the gold coast is one of the easist places to get around,the only problem is in any holiday time it is very busy.hiring a bus is not a problem,from small mini buses to a coach.drive your self or hire a driver as well.last time we were there was one of my boys rugby trip,we hired 4xmini buses very good because you can split up and do different things.places of interest/sea world, one of the best fishey places i have ever seen(except the great barrier reef)movie world,dreamworld,wet &wild are all realy good places for the kid in everyone.the coast is by area is 40%water so most things involve fish to some extent,from watching,buying,playing,swiming,catching and so fresh on your plate.
off season is so mutch cheaper,and the weather is allways good.
thanks
mark