

• Thursday, 21 Jan 2010 - 9:00am
• Friday, 22 Jan 2010 - 9:00am
• Saturday, 23 Jan 2010 - 9:00am
• Sunday, 24 Jan 2010 - 9:00am

MEDIEVAL KING TO VISIT THE ABBEY MUSEUM IN JANUARY

Visitors who are enjoying their Holiday Accommodation on the Sunshine Coast must take a look at the fantastic Medieval Family Fun Week at the Abbey Museum in January. See Jousting, archery, braiding, shield painting and a whole lot more fun for the whole family.

The Abbey Museum will entertain children under five years with storytelling and playtime, from 10.30 to 11.30 each morning. Our six to twelve year old visitors can take part in fun and authentic medieval activities such as archery, braid making, crowns and cloaks, each afternoon between 1.30 and 2.30pm.

Medieval Family Fun Week
Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology
18 to 23 January 2010
Monday - Saturday; 10.00am - 4.00pm
Adults: $8.80
Children: $5.00
4 Yrs & Under: Free

Pantomimes Galore in Your Sunshine Holidays!

While you're staying in Sunshine Coast Accommodation during your Sunshine Holidays the region has a number of old-fashioned Pantomimes running during the summer months. These are true Sunshine Coast holiday specials -- Ideal for the family when you need to get out of the sun for a few hours. Here are the events, dates and their locations:

Caloundra Music Festival – near to holiday accomodation in the Sunshine Coast

If you're looking to combine a weekend break with great music, then look no further than the Sunshine Coast in October. When you are at Catalina, something close to your Sunshine Coast holiday accomodation will be music to your ears.

Join in the Festuri fun!

If you're planning a last minute Sunshine Coast holiday this month, be sure to check out the Festuri multicultural festival being held during the last weekend of August.

Sunshine coast holiday accommodation on the top floor!

Ever wished you could see how the other half live? Try out the lifestyle of the rich and famous even for just a little while?