Going to Australia

[Danicka51]

This winter I'm going to Australia and I was wondering which park(s) I should visit. I'm going to Brisbane and I was thinking of Dreamworld which I think is only about 45 minutes away (correct me if I'm wrong). But can anyone think of a better park to go to? Thanks!

[LA Dan]

Dreamworld is cool - more for attractions, but expect some wait times in their "summer time" and bring a swim suit for the water park portion as it will be HOT! and a much needed break.

 

If you like "Themeparks" better - than WB Movie World is a nice little park too. Superman is a fun ride there as is the Scobby Do Rollercoaster/Dark ride hybrid. Lethal Weapon is a bit rough ... and don't miss the water ride in their Bugs Bunny Land - it was a real surprise.

 

There is also Sea World, but I did not go there, but they have a few coasters there and next door is the biggest water park in Australia.

 

All the parks are close together in the Gold Coast which is about 35-45 mins. away from Brisbaine.

[therooboy]

Definitely hit Movie World my favorite Oz park with Superman & Scooby as well as a handful of other decent rides.

Dreamworld is OK, but if you've been to more than a few US parks you may feel you've seen everything here before.

Wet N Wild shouldn't be missed if you have any interest in water rides at all. One of the best water parks in the world & is next door to Movie World.

Sea World is OK, only go if you wanna see the animals, otherwise give it a miss.

[Hurricane]

Depends who you are going with I guess. Dreamworld is best for Thrills, and if you go after September 18th you will be able to ride the Refurbished "Tower of Terror II" Even though it would be cold, I do suggest doing White Water World next door to Dreamworld. You can buy a 2 Day World pass for $99 which is actually valid till July next year due to a promotion the park is having. This gives you UNLIMITED entry to both the parks.

 

Sea World is great for families and has a truckload of animal exhibits and a kick ass Intamin Rocket (not sure what else to call Jet Rescue) coaster that packs quite a punch despite not even going upside down. You also have Sea Viper which is just a standard Arrow Corkscrew with new trains on the coaster. Castaway Bay is also opening in September which has a Splash Battle and a ropes course and other attractions. However be sure to see Imagine, the park's dolphin show as it's truly spectacular.

 

Movie World is the best over-all themed park on the Gold Coast, with rides such as the Scooby Doo Spooky Coaster which is arguably the best themed Wild Mouse roller-coaster around. Along with Wild West Falls log flume and the Vekoma SLC with the "Bonus Helix"

The Batman adventure ride is also fairly decent, and very well themed however it is a bit out-dated now. Superman Escape is Australia's best roller-coaster and is NOT to be missed, providing amazing airtime and a great "pre-launch" section.

 

Wet n Wild is the world's 3rd biggest water-park and is opening the AquaLoop in September as well. Which is a looping waterslide.

 

For entry to Sea World, Wet n Wild and Movie World I suggest getting a VIP pass from www.myfun.com.au for 99 dollars which provides unlimited entry to all 3 parks till the end of June.

 

If you have any more questions feel free to Private Message me. I can also help with Public Transport to and from the parks as i'm a local myself.