Tourist guide - Alexandra Headlands

AT ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

04

Welcome

08

Map

10

Picnic & Pause

14

Picnic & Play

18

Picnic & Party

Pause Play Party

Welcome S U N S H I N E COAST AUSTRA L I A

2022 ‘MOST LOVED DESTINATION’ IN THE WORLD - TOURISM SENTIMENT INDEX

The Sunshine Coast is well known

The beaches are some of the best

for its holiday appeal, becoming

in the world, mostly patrolled by

the number one ‘Most Loved

surf lifesavers, with big stretches

Destination in the World’ of 2022

of white sand and sparkling warm

according to the Tourism Sentiment

waters. Look to the west and your

Index. It’s not hard to see why,

eyes grow wide with views of the

with close to 300 days of sunshine

stunning Glass House Mountains.

per year, 52 km of open coastline,

The Sunshine Coast Hinterland is

39,835 hectares of national parks,

breathtaking, with rolling country

state forests and forest reserves.

hills, rainforests, waterfalls and

There are plenty of accommodation

quaint country villages. Located

options including quaint beachside

just 90 km north of Brisbane, with

camp grounds and caravan parks.

its own international airport.

5

PI C NI C AT A L EX Alexandra Headland, known by the locals as ‘Alex’, is a beachside suburb right next door to the popular tourist destination, Mooloolaba on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.

With several takeaway food options directly across from the beach, a beachside café at the base of the bustling Alexandra Headland Surf Lifesaving Club, playgrounds to suit all ages, a skate park and picturesque white sandy beach with rolling surf.

Alex is the perfect destination to pull up on a park bench or lay down a rug for an afternoon picnic.

Picnics aren’t all about chips and dips, it’s about taking time out, getting outdoors and exploring somewhere new. Enjoy a beautiful afternoon with friends and family, your loved one or just by yourself.

This guide will uncover the local secrets, on how to enjoy a fun filled, relaxed or celebratory picnic at Alexandra Headland.

7

Map

N

E

PI C N I C

PA

&

US E

RELAX & just breathe

Relax and watch the surfers scoring waves off the rocky headland known as ‘The Bluff’, then take in the spectacular sunset views over Mount Coolum in the distance.

Enjoy a good book, your favourite podcast, or just close your eyes and let your senses do the talking.

As you’re breathing in that fresh salt air, your mind will shift gears and reflect on the many things you have to be grateful for - from family and friends, to a roof over your head and the sand between your toes. Let the usual distractions of life fall away and allow your mind to wander.

Fresh air, sunshine and a nice sea breeze are the key ingredients to a happier you. Getting a good dose of sunshine will be a mood booster that even the best coffee can’t beat.

Speaking of coffee, why not visit the coffee shop at the Alex Surf Club or take a short walk across the road for a take away coffee and a delicious and nourishing acai bowl.

13

H AV E FU N & enjoy life

Wondering how to make the most

There is one main sloped rail that

of the summer months and spend

is double angled for approaches

more time with your friends

in either direction. Plenty of ledges

and have fun? A playful picnic at

bordering the park as well. Unless

Alexandra Headlands could be

you’re a local who’s used to the

exactly what your looking for.

beach lifestyle, this park is going to be a real treat!

Bring a surfboard and hit the point break. The headland provides a wave

If you’re looking for energetic picnic

that requires plenty of cutbacks

games, then look no further. Here

and can be fun for less experienced

are our top suggestions:

surfers. At the tip of the point break

Loaded Questions

at beach access 166 is The Bluff,

Picnic Pictionary

favoured by many locals and home

of the longboarding and Mal Club.

Movie Charades

Never Have I Ever

Don’t fret if you forget your wax,

Twister

or want to try out a new board.

Beach Volleyball

The Alex Surf Shop and Beach Beat

Bocce

Alexandra Headland are both just

Beach Cricket

a couple of minutes walk across

Frisbee

the road from the beach.

If skateboarding is more your scene, the Alex Heads Skate Park is a must.

The main bowl is surrounded by long, smooth sections of quarters.

16

SK

R

E T A

GI

RL

PI CNI C

PA

&

RT Y

K I CK B ACK & celebrate Few experiences match the

Choose from one of the many

romance and charm of a luxury,

luxury pop up picnic event

bohemian-style picnic at one of the

planners or create your own

Sunshine Coast’s most stunning

insanely gorgeous boho picnic.

beachside locations. A picnic is

If you don’t want it to finish on

the perfect way to celebrate any

the lawn, why not book a dinner

special occasion. From marriage

reservation at one of the many

proposals, bridal showers,

restaurants along Alexandra

anniversaries, gender reveals,

Parade or have a drink, dinner

life celebrations, elopements

and a dance in the downstairs

and birthday celebrations - your

bar at the Alex Surf Club.

options are endless.

LUXU RY P I CN I C S Dahlia Picnics

Noosa Picnics

0431 241 576

0418 444 898

dahliapicnics.com

noosapicnics.com

Little Boho Events Co.

Luxe Soirées

0434 104 396

0400 258 806 luxesoirees.com

Sunshine Coast Deluxe

Rustic Platters & Events

Pop Up Picnics

rusticplattersevents.com.au

0419 917 099 20

W E’LL

see you

S OON

PAUSE

Play

PART Y

AT ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

AUGUST 2022