Guest Hook Travel Guides Australia's Noosa | Page 4

RAE'S REAL NOOSA... Once the sleepy holiday beach destination for the small inland townships close by, Noosa retains this eclectic mix of old-timers, whose families date back to the days of the early settlement, newcomers, mainly from the southern states who have moved permanently to their favourite holiday destination and those from overseas who make Noosa their home for at least part of the year. Noosa National Park and the surfing culture are draw cards to the relaxed Noosa lifest yle which has a focus on enjoying and preserving the beauty of the natural environment while promoting and supporting the arts. The Noosa calendar is peppered with cultural and sporting events that attract international as well as local tourists annually, and many make the journey several times a year to coincide with events that interest them. A holiday in Noosa is not about glitz or casinos or nightclubs. It is about beautiful beaches, boutique shopping, a delicious choice of restaurants and eateries offering quality food and catering to all tastes and budgets, water sports and, of course, surfing. A holiday in Noosa can be as busy or relaxing as one chooses - but it is always special...