IELTS LISTENING - Discovering the Beauty and Adventure of Australia's Gold Coast

Thursday, February 23, 2023

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Questions:

  1. What is the Gold Coast known for?
  2. How many kilometers of coastline does the Gold Coast have?
  3. What is the ideal time to visit the Gold Coast if you want to go whale watching?
  4. What is the name of the famous theme park in the Gold Coast that has 40 rides?
  5. What is the name of the wildlife park in the Gold Coast that is run by a non-profit organization?
  6. What is the name of the iconic 3-kilometer beach in the Gold Coast?
  7. What is the name of the tallest residential building in Australia that offers panoramic views of the Gold Coast?
  8. What is the name of the amusement park in the Gold Coast where visitors can have authentic experiences with marine animals?
  9. When are the Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets held?
  10. What can visitors do at the Lamington National Park?
Transcript:
Gold Coast is a great tourist destination not only for domestic tourists but also for foreign visitors. As one of Queensland's most developed megacities, the city is known for its surfing, amazing endless beaches, the largest theme parks in the Southern Hemisphere, shopping, vibrant nightlife with night markets and famous restaurants. With a beach stretching up to 70km, and tropical forests including famous parks listed as heritage of the world, the Gold Coast is undeniably a place with an attractive environment and lifestyle. 



The weather on the Gold Coast is wonderful year-round with four undivided seasons. The subtropical climate is ideal for enjoying the outdoors, with an average of 245 days a year of nice, sunny weather. In summer (from December to February), daytime temperatures are usually around 20°C. You can enjoy cooler temperatures, around 16°C, in the hinterland, especially in winter. The most rainy season is from January to March with hot days often accompanied by tropical storms. Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the beautiful beaches of the Gold Coast, ride the thrills and entertain in the theme parks. If you are a whale watcher, the best time to visit this place is from June to October, and boat trips will fulfill your wish.
The Gold Coast is known worldwide for its pure white sand beaches stretching along 57 kilometers of coastline. Visitors have many options such as visiting the quite secluded beaches of Coolangatta and Currumbin, surfing at Main Beach or Burleigh Heads.

Gold Coast is a tourist city, all from the main road Surfers Paradise (which is considered a shopping paradise), or the entertainment areas Seaworld, Movie World, Dream World, Snow Center…with games. thrills, shows that introduce the culture, people of Australia and Aboriginal people ... all focus on tourists.
When you have more time, you can explore lands far from the coast. Lamington National Park is suitable for hiking, with more than 500 majestic waterfalls, 250 species of wildlife, many ancient Antarctic oak trees …
Here, there is a full range of European and Asian dishes with different prices and very rich Australian Aboriginal dishes. At sunset, the city becomes more and more bustling with casinos, fitness shows, bars… For nature-loving tourists, when coming to the Gold Coast, you should not miss the famous wildlife primeval forest. This is the nurturing and conservation of many typical animals of Australia.

In addition, you can also see the dancing Aboriginal people, making fire from wooden drills and the sounds that their ancestors still used during the festival. If you love Saturday art, you can go to Movie World about 40 minutes by car from the city center to admire the wax statue of the famous Hollywood actress in the 60s of the 20th century Marylin Monroe, Watch the filmmakers in the process of filming a movie.
The interesting attractions you should visit in the Gold Coast include:
1. Surfers Paradise Beach
Sun, sand and sea - the Gold Coast's standard assets - are impressively displayed in this iconic 3-kilometer stretch. Despite all the skyscrapers that rise behind the beach and the many stranded bodies that line its shores, it is still a clean and picturesque stretch. Kids can jostle in the wasteland or build sand in the soft white sand, surfers can surf gently, and the sun can stumble across the beach to one of the many shops, cafes and restaurants. and restaurants to rehydrate.
Lifeguards patrol 365 days a year, but swimmers should stay between red and yellow flags at all times. At night, the beach is illuminated for evening walks. Hunters bargain here on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday nights Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets features over a hundred stalls selling everything from fashion, photos, and art to souvenirs and trinkets.
2. SkyPoint, Surfer's Paradise
SkyPoint, in the modern Q1 hotel, is Australia's tallest residential building and offers beautiful views of the entire Gold Coast. Visitors can choose from two attractions here. SkyPoint Observation Decks on level 77 create 360-degree panoramas of the Gold Coast, the sea and the distant blue hinterland. Those looking for a little more adventure can opt for the SkyPoint Climb, where thrill seekers climb the 270-meter platform that sits above the city. It's a fun way to appreciate laying land. The more expensive SkyPoint Climb includes access to an observation deck, where visitors can relax at the cafe and view informative exhibits to help plan their stay. Morning, day and sunset are provided.

3. SeaWorld
Not far from Dreamworld is Sea World Park. Considered the epitome of Gold Coast City, this amusement park offers visitors authentic experiences with marine animals such as swimming with dolphins, seals, etc.
4. Dream World
In addition to nature's gift to the ocean, Gold Coast also has Australia's largest amusement park - Dreamworld. It has 40 games for all ages and amusement park. Those who like thrills, fasten your seat belt and get on the roller coaster. There is also Tiger Island at the back of the park area, where visitors can watch Bengal tigers and feed crocodiles, under the control of their pet owners of course.
5. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a famous wildlife park of a non-profit organization in the state of Queensland. Coming here, you will feel an ecological space full of plants and animals, especially families with children will enjoy. All proceeds from ticket sales to support animal care and conservation.
6. Ripley's Believe it or not
Explore 15 themed galleries at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium See over 400 exotic artifacts at interactive exhibits spanning 800 square meters Experience double revolving tunnels, laser mazes, psychedelic rides and more.


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