Travel Reference
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( 07-5446 1474; 1827 David Low Way, Coolum; unpowered/powered site $37/41, cabin from $130)
Location,
location: the park not only has absolute beach frontage, but is also just across the road
from Coolum's main strip.
APARTMENT
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Beach Retreat
(
07-5471 7700;
www.beachretreatcoolum.com
; 1750 David Low Way, Coolum; d from $180-250;
)
With ocean views and within walking distance of the esplanade eateries, these spacious
apartments are in a great spot. The central pool area is handy for rough beach weather.
Rates get better the longer you stay.
Eating
Coolum's esplanade has sprouted a string of outdoor cafes and restaurants. It's fun to
wander along the strip before deciding where to eat.
INTERNATIONAL
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My Place
( 07-5446 4433; 1768 David Low Way, Coolum; mains $17-26; 7am-11pm)
Opposite the boardwalk
and boasting sensational ocean views, My Place can't be beaten for sunset cocktails,
shared meze plates or summer alfresco dining.
Sunrise
( 07-5471 7477; 1748 David Low Way; mains $16-28; Wed-Sun 7am-9pm)
A cafe that goes above
and beyond the usual snackery, with scrumptious mains including crispy-skin salmon in
chilli jam and mussels dripping with garlic and cream. The beachfront views are easy to
swallow, too.
CAFE
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ITALIAN
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Castro's Bar & Restaurant
( 07-5471 7555; cnr Frank St & Beach Rd; mains $19-30; 5pm-late)
Not even vaguely Cuban, but
this popular spot does enjoy a FIdel-like longevity thanks to imaginative wood-fired piz-
zas and mains including salmon risotto and big-serve pasta classics.
