Surfers ParadiseSurfers Paradise is basically a city by the sea. The beach is really long, there are lifeguards who are well buff, but in speedos and and far too old which is a shame. The sea is ideal if you are a good surfer but if you go in the designated 'swimming' area you are likley to a)drown b)drown someone elce or c)get battered. These areas are so crowded in the water, and i cant believe that the parents would take the small kids in the wave...