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10 November 2017
48 Hours of Absolute Indulgence on the Gold Coast
If swanning poolside, bespoke massage treatments, designer shopping and champagne breakfasts sound like your kind of vacay, dust off the Louis luggage pronto 'cause we've got you covered. BREAKFAST AT HYDE PARADISO RESTAURANT AND BAR From its panoramic views of the Pacific, menus that change season...
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09 November 2017
LOCAL’S GUIDE: OUTDOOR DINING ON THE GOLD COAST
While Melbournians shiver in their laneways and Sydney-siders are saving their pennies to catch a glimpse of a celebrity chef, we’re kicking it alfresco – year round. Here’s a roundup of the best places to catch some rays while downing some of the Gold Coast’s best eats. ALFRED’S DINER This coastal ...
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10 November 2017
THEME PARK EATS YOU WON’T WANT TO SHARE
If the last time you went to a theme park was in your primary school years you’d be forgiven for thinking that dagwood dogs are going to be lathering grease over your white knuckles post thrill ride. Fortunately with time comes culinary wisdom and theme parks these days are adorned with gourmet, glu...
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09 November 2017
CHAMPIONS OF LOCAL PRODUCE
Eco-friendly, sustainable and holistic – many cafes and restaurants on the Gold Coast source their goods from local producers and count provenance as essential to their day-to-day operations and marketing. COMMUNE The McCluskeys, Commune’s owners, have never been afraid to push boundaries. Even befo...
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09 November 2017
MEET THE PHOTOGRAPHER – SEAN SCOTT
Sean Scott has become one of the Gold Coast’s best know photographers. His breathtaking images capture the Gold Coast’s coastal beauty above, on and under the water. While photographic assignments have taken Sean to many stunning parts of the globe, from the Aurora Borealis in Iceland and Norway to ...
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06 November 2017
THE SOCIAL SUPERSTAR: LONI JANE
Mama-of-two, plant-based enthusiast, social media maven and successful author of e-book Feel The Lean, Loni Jane and her gorgeous family call the Gold Coast home. Gold Coast social media star Loni Jane describes herself as a “28-year-old Earthling, mother, photographer and creative artist”. Mother o...
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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
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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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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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...
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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.