No need to wait until your annual vacation to enjoy the sun, sea and sand; treat yourself to a bit of luxury while you're away on business and take advantage of some of the accommodation that's normally on offer to holiday makers. That's one definition of business tourism and Sunshine Coast accommodation offers a wealth of opportunities for travelling business people. Combining the relaxed atmosphere of a holiday with a new standard of excellence in luxurious and affordable accommodation, you are guaranteed space, comfort, security and friendly, award winning hospitality.

Business tourism on the Sunshine Coast benefits from room facilities that business people need, such as work desks, cable TV and high speed internet connections. And because Sunshine Coast accommodation caters for the relaxation of holiday makers, you can bet they have the extra facilities necessary for the hard working executive to wind down after a hectic day, such as swimming pool, sauna and Jacuzzi.

With tranquil rainforests, miles of golden sand and sparkling ocean that encompasses famous surf beaches, Sunshine Coast, in Queensland, Australia, offers plenty of opportunities for the busy business person to relax and socialise. Business people are won over by the allure of the region's picturesque setting and the warm positive nature of the local people. Glorious autumn and spring seasons, mild winters and balmy sub-tropical summers offer visitors year round enjoyment. Queensland's Sunshine Coast is indeed "The perfect climate for business tourism".

If you need to entertain clients, Maroochydore in particular has a wide range of outdoor cafes, restaurants and bars to choose from. And of course for that all important business meeting on the golf course, there are championship golf courses to choose from nearby.

Only a few minutes from the Sunshine Coast Airport, Maroochydore is at the centre of the growing Sunshine Coast economy and is likely to be at the forefront of business tourism in the region. It is home to the Sunshine Plaza shopping centre and the Sunshine Coast's major bus interchange for Translink services, giving it huge potential for commercial growth.

Fabulous food at your business meetings is always high on the agenda on the Sunshine Coast. Always fresh and often organic, it makes the most of locally grown produce. Some of the local specialities include Mooloolaba prawns and Moreton Bay bugs which can be found at most of the many award winning restaurants. At any one restaurant you can find yourself overlooking fabulous views of mountain, river or sea.

With comfort, good food, top class facilities and excellent hospitality, what else will set your business trip to the Sunshine Coast apart from any other destination? This is where some of the region's unique experiences come in for business tourism. For those accompanying you on your business trip there is a wide range amazing experiences to keep them amused, such as whale watching, koala spotting in the national parks, diving on the sunken HMAS Brisbane, shopping in Maroochydore's Sunshine Plaza or Eumundi's markets, walking through the rainforests and national parks, or simply enjoying the many safe, pristine beaches the region has to offer.

The Sunshine Coast is also the creative heart of Queensland; a place where artists and alternative therapists can retreat to find peace and tranquillity. Their work is showcased in unique shops throughout the villages of the Sunshine Coast's hinterland - perfect for souvenirs to take back home. And for the busy executive, what better way to wind down after a hard day's wheeling and dealing than to indulge in one of the many massage or spa treatment services that are on offer.

It's "business unusual" on the sunny coast; a place where business can definitely mix with pleasure. If you can have outstanding service, first rate communications facilities, fine cuisine and value for money at your Sunshine Coast accommodation, what more can you ask for?