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01 September 2021
Take Dad On A Gold Coast Adventure For Father’s Day
When it comes to celebrating Father’s Day this year, leave the socks and jocks at the shops and give dad a real thrill by taking him on an unexpected Gold Coast adventure. But where to? We’ve thought ahead and matched a range of dads to some suitable local suggestions. All you have to do is pick his...
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05 August 2021
Stay In The Know: Uncover These 6 Gold Coast Local Gems
Maybe you’ve been to the Gold Coast before, but we guarantee there are still unexplored corners of our destination waiting to be discovered. They’re not that hard to find – you just have to know where to look. Luckily we’re more than happy to spread the love and share some local knowledge. Read on f...
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29 July 2021
Gold Coast Business Develops Bright New Sparks
Dan the Sparky Man is one of the most successful and trusted electrical businesses on the Gold Coast, providing electrical services to builders, small-scale developers and homeowners. The company had its roots in Adelaide before Dan carpenter and his wife Kelly relocated to the Gold Coast in 2006. S...
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13 July 2021
Local’s Guide To Tugun
It’s the unassuming beachside suburb, just south of Currumbin and what it lacks in size, it makes up for in vibe. But sometimes Tugun gets overlooked by visitors to the Gold Coast. Locals know that this spot is an absolute gem, bursting with creativity, exceptional eats and of course, quality coffee...
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05 July 2021
Set Your Sights On North Gold Coast
North Gold Coast is where its at. Newcomers of the culinary kind are popping up all over the place. Between Southport and Sanctuary Cove, you’ll discover Mediterranean-inspired wine bars, dessert digs, family-friendly taprooms and bakehouses that will send your taste buds into a spin. There’s plenty...
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04 July 2021
Hooray For Hollywood!
In exciting news for Gold Coast visitors and locals, Warner Bros. Movie World have extended the fabulous Hooray For Hollywood – an all new special event that’s set to become an annual celebration of movie magic at the much-loved theme park. While the latest Covid lockdowns affected the plans of many...
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17 May 2021
Walk On The Wild Side: 5 Easy Nature Walks On The Gold Coast
There’s nothing quite like a leisurely walk to stoke the senses and invigorate the soul. It’s also a wonderful way to go exploring and get a feel for a place, especially if you’re visiting for the first time. So stretch your legs and discover a whole new side of the Gold Coast. Here are some of our ...
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07 May 2021
Riviera Shapes the Craftsmen and Women of Tomorrow
Riviera has been building luxury watercraft on the Gold Coast for 40 years. From humble beginnings the company has grown to become an internationally competitive force in the marine industry. As Australia’s largest builder of luxury motor yachts Riviera is the jewel of the Coomera Marine Precinct, w...
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04 May 2021
Make A Splash! Water Sports Without The Waves
The Gold Coast might be world-famous for its surf, but there are plenty of activities to try where you can have a wonderful time on the water without a wave in sight. When we say these are immersive experiences, we mean it! Pack your towel and discover the aquatic adventures waiting on Gold Coast’s ...
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02 May 2021
6 Gold Coast Theme Parks
Adulting is hard and the art of play is too often left to the kids. Well, we say it’s time for the grown ups to get with the program, lighten up and let loose too! Theme Parks are just the antidote for taking life so seriously. Forget about lunch boxes and life admin for a day and focus on pure, una...
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15 April 2021
Australian Defence Force – Student Stories
Three Gold Coast teenagers have taken their first steps in a career in the military. Ethan Blackstock, from Bonogin, Ken Yamamoto, from Pimpama, and Max Brown, from Upper Coomera, are among the latest officer cadets to join the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) having achieved excellent ATAR ...
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04 April 2021
A Chocolate Lover’s Guide to the Gold Coast
Crave a good dessert fix every now and then? What better time to indulge than when on holidays? To assist you on your search for the sweetest treat we’ve put together a chocolate lover’s guide to the Gold Coast. Happy hunting! POPPY’S CHOCOLATE With one of the most extensive ranges of chocolatey goo...
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10 March 2021
The Gold Coast’s Incredible New HOTA Gallery
While our local arts scene has been steadily growing in size and credibility, the new HOTA (Home of the Arts) Gallery will give the Gold Coast some serious cultural clout. After almost three years of construction, the doors to the largest Australian gallery outside a capital city will open on May 8,...
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24 February 2021
Your Ultimate Guide to Paradise Resort
It’s been voted Australia’s best family resort 10 years in a row – and for good reason. Catering for babies through to teens, this is the only family resort in Australia with its own waterpark, ice-rink and kids’ club all under the one roof in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Paradise Resort has just ...
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19 February 2021
Insider’s Guide To Surfers Paradise
When people think of the Gold Coast, it’s Surfers Paradise that usually comes to mind. This constantly evolving destination is one of the country’s genuine tourism hot-spots. There’s always something happening in Surfers. With a thriving nightlight and food scene and endless options for entertainmen...
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04 December 2020
Your Gold Coast Shopping Guide
If shopping is your poison, pastime, sport or therapy, you’re about to meet your dream match on the Gold Coast. And it won’t matter whether you prefer to live large and lavish dripping in the latest designer threads, or scour one-off boutiques and markets for that exquisite vintage find. From the sp...
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.