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07 November 2019
10 Things To Do On The Gold Coast For Under $20
Looking to stretch your holiday or weekend budget a bit further? With a myriad of activities on offer in our beautiful city, we’ve sourced 10 of the best things to do on your next holiday or weekend adventure. And the best part? They’ll cost you less than $20 a pop! 1. GRAB A BUDGET-FRIENDLY BITE Gr...
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30 October 2019
Secret Spots Locals Love On The Gold Coast
There’s a hand-painted wooden sign nailed to a tree on the road leading from Canungra to Lamington National Park, which encourages motorists to simply “keep going”. And how apt this message is. From the lush, tranquil hinterland to bustling coastal suburbs; the Seaway and everything in-between that...
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03 October 2019
Top 20 Gold Coast Experiences
As a city that boasts 300 days of beautiful sunshine, unmatched stretches of white sandy beaches, breath-taking landscapes and skylines, as well as the local’s best-kept secret, the Hinterland, it’s not surprising why many flock to experience the Gold Coast – Australia’s premier leisure and events d...
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13 September 2019
Top 10 Best Activities For Your Next Adrenaline Rush
The Gold Coast has long been known for putting the ‘fun’ in family holidays, thanks to its plethora of activities to suit all vacation types and thrill levels. If you’re the more enthusiastic thrill-seeker type and are on the hunt for your next adventure to get the heart racing and adrenaline pumpin...
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02 August 2019
HIT THE GREAT OUTDOORS WITH THESE TOP GOLD COAST BIKING TRAILS
It doesn’t matter what kind of cyclist you are: the Gold Coast has something for everyone. With its long expanse of flat terrain beside one of the most picturesque coastlines on the planet; beginner cyclists and those preferring to cruise are well catered for. But should you wish for a tough climb, ...
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16 July 2019
TOP SOUTHERN GOLD COAST EXPERIENCES YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS
The Gold Coast is home to some of Australia’s best attractions and experiences. We look at what experiences you shouldn’t miss on the Southern Gold Coast during your next visit. COOLANGATTA The ultimate beach stroll There’s no more striking coastal walk in Australia than the three-kilometre path bet...
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08 April 2019
ACTION PACKED FUN FOR FAMILIES ON THE GOLD COAST
There’s been a recent shift in our holiday requirements because, unlike their weary mother, the very last thing my kids are looking for in a holiday is chill time. My kids have spent many summers riding, sliding, and splashing through the right-of-passage thrill rides and slides in the Theme Park Ca...
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12 February 2019
THE NOSTALGIC AND THE NEW
Places become icons thanks to those who have loved them, and for these Gold Coast treasures it’s not hard to see why. As we grow up, so too do the holiday destinations we pin memories to. CONNECT There’s a niggling to relive first time memories. We feel it when holding old photo albums in our hands...
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15 November 2018
GOLFERS PARADISE ON THE GOLD COAST
Did you know the Gold Coast is actually the golfing capital of Australia? There’s more golf courses here per capita than anywhere else in the whole country. There’s over 35 courses – ranging from some of the best championship courses designed by the world’s most famous golfers, to knock-about nine-h...
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01 November 2018
20 THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS ON THE GOLD COAST
Ok holiday planners, we’ve pulled together a list of 20 ways to impress the kids on just how darn cool you are at bringing the goods when you next visit the GC. Take a gander at these itinerary inclusions and click on through for easy bookings. And because some days are made for amped up activities ...
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18 September 2018
20 UNEXPECTED THINGS TO DO ON THE GOLD COAST
Think outside the box, take the alternative route and relish in something just a little bit different, with our top 20 unexpected things to do right here on the Gold Coast… Fancy meeting a skateboarding cat? Cruise down to Coolie and say hi to Didga and Boomer – the paw-some pair adored across the i...
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28 August 2018
6 INCREDIBLE GOLD COAST TOURS
Local media personality and die-hard surf lover Liz Cantor knows a thing or two about the best to see and do here on the Gold Coast. We had a chat to get the low-down on Liz’s must-do tour experiences to help you put together your ultimate GC itinerary. SKYPOINT CLIMB Image: SkyPoint Australia Faceb...
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13 July 2018
7 NEW THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS ON THE GOLD COAST
Image credit: Pacific Fair PLAY STREET Pacific Fair has answered our shopping-with-kids prayers with the installation of Play Street. A little wonderland for young ones and a haven for parents; it’s a worthy reward for good behaviour while you get your shopping on. Tucked neatly next to Krispy Kreme...
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10 November 2017
10 THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS ON THE GOLD COAST
The Gold Coast’s kid cred is renowned – theme parks, sand, sea, cuddly encounters, worlds built entirely for those that bounce, and ice creameries on just about every corner. If its been a while since you’ve been to the Coast, or it’s your first time, follow these local tips to make your trip a guar...
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06 November 2017
LOCAL’S GUIDE: 10 GOLD COAST WILDLIFE EXPERIENCES
SNORKEL WITH TURTLES AT COOK ISLAND If swimming alongside sea turtles is high on your bucket list, then a trip to Cook Island with Watersports Guru is for you. Just a short boat trip off the southern Gold Coast, Cook Island is perfect for divers and snorkelers of all experience levels. What’s more, ...
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06 November 2017
Unexpected Things To Do On The Gold Coast
Road tripping to the Gold Coast? Here are our top 10 unexpected things to do in (or around) the Gold Coast. PROGRESSIVE FEAST AT PALM BEACH It’s official. When no-one was watching, Palm Beach became cool. Seriously cool. From local bars and tapas joints to cutting edge foodie haunts, there are now m...
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.