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LOCAL GUIDES
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09 March 2026
Planning a Gold Coast Long Weekend? Here’s the Perfect 3 Day Itinerary
If you’re planning a short escape and wondering how to make the most of your time, this 3 day Gold Coast itinerary has you covered. From sunrise swims and bakery runs to rooftop cocktails, waterfront dining and hinterland discoveries, you’ll experience the best of the coast in just a few unforgettab...
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21 January 2026
Coolangatta Accommodation Guide: Top Places to Stay for Every Traveller
With its laid-back village feel, world-class beaches and unbeatable coastal lifestyle, Coolangatta is one of the most loved places to stay on the Gold Coast. From sunrise swims at Greenmount and Kirra to long lunches, oceanfront walks and easy access to dining and entertainment, everything here revo...
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01 December 2025
Your Ultimate Guide To Summer Events On The Gold Coast
As a stellar lineup of events rolls in this December, January and February, the Gold Coast has officially entered party mode. From star-studded red carpets at the AACTA Awards to adrenaline-fueled heroics at the Shaw and Partners Shannon Eckstein Ironman Classic, there’s something for locals and hol...
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31 October 2025
Local’s Guide To Coolangatta
With a world famous point break, sprawling sandy beaches, amazing restaurants and a slightly slower pace of life, Coolangatta is renowned for its casual coastal culture. Join the laid back vibes with pursuits such as leisurely walks along the shore, alfresco dining and making the most of local beach...
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30 September 2025
Best Brunch Spots in Broadbeach
A bite-sized guide to Broadbeach brunching Ah, Broadbeach. With its sparkling coastline, iconic surf and sunny charm, it’s easy to see why it’s one of the Gold Coast’s most loved destinations. And while the world-class beaches might lure you in, it’s the worldly brunch delights that’ll have you stic...
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18 August 2025
Family Friendly Attractions in Surfers Paradise
If you’re looking for the perfect family friendly destination, bring the kids to Surfers Paradise. With pristine beaches, laid-back vibes, and an endless list of epic activities, it’s basically a family-fun jackpot. Rain or shine, these family-friendly things to do in Surfers Paradise are loved by ...
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25 July 2025
Best Picnic Spots On The Gold Coast
Fresh air, nature and good food in the great outdoors. There are few better ways to spend a sunny day than packing a picnic and heading to a special spot to enjoy the simple things. Many of Gold Coast’s beach front parks are ideal for picnics - Burleigh to North Burleigh, Broadbeach and Coolangatta...
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27 June 2025
The Ultimate Gold Coast Guide For Sports Fans
Whether you’re cheering from the sidelines or jumping into the action yourself, this city lives and breathes sport. The Gold Coast’s epic weather and active, outdoor lifestyle makes it a natural fit for sports fans – both locals and visitors. From the best spots to surf and skate, to heart-pounding ...
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14 May 2025
10 Reasons to Take a Sneeky Mid-Weeky on the Gold Coast
A sunny sojourn to the Gold Coast is always a good idea. And you don’t have to wait until the weekend hits to turn your getaway dreams into a reality. Mid-week is an ideal time to try out popular dining spots, book cool accom at a great rate, venture into the lush Hinterland and explore stretches of...
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10 April 2025
Glamping On The Gold Coast
Want to get back to nature but not a fan of camping? Glamping (glamorous camping) is the perfect solution – you get to stay in the great outdoors without compromising on creature comforts. To immerse yourself in the incredible natural beauty of the Gold Coast, simply step outside your door... or te...
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16 January 2025
Local's Guide to Palm Beach
Situated on the southern Gold Coast, Palm Beach is loved for its laidback coastal character that blends natural beauty with urban cool. Bordered by Tallebudgera Creek to the north, Currumbin Creek to the south, with canals flowing throughout the suburb, life here is intrinsically connected to the wa...
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18 December 2024
Park Life: 10 of Gold Coast's Best Public Parks
The Gold Coast is known for it's outdoor lifestyle and it's easy to see why. Gorgeous weather year round, a stunning natural environment with plenty of green spaces, pristine beaches, sparkling waterways and so many beautiful parks. While the foreshore parks along the coastline are lovely, it's wor...
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07 November 2024
The Ultimate Family Fun Destinations on the Gold Coast
If playful was a place, it would be the Gold Coast. It's a destination loved equally by parents and kids alike and with such a huge variety of things to do and places to visit, we reckon it's the best spot in Australia for family fun. In this flexible itinerary you'll find awesome activities for tod...
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15 October 2024
Discover the Best Camping Spots on the Gold Coast
Camping on the Gold Coast has been a popular holiday tradition for decades and as a result, there are plenty of excellent caravan parks and camping accommodation around town. From powered campsites to luxury glamping tents, self-contained cabins and safari tents, Gold Coast’s caravan parks provide a...
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13 September 2024
Get Lost in Gold Coast’s Natural Wonders, Waves & Wilderness
The Gold Coast gives you all the benefits of a big city like incredible dining, a buzzing culture scene and thriving nightlife. But part of our city's unique appeal is its proximity to pristine wilderness and natural beauty. This itinerary covers coastal and hinterland locations where you can immers...
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10 September 2024
Where to Stay For a Dreamy Couples Escape
There’s nothing like a few days away together to supercharge your relationship. Leave the routine behind and escape the Gold Coast for a couples' getaway where your only focus is having fun together, enjoying each other’s company and sharing some connection and affection. Whether it’s for a special ...
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.