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12 November 2025
Where to Get Your Santa Photos on the Gold Coast
It's an annual tradition that little people, pets and parents love. Santa has arrived on the Gold Coast to sprinkle some Christmas magic and take some festive photos. Get in quick - he needs to get back to the North Pole to prep for his big delivery day. Here’s where to get your Gold Coast Santa pho...
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31 October 2025
Local’s Guide To Coolangatta
With a world famous point break, sprawling sandy beaches, amazing restaurants and a slightly slower pace of life, Coolangatta is renowned for its casual coastal culture. Join the laid back vibes with pursuits such as leisurely walks along the shoreline, alfresco dining and sundowners at the end of t...
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03 October 2025
T20 Cricket Clash: Australia vs India Hits the Gold Coast
One of the most exciting events on the Australian sports calendar is coming to the Gold Coast! The T20 International cricket will see the Gold Coast host the Indian men’s team for the first time ever as they take on Australia. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love the electric atmosphere of wor...
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08 September 2025
Spooky Season! Halloween at Gold Coast Theme Parks
Halloween on the Gold Coast is anything but ordinary, with the city’s world-class theme parks transforming into spine-tingling playgrounds of thrills, chills and family fun. From eerie mazes and fright-filled shows to trick-or-treat trails and kid-friendly entertainment, each park brings its own uni...
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03 September 2025
September School Holiday Survival Guide
School’s out for Spring and kids all over the country are celebrating their freedom… while their parents wonder how to keep them entertained for two weeks. Here on the Gold Coast we’ve got it covered with a huge range of attractions, entertainment and holiday activities. There are cool arts and cul...
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02 September 2025
11 Exciting Things to Do With Toddlers on the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is a wonderland for the little people in your life. From exciting animal encounters and thrilling theme parks to immersive art experiences and adventures in nature, there are endless ways to entertain toddlers in this pocket of paradise. Gather your minis and make your way through our...
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24 August 2025
Get Up And Gold Coast in Burleigh Heads
Get up and Gold Coast in one of the city's favourite beachside locations! Discover all the best spots to explore in Burleigh Heads in this 24-hour itinerary. Stroll through the National Park, surf the point break, explore some of the best bars and restaurants, bask on the beach and soak up the laidb...
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12 August 2025
Travel Hacks For Your Gold Coast Holiday
Want to make the most of your time on the Gold Coast? We've got you! From top planning tips and what to pack, to some handy apps and money saving hacks, here's how to ace your holiday. Download the Experience Gold Coast app Want to experience everything this city has to offer? There’s an app for t...
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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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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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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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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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16 April 2025
8 Excellent Reasons to Stay & Play on the Gold Coast
The weather’s cooling down, but the 2025 Gold Coast events calendar is firing up! Free blues music in Broadbeach, celebrations of surf culture, Australia’s largest nostalgia festival and the action-packed Pacific Airshow are all coming to town. For an unrivalled experience, stay and play in the cen...
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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 ...
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17 February 2025
Plan the Ultimate Multi-Generational Family Holiday
Finding a holiday destination that delights everyone from toddlers to teens - and Nana too - may not seem like an easy feat, but on the Gold Coast, it’s an absolute breeze. With magical naturescapes to explore, activities that bring out the inner child in everyone, and incredible places to stay, th...
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.