Quiet, secluded Miami on the Gold Coast is a far cry from its bustling USA counterpart, although both feature magnificent beaches and balmy weather. Australia’s Miami is a tranquil refuge from the brash nightlife and soaring skyscrapers of neighbouring suburbs, with an unspoilt stretch of sand fringed by native trees and grassy BBQ areas. The shoreline was developed with wooden and fibro bungalows in the 1920’s, while a ceremonial bora ground reminds visitors of the area’s rich indigenous heritage.

Hit the beach with today’s Groupon for the Grande Florida Beachside Resort:

• $399 for a three-night stay for up to four people ($1055 value)
In a Garden View Apartment with $100 water sports voucher, $100 internet access voucher and $250 accommodation voucher for a return visit



The Hotel
Grande Florida Beachside Resort is a tropical oasis of palm trees, lagoon pools and airy apartments just 30 seconds from Miami beach. Each Garden View Apartment is thoughtfully decorated and air-conditioned for comfort, with a lovely outlook on the resort’s vibrant gardens. Groupies keep in touch with folks at home with $100 to spend on internet access, and come back for more with $250 off their next visit of seven or more nights.



Groupon Recommends
Groupies soak up the sun and splash about in the waves at safe, patrolled Miami beach with $100 to spend on water sports including surf board, boogie board or noodle hire. Animal lovers check out Currumbin Wildlife Park, while keen shoppers head for Elkhorn Avenue or Cavill Avenue in Surfers Paradise, and wild things dance to the beat of bongo drums and watch free fire twirling at Burleigh Heads on a Sunday night.



Local Amenities
Grande Florida Beachside Resort is within easy access of all the Gold Coast’s main attractions, with Burleigh Heads a five-minute drive away and buses running to either end of the Gold Coast passing by every 15 minutes. The resort runs a courtesy bus to two local sporting clubs, where guests can enjoy good food, cold drinks and live bands most nights.