The weather is heating up on the Gold Coast and the kids are getting excited for the school holidays. If you live on the Gold Coast it can often be a mission to find a holiday location that beats what we have on our very own doorstep. 

A staycation on the Gold Coast is not too shabby, we have theme parks, natural beauty, waves, sand, surf, and sun! 

Being so central to everything on the Gold Coast means many people do not need a vehicle, so these school holidays why not hire a car from Surfers Rent A Car and explore your backyard. Don’t spend lots of money on a pokey hotel room when you can enjoy the freedom of a rental car and enjoy all the Gold Coast has to offer. 

The Rules of a Staycation!

Whilst the idea of a staycation is great there are some rules you need to follow to have the best staycation, and here are a few of them. 

Set a budget! When you head on holidays you usually have a budget, so make sure you make provisions for lunches out, adventures, and a hire car if needed. 

Be truly out of the office! In this day of modern technology, it is easy and often encouraged to check your work emails. Being out of the office and on a school holiday staycation means disconnecting and having a true break from the work. 

If you don’t have a car, a rental car is a great way to get around the Gold Coast, so why not try something new and exciting that’s off the bus route. 

Workshop a loose itinerary with the kids; preparation is key with children, so planning your activities in advance can avoid delays and arguments, and you can sometimes save money by booking in advance. 

Do not start any home projects or spring cleaning, maybe even factor in the cost of a cleaner, after all an Airbnb includes the cost of a cleaner, and you are already saving money on your accommodation. 

The best part of a staycation is that you can still have fun with friends, why not consider a slightly bigger rental car so you can pick up the kid’s friends for the day. 

Treat yourself! Go out for dinner, get some take-out, and really treat this like a holiday, after all people flock to the Gold Coast, we are already in paradise, let’s make the most of it. 

Contact Us 

To make the most of the school holidays talk to the team at Surfers Rent A Car about a hire car and explore the Gold Coast. 

Call 1300 365 033 to find out about our range of car rentals, from small hire cars to people carriers, we have something to suit people and parties of all sizes.