If you’re planning a road trip, there are few places to do it on the east coast of Australia. With sprawling sandy beaches providing a gateway to the Pacific beyond, you’ll be blessed with stunning views along the way. However, the best road trips need to be somewhat planned, or you risk disaster. Here are some of the questions you may need to consider, and some of the places you might want to visit from Gold Coast to Airlie Beach.
How Do You Want To Go About Your Trip?
Whilst you’ll be on your trip for 14 days and travelling between the same locations no matter what, there are a few different ways you can go about completing your road trip. Hiring a car for the trip will be essential and if you would like to keep on budget, here are a few budget hire cars you can consider.
Let’s take a look at some of your road trip style options:
Long Driving Stints And Stays
One way you can go about your trip is to do longer driving stints so you can spend more time at each destination. This would allow you to stay for a few days, taking in the sights, sounds and flavours of Maryborough, Rockhampton and Mackay. It is a great way to really understand the places you visit and build a connection with your stops.
Short Stints And Quick Visits
Off The Beaten Track
Whilst the direct route might be the easiest way to do a road trip, it might not be the most fun. You could always take detours inland, and venture a little bit further into the outback or directly onto the coast. There’s more driving this way, but you get far more options for your daily adventures by going off the beaten path.
Towns And Tourism
On your way, you won’t just want to spend all of your time in your rental car. Thankfully, there are plenty of places to visit and things to do along your route. Here are just some of the highlights.
Bouldercombe Falls
Hidden around Mount Morgan, the Falls are one of the region’s relatively untouched gems. A beautiful and wild trail, you can capture some sights and sounds you’d never otherwise experience.
Perfect for: Photographers and nature lovers.
Cape Palmerston National Park
Sat directly on the coast, Cape Palmerston National Park is full of trails and walks that guide you across beautiful scenery. You’ll need to plan well in advance, as there are relatively few roads going into the Park.
Perfect for: Hikers and adventurers.
Mackay
Mackay is one of Queensland’s biggest cities, and it is a beautiful snapshot of Australia today. If you’d like to take in the sights and sounds of a friendly settlement, Mackay is perfect for you.
Perfect for: Urban explorers and foodies.
Try Economy Rental Cars
If you’re planning a road trip, but don’t have a car to get you on the road, get in touch with Economy Rental Cars today to get your road trip underway.
