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Insider tips, itineraries, and local knowledge — from people who actually live here.

Sunset over Caloundra and Pumicestone Passage, a romantic time for a Sunshine Coast couples holiday
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Best Times of Year for a Sunshine Coast Couples Holiday in Caloundra

Five standout windows for a romantic Caloundra getaway: November, the first half of December, late January, February and early March.

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Kings Beach Caloundra Queensland - December school holidays Christmas base guide
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Caloundra in December School Holidays: A Christmas Base Done Properly

What December school holidays are like in Caloundra - warm water, walkable base, rooftop for the heat, 10-12 weeks lead time honesty.

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Shared Level 12 rooftop spa and pool overlooking Pumicestone Passage in Caloundra
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November on the Sunshine Coast: A Spring Escape in Caloundra

What November is like in Caloundra - warming spring water, walkable nights, Kings Theatre nights from Björn Again to Kate Ceberano, plus the Fly-In.

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Sunset over Pumicestone Passage in Caloundra framed by palm leaves
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Quiet Caloundra in Late October: Beach, Rooftop, Room to Breathe

What late October is like in Caloundra - spring warmth, quieter beaches, Fiction Festival and Calamity Jane for planning.

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Strummingbird 2026: Park Once in Caloundra for Kawana

Strummingbird lands at Kawana on Sunday 18 October 2026 - the park-once Caloundra alternative to the festival campground.

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TOWN Pop-Up Polo 2026: Stay in Caloundra, Glam in Kawana

TOWN Pop-Up Polo returns to Kawana on Saturday 14 November 2026 - why a park-once Caloundra base beats sleeping next to the venue.

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Mooloolaba Beach Sunshine Coast - IRONMAN 70.3 race weekend base in Caloundra
Travel Planning

IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast - Where to Stay in Caloundra

Racing or cheering IRONMAN 70.3 in Mooloolaba - why Caloundra works as your race-weekend base.

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Noosa Heads coastline aerial - Caloundra vs Noosa Sunshine Coast base comparison
Travel Planning

Caloundra vs Noosa - Which Sunshine Coast Base Is Right for You?

Honest local comparison - beaches, crowds, food, day trips, and which Sunshine Coast base fits your holiday.

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Glass House Mountains silhouetted against a fiery orange sunset over Pumicestone Passage, Caloundra - Sunshine Coast Kiwi winter escape
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Sunshine Coast from New Zealand - The Complete Kiwi Holiday Guide

New Zealand's favourite Australian escape. Flights, what to do, where to stay, and why winter is the perfect time to come.

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Caloundra aerial sunset Pumicestone Passage - romantic weekend away Sunshine Coast couples
Couples

Romantic Weekend Away on the Sunshine Coast

Rooftop ocean views, great food, Pumicestone Passage at sunset - the perfect two-night couples itinerary.

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Romantic couple at sunset Sunshine Coast - honeymoon in Caloundra Queensland
Honeymoon

Honeymoon in Caloundra - The Sunshine Coast's Most Romantic Escape

Rooftop ocean views, shared pool, world-class dining, and complete privacy - the full Sunshine Coast honeymoon guide.

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Road bike resting on a beachfront boardwalk railing with pandanus, sand and ocean beyond - Sunshine Coast cycling from Caloundra
Cycling

Cycling the Sunshine Coast from Caloundra

Three rides from Caloundra - coastal sprint to Mooloolaba, hinterland climb to Coolum, and the epic to Eumundi. Routes, Strava, and café stops.

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Aerial view over Bulcock Beach and Pumicestone Passage to Bribie Island - Caloundra beaches compared
Beaches & Water

Caloundra Beaches Compared

Which beach to pick for which kind of day - a local's comparison.

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Restaurant atmosphere candlelit dinner - best restaurants Caloundra Sunshine Coast
Food & Lifestyle

Best Restaurants in Caloundra

Local picks for couples, families, and special occasions - all walking distance.

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Caloundra at sunset aerial - Sunshine Coast 7-day itinerary holiday guide
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Sunshine Coast 7-Day Itinerary

One great day for every day of the week - based in Caloundra.

