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When holiday apartments and resorts are described as being "fully self contained" it means that guests need only bring their foodstuffs, clothing and personal effects. Everything else necessary for the vacation is included with the accommodation. The following inclusions are typical although some variations may occur at different properties.
Some properties provide air-conditioning throughout the apartment, other provide it in just selected rooms and others have no air conditioning at all. If air conditioning is a necessity for your comfort always read the published features carefully and if still uncertain, ask questions at the time of making your enquiry. Most apartments will provide a hairdryer. If not included in the apartment, they are often available from the reception desk. Hire of VCR units and videos are often available from the front desk. Many properties are now offering cable, or satellite, TV services in areas where such services are available. An increasing number of properties are providing internet connections so that guests can stay in touch with their email and internet businesses. Some provide connectivity in the guest apartment and others provide an internet kiosk facility. Servicing of apartments is usually done on a 7 or 10 day cycle with more frequent servicing usually available by arrangement with management for an extra cost. Airport Transfers Guests requiring airport transfers from Coolangatta on the Gold Coast airport can either use a taxi cab, limousine or commercial shuttle service. Very few accommodation properties operate their own airport shuttle services. Always check with the accommodation provider at time of booking for their recommendations on the options available an likely costs. Visitors arriving into Brisbane can board the Airtrain service in front of the airport terminal and be on the Gold Coast 1hr 15 min later. Taxi cabs can take you to your accommodation from the station. In other areas of the state, the distances between the nearest airport and the accommodation can be considerable. In these cases it is usual for the accommodation provider to have arrangements in place for transporting guests to and from the property. Prospective guests should always ask for details on the available transfer arrangements. Tickets For Shows, Tours & Attractions The reception desk of your accommodation will almost certainly provide a booking service for the theme parks, cruises, tours, entertainment and local attractions. There is no extra cost to the guest as the booking service is complimentary. Vehicle
rentals are also available from the reception desk. The major rental
companies are represented and there is usually a selection of local
rental companies offering cheaper rates. Local companies can also offer
specialty vehicles such as open top convertibles, sports coupes,
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Queensland Holiday Accommodation - What To
Expect