MUST DO
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06 June 2019
WHERE TO GET YOUR THEATRE FIX ON THE GOLD COAST
The Gold Coast isn’t usually a place people would associate with theatre, but it’s been said that we have one of the highest concentrations of amateur theatre companies in Australia right here. And with that comes a growing appetite for theatre more broadly. Which is good news for cultural tourists ...
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28 May 2019
5 SPLASH-WORTHY WATERFALLS IN THE GOLD COAST HINTERLAND
So you’ve decided to peel yourself away from the beach? Escape the seaside and dive into the Gold Coast’s diverse hinterland—the ‘green behind the gold’ as it’s fondly known. Here you’ll unearth a piece of the city’s fabric that’s as magical as the sandy coastline that made it famous. We’re helping ...
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13 May 2019
ESCAPE TO THE HEART OF THE HINTERLAND
While it’s only 45 minutes from the beach, Springbrook is at the top of the Gold Coast hinterland and offers visitors a completely different experience from the coast, amongst ancient rainforest along the caldera of an ancient volcano. It’s home to stunning look-outs easily accessible on foot, and t...
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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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05 April 2019
12 REASONS TO EXTEND YOUR GOLD COAST STAY THIS EASTER
Quite obviously, there are a million reasons to visit the Gold Coast and never leave. Autumn in particular though, brings a little bit of magic all of its own in the form of mind-blowing sunset hues, perfect evening BBQ weather and, of course, all the usual local suspects (eating, drinking, playing ...
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19 October 2018
HOW TO SPEND A FUN-FILLED WEEKEND ON THE GOLD COAST
If The Hangover taught us anything, it is that a lot of interesting things can happen in a short amount of time. A LOT. Which is perfect, because we’ve made you something should you find yourself with a weekend to spare and decide a trip to the Gold Coast is the best way to spend it (it is). Without...
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04 September 2018
9 COOL NEW PLACES TO HIT UP ON YOUR NEXT GOLD COAST HOLIDAY
Over the last year the Gold Coast food scene in particular absolutely exploded with epic new venues opening left, right and centre to the delight of both locals and visitors who don’t seem to mind a tasty feast or two (guilty). Not only new food venues though, the Coast has also seen the introductio...
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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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14 August 2018
8 WAYS TO TAP INTO THE COAST’S CULTURAL WAVE
1. ATTEND CULTURAL EVENTS Arty people love to include you in arty things so they created arty festivals that make it super easy for you to access all the arts. The Gold Coast’s premiere arts and culture festival Bleach* is back in April for an incredible line up of free and easily accessible ar...
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20 July 2018
A LOCALS GUIDE TO GOLD COAST MARKETS WITH ANNETTE DALEY
From endless racks of lust-worthy linens, to live acoustic gigs and gourmet food trucks that serve up finger-lickin’ street eats, our market scene has really upped its ante. With only so many Sundays in a year, it’s becoming more and more difficult for us to choose which to peruse. With that in mind...
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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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18 June 2018
TEE OFF AT TOP GOLF
Here’s one for the ladies, the fellas, the families, the golf-lovers, the foodie fanatics and the all-round good-time-havers – Topgolf Gold Coast has made its Australian debut, presenting as the hottest new place for locals to par-tee. Positioned in Oxenford’s entertainment hub (right next door to W...
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05 April 2018
INDIGENOUS EXPERIENCES ON THE GOLD COAST
If you were one of the millions of people mesmerised by the incredible Indigenous performances of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony, this list is for you. Among the many talented performers was Gold Coast local and director of the Gathering performance, Luther Cora. Luther’s vo...
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13 March 2018
SURF SAFETY: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE TAKING TO THE WAVES
Gold Coast beaches are world-famous and clearly beautiful, but they can also be unpredictable. Keep you and your family safe in the surf with these tips: STAY BETWEEN THE FLAGS This is the number one rule of the beach: ALWAYS swim between the red and yellow flags. This patch of beach is the safest ...
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06 February 2018
HYPE IT UP ON THE DC RIVALS HYPERCOASTER
Gear up for the longest, highest and fastest rollercoaster in the southern hemisphere. Warner Bros. Movie World is home to the DC Rivals Hypercoaster which is the first of its kind in the whole of Australia. See if you can handle this view from the front seat before you jump in line for the ride. Ar...
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04 January 2018
LOCAL’S GUIDE: 10 PLACES TO SHOP
You’ll catch local mum and children’s fashion brand owner Sarah Van Vliet selling her coastal-inspired bohemian pieces of label Dusty Child every second weekend at The Village Markets. Though she’s passionate about supporting independent, local brands, she’s also rather partial to a shopping day at ...
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.