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06 November 2017
WHERE TO SHOP ON THE GOLD COAST
PACIFIC FAIR The largest shopping centre in Queensland and the fourth largest in Australia, Pacific Fair is a world-class fashion destination. Think Tiffany’s, Louis Vuitton, Hermes, Givenchy, Bally, Michael Kors, Salvatore Ferragamo, Rolex, Chanel, Coach – all recently unveiled as part of Pacific F...
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01 November 2017
10 LUXURIOUS WAYS TO INDULGE
ENDOTA SPA Endota Spa hits the sweet spot when it comes to blissing out and indulging in some much-deserved ‘me’ time. Kick back in the relaxation lounge or one of the luxury treatment rooms and settle in for some serious R&R. CHARTER A YACHT Cruise the Coast’s winding waterways in style aboard your...
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01 November 2017
48 HOUR FAMILY ITINERARY
Did you know kids laugh on average 400 times a day, whereas us parental types manage a measly 15-20? This being said, perhaps it’s time to loosen up mums and dads, and release your inner child on the Gold Coast. The Coast’s kid cred is already world renowned – theme parks rise from the sand and sea;...
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01 November 2017
YOUR GOLD COAST GUIDE TO LOCAL FOOD PRODUCERS
Our local artisan food producers are the faces behind our best restaurants and food stores. Some have spent years perfecting recipes and production methods to bring us the quality cuisine we love so much on the Gold Coast. BURLEIGH BREWING CO. Passionate about their beer, Peta and Brennan Fielding o...
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01 November 2017
PLACES TO CONNECT WITH LOCALS
MIAMI MARKETTA Offering a smattering of street food in an open-air setting tingling with toe-tapping live bands, bohemian fashion stalls, a dedicated dessert hall and cocktails galore – Miami Marketta is a local crowd pleaser serving it up for all tastes and ages. TALLEBUDGERA DOG BEACH If you’re lu...
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01 November 2017
10 GOLD COAST BARS WHERE YOU CAN MINGLE WITH LOCALS
BASKK If there weren’t already enough reasons to visit Cooly, the arrival of new cocktail bar Baskk is giving this seaside town even more street cred, with its luxe cocktail list, Insta-worthy fit out, ocean views and guest DJs spinning tunes ‘til late every weekend. THE COLLECTIVE Another day, anot...
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01 November 2017
24 HOUR HINTERLAND ITINERARY
Put the car into cruise control, the body on breathe and head for the hills. The journey is part of the destination right? So relax, let those shoulders sink away from your ears, wind the windows down and pop the radio on some classical tunes. Before you know it, ribbon-like roads will reel you thro...
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31 October 2017
48 HOUR SURF ITINERARY
It’s no wonder the central suburb of the Gold Coast is called Surfers Paradise. We’re blessed with some of best surf beaches and breaks in the world. The water’s warm and clear, the coastline is spectacular, and the occasional cyclone swell blows through south East Queensland, bringing barrels and b...
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17 October 2017
48 HOUR YOUTH ITINERARY
When it comes to pleasing the “me” generation, the Gold Coast serves it up savvy with a pop of places to hang with the gang without worrying yourself about splashing too much cash. DAY ONE Start out in the sunshine with a bask on the beach and a take-away from a rift of cafes like The Salt Mill at C...
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17 October 2017
24 HOUR NORTHERN GOLD COAST ITINERARY
No holiday plans yet? We got you. Head uptown to our northernmost ‘hood to discover some cool hidden hangouts, uncrowded beaches and seriously drool-worthy dining destinations. We do consider ourselves fairly au fait with the ‘NGC’ (I mean, we do live here and all), so for an epic 24 hours – why not...
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Experience Gold Coast acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout Southeast Queensland.