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Kings Beach Caloundra with kids - family activities rock pools Sunshine Coast
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Caloundra with Kids

The focused guide to what's right in town for families.

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Beach holiday packing essentials flat lay - Caloundra Sunshine Coast packing list
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Caloundra Holiday Packing List

Exactly what to pack - beach days, day trips, and everything in between.

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Aerial view of Maleny and Sunshine Coast hinterland - Maleny day trip from Caloundra
Attractions

Maleny & the Sunshine Coast Hinterland

One of Queensland's best-kept secrets - a slow day inland.

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Surfer on wave Sunshine Coast Queensland - surf spots near Caloundra beginners guide
Beaches & Water

Surf Spots Near Caloundra

World-class surf nearby - where to go and who to learn with.

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Caloundra Pumicestone Passage moody weather - rainy day indoor activities Sunshine Coast
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Things to Do in Caloundra on a Rainy Day

Don't waste a rainy day. Indoor activities, day trips, and cosy spots.

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Sunshine Coast food wine weekend - hinterland dining and restaurants Caloundra base
Food & Lifestyle

Sunshine Coast Food & Wine Weekend

From hinterland estates to Noosa dining - the region's best food and wine experiences.

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Mooloolaba Beach Sunshine Coast - day trip from Caloundra guide
Attractions

Mooloolaba Day Trip

25 minutes north. The beach, the esplanade, and where to find a great coffee.

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Caloundra coastal walk Moffat Head headland - 25km walking track Sunshine Coast
Beaches & Water

Caloundra Coastal Walk

25km of coastline. Whether you do 2km or the whole thing - here's how.

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Caloundra sunset Queensland - best time to visit Sunshine Coast weather guide
Travel Planning

Best Time to Visit Caloundra

Month by month - weather, crowds, and what's on.

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SEA LIFE Mooloolaba aquarium underwater - Sunshine Coast kids review
Attractions

SEA LIFE Mooloolaba - Honest Review

What's worth it, what to skip, and how to plan the day.

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Eumundi Markets Sunshine Coast - day trip from Caloundra guide
Attractions

Eumundi Markets Day Trip

One of Australia's best markets - and an easy day trip from Caloundra.

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Bulcock Street Caloundra - best cafés and coffee Sunshine Coast
Food & Lifestyle

Best Cafés on Bulcock Street

Where to eat, drink, and spend a slow morning steps from the beach.

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Glass House Mountains Queensland - hiking guide from Caloundra Sunshine Coast
Attractions

Glass House Mountains Hiking Guide

30 minutes inland. Best walks, tips, and how to combine with Australia Zoo.

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Pumicestone Passage Caloundra aerial view - kayaking paddleboarding water activities
Beaches & Water

Pumicestone Passage - Kayaking & Water Activities

Kayaking, paddleboarding, and the calm-water side of Caloundra.

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Kings Beach Caloundra Queensland - complete beach guide Sunshine Coast
Beaches & Water

Kings Beach Caloundra

Patrolled, beautiful, walking distance from everything.

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Noosa Heads aerial view - day trip from Caloundra Sunshine Coast
Attractions

Noosa in a Day

45 minutes away. The national park walk, Hastings Street, the river.

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Kings Beach Caloundra Queensland - Sunshine Coast family holiday with kids
Travel Planning

Sunshine Coast with Kids

The complete family holiday guide - beaches, attractions, and where to base yourself.

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Humpback whale breaching ocean - whale watching Sunshine Coast Queensland
Attractions

Whale Watching on the Sunshine Coast

Humpback season runs June to November. Where to go and who to book with.

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Pumicestone Passage sunset Caloundra - romantic weekend Sunshine Coast
Travel Planning

Romantic Weekend on the Sunshine Coast

All the beauty of the Sunshine Coast, none of the Noosa crowds.

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Australia Zoo Sunshine Coast - day trip guide from Caloundra
Attractions

Australia Zoo from Caloundra

30 minutes from Caloundra. Times, tips, and exactly what not to miss.

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Glass House Mountains viewed from the road - Brisbane to Caloundra road trip Sunshine Coast
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Brisbane to Caloundra Road Trip

Just over an hour from Brisbane - the route, the best stops, and what to do when you arrive.

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