{"id":26777,"date":"2019-06-27T13:48:54","date_gmt":"2019-06-27T13:48:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/?p=26777"},"modified":"2019-06-29T06:25:32","modified_gmt":"2019-06-29T06:25:32","slug":"why-coffs-harbour-is-a-good-stopover-between-gold-coast-sydney-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/2019\/06\/why-coffs-harbour-is-a-good-stopover-between-gold-coast-sydney-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Coffs Harbour is a Good Stopover between Gold Coast – Sydney Road Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"

We break our Queensland Gold Coast – Sydney NSW Road Trip in Coffs Harbour. This is a regional city along the Pacific Highway between Newcastle and The Gold Coast. It took us about 4-hour drive to reach Coffs Harbour from Gold Coast. First, we went to the Big Banana<\/a> to have our Big Banana Burger lunch then went to the beaches for the sunset.<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

Coffs Harbour is known for its banana plantations, holiday resort apartment & beaches.\u00a0 There are several popular beaches in Coffs Harbour, such as Coffs Harbour Beach, Jetty Beach, Diggers Beach and Park Beach. We stayed in Park Beach but I will blog about Park Beach in another post.<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

Coffs Harbour Marina<\/h3>\n

This marina is worth the time to take a stroll and soak up the beautiful sunset. The yachts, fishing boats, and seabirds do make a good backdrop for the photos.<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

The Coffs Harbour Marina precinct has caf\u00e9\u2019s, restaurants and retail specialty stores including a chandlery and surf shop. You can also go whale watching in season (June to November).<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

You will notice lots of holiday resorts in Coffs Harbour as this area has a mild climate even in the winter, the weather is pretty warm.<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

The Name Coffs Harbour<\/h3>\n

The name Coffs Harbour came from a guy named John Korff, who named the area Korff’s Harbour when he was forced to take shelter from a storm in the area in 1847.<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

Some other outdoor activities that may interest you in Coffs Harbour:<\/h3>\n

1. Sealy Lookout and Forest Sky Pier<\/strong>
\n– You will get the best views of Coffs Harbour which will include, rainforest, town and sea view.
\n– It offers an outstanding aspect overlooking the city of Coffs Harbour and extending outwards to the open ocean.
\n– No fees<\/p>\n

2.The Clog Barn<\/strong>
\n– Dutch Style building which includes a miniature model Dutch village, windmill and railways.
\n– You will see clog making demonstration (base on the timetable)
\n– Free<\/p>\n

3. Coffs Harbour Butterfly House<\/strong>
\n– Great for kids to learn about butterflies & insects
\n– Fees apply<\/p>\n

4. Dolphin Marine Magic<\/strong><\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Fees apply
\n– You will enjoy watching dolphins, seals, and penguins here.
\n– Sea creatures here are rescued due to injury that cannot be returned to the wild.<\/p>\n

5. Muttonbird Island<\/strong><\/p>\n

–\u00a0 Free
\n– Explore the areas of Aboriginal culture and history
\n– Whale Watching during seasons of migration.<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

Some other things you may like to do if raining:<\/h3>\n