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15 July 2025
Giddy Up! Gold Coast Horse Riding Trails & Tours
Select your steed and saddle up to experience the Gold Coast on horseback. Never ridden before? Rest assured that the following Gold Coast horse riding facilities will breeze you through the basics and you'll be up and riding one of these majestic creatures in no time. Whether you want to learn in ...
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11 July 2025
3 Must-See Events at BLEACH* Festival 2025
Gold Coast's annual arts and culture festival back! Welcome to BLEACH* 2025. The festival’s dynamic program spans 11 days with free and ticketed events, installations, performances, gigs and galleries held at three vibrant festival hubs across the city: Kurrawa Park, Emerald Lakes, and HOTA. Be insp...
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02 July 2025
The Best Hotel Buffets on the Gold Coast
Hooray for the hotel buffet! If you're ready for decadent all-you-can-eat feast, Gold Coast hotels are serving up some truly mouthwatering buffet spreads. Step out to dinner for a tasty variety of dishes in a sophisticated setting. Or start the day with a decadent breakfast smorgasbord. Either way, ...
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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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17 June 2025
Best Tiny House Accommodation On The Gold Coast
The allure of the Gold Coast goes far beyond just its pristine beaches and buzzing metropolitan precincts. With the lush Hinterland at its back door, the Gold Coast and surrounding areas are emerging as a hub for tiny house accommodation and memorable into-the-wilderness escapes. Whether you're an e...
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13 June 2025
Family-Friendly Activities for the Winter School Holidays
Wondering how to spend the winter school holidays on the Gold Coast? Our city has a packed schedule of events, activities and family-friendly adventures to ensure kids (and parents) have the best holidays ever! From whale watching and a winter wonderland, to inspiring street festivals and theme park...
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12 June 2025
Get Cosy at These 10 Gold Coast Venues With A Fireplace
As the temperature drops, it’s time to dig out those snuggly jumpers, tuck into a hearty comfort meal and cradle a steaming cup of your favourite brew by the fire. Fortunately, the Gold Coast has no shortage of charming hideaways where crackling fires and cosy vibes await. From the Hinterland to th...
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06 June 2025
Plan the Perfect Sneeky Mid-Weeky: 4-Day Gold Coast Itinerary
Mid-week is magic on the Gold Coast! And with incredible Sneeky Mid-Weeky deals on some of the city’s best accommodation, dining and experiences, there’s never been a better time to book a getaway between Monday and Thursday. This 4-day itinerary showcases just a few of the amazing Sneeky Mid-Weeky...
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05 June 2025
5 Great Reasons to Visit the Gold Coast in Winter
Looking for the perfect winter holiday? You’ve found it! The Gold Coast is gorgeous year round and winter offers a different experience of our beautiful seaside city. The summer heat and humidity is replaced with crisp air, glorious sunshine and bluebird skies - perfect weather for exploring, hiking...
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23 May 2025
Stay a While: Gold Coast's Best Hotel Bars
From elegant lobby lounges to lively inner city rooftop venues, the Gold Coast is home to some exceptional hotel bars. Settle in, soak up the ambience and sample the work of expert mixologists with a signature cocktail. Lito - Mondrian Gold Coast Located on the ground floor of the brand new Mondrian...
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14 May 2025
Local Flavour - Explore Scenic Rim Eat Local Month
Australia’s most authentic food and farming festival returns—bigger and tastier than ever! Scenic Rim Eat Local Month is a celebration of the food, produce and people of this fertile region of South East Queensland where much of our fresh produce is grown. There’s a host of foodie-focused events ta...
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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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02 May 2025
Gold Coast Whale Watching Guide
Hanging out with humpbacks is a must-do when you're on the Gold Coast. Hop aboard a whale watching tour for incredible encounters with these massive marine mammals in the open ocean. To see them frolicking, breaching and blowing is an experience that will stay with you long after you set foot on lan...
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17 April 2025
How to Celebrate Mother's Day on the Gold Coast
Want to spoil Mum this Mother’s Day? Too easy! Whether she’s a foodie, culture buff, nature lover, day spa devotee or thrill-seeker, the Gold Coast has got you covered with the perfect experience to make her feel special. Spend the day at HOTA Perfect for the artsy mums, head to HOTA, a cultural won...
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04 April 2025
Experience the Magic of a Gold Coast Day Cruise
With a super scenic coastline and sparkling waterways winding through the Gold Coast, a day cruise is an ideal and very relaxing way to explore the city. Whether you’re dreaming of a luxe experience with catering, a family friendly adventure on the water or day of sightseeing with a difference, when...
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21 March 2025
Family-Friendly Easter Holiday Activities
The 2025 Easter holidays on the Gold Coast are set to be entertaining, adventurous and eggsellent fun! Check out the exceptional array of holiday activities from creative workshops, wildlife programs and outdoor fun to Easter Egg hunts, unique attractions, markets and more. Easter Activities HOTA's ...
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.