Having your family visit you in your new Gold Coast home for the first time after making the large life adjustment of moving can be both exciting and overwhelming.

It’s important to be prepared, so you can be at your best while enjoying the company of your loved ones, and so they can enjoy their time with you! We’ve put together some frequently asked questions and areas of concern to help you form a better idea of how your family’s trip can work for you.

Having your family stay with you

If you live independently in an apartment style lifestyle village, chances are that having visitors won’t pose a problem for your other residents at all.  However prolonged stays may be an issue you need to address. First, check with management for any visiting rules or regulations you may need to know about. Ask about immediate family staying with you versus friends visiting, as there may be different regulations that apply to either.

Activity planning with your family or friends

It’s a great thing to have your family visit and to play the tour guide for a few days. Why not write down some favourite places you’d like them to see and introduce them to the family? It’s a wonderful thing to show off what you love about your new home.

Taking time out

Remember to leave days for doing nothing much at all, as these are the times many people cherish most with their loved ones. Simply sitting around and catching up in person can be one of the loveliest things about having guests. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by a lot of activity, be sure to take rest where you need it- stopping for cake and coffee at any point along the way is a great way to recharge the batteries!

It’s great to have your family visit you in a lifestyle village where your focus can be on the ones you love. With so much to think about, it’s best to be reassured that the time you have to spend with them in your new home no longer has to be about constant cleaning, tidying, cooking and planning. This time is simply yours to enjoy.

Sunshine Towers is a leading lifestyle village based on the Gold Coast, providing 5 star quality residences for over 55s and those with aged care needs. We’re recognised for offering luxury living arrangements for our residents, who enjoy and make the most of this iconic stretch of coast while benefiting from the tailored care systems and convenient outset by which we operate. Please contact us for more information about our fully serviced luxury apartments.