MUST DO
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17 April 2024
Itinerary: 24 Hours on Southern Gold Coast
Surf some of the world’s best waves, explore the freshwater swimming holes and rainforest of the Hinterland or splash around in the clear waters of some stunning creeks - there are many ways to spend a dreamy day on the southern Gold Coast. You could hang out with hundreds of Australian animals at C...
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15 March 2024
Stay in Style at These 6 Cool Retro Motels
Our seaside city has a long history as Australia’s favourite holiday destination. During the 60s and 70s the Gold Coast Highway was lined with motels and hotels, sporting blinking neon signs and catchy names. Happily, a few of these classics still remain and have been lovingly restored and updated w...
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28 February 2024
Choose Your Own Adventure
The Gold Coast is famous for its alfresco lifestyle and incredible location, so it's no surprise that outdoor activities are our speciality. Whether you want to explore ancient rainforests, sparkling waterways or a unique dive site, see the city from above, or from the back of a Harley Davidson, you...
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01 February 2024
25 Things To Do For Under $25
No need to break the bank during a visit to the Gold Coast. You can have the time of your life for under $25. In fact, there are plenty of amazing experiences that don’t cost a single cent. Here are some savvy ideas on how to get the most out of the Gold Coast even if you’re on a budget. 1. What’s ...
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28 January 2024
25 Great Gold Coast Dates
Sure, Paris is pretty romantic but if you're loved up and looking for a dreamy destination where the chemistry is sure to spark, then you can't go past the Gold Coast. Feel the love with beachside sunsets, pretty picnic locations and different date ideas that encourage playfulness, affection and con...
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11 January 2024
The Gold Coast Thrill Seeker's Adventure Guide
Do you prefer life at a leisurely pace? Or would you rather go fast, get amongst it and immerse yourself in energetic experiences that get the endorphins flowing? For those who want to take it to extremes and explore every corner of this stunning city, we’ve compiled a hit list of action-packed adve...
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10 January 2024
The Best Markets To Visit On The Gold Coast
When it comes to shopping fresh, nothing beats Gold Coast markets. And here on the Gold Coast we have an array of artisan-inspired marketplaces sprinkled all over the suburbs, dotted beside our beaches and nestled in our valleys. Whether you’re on a hunt for vintage fashion, wanting to fill your bag...
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20 December 2023
Gold Coast Bucket List
These are the once-in-a-lifetime experiences that you’ll remember forever. How many of the these iconic Gold Coast attractions have you ticked off? Skypoint Climb Conquer Australia’s highest external building climb, the Skypoint Climb atop of the Q1 building in Surfers Paradise. Get suited up and st...
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01 December 2023
Hit The Trail On These Gold Coast Hikes
It’s common knowledge that the Gold Coast is paradise for surfers, but did you know it’s also heaven for hiking enthusiasts? Yep, that’s right – there are close to 700km of hiking trails round here that weave through 35,000 hectares of beautiful bushland reserves, conservation areas and national par...
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30 November 2023
South Stradbroke Island: The Gold Coast’s Best Kept Secret
This peaceful, picturesque island is the Gold Coast’s best-kept secret. In fact, South Stradbroke Island is one of Queensland’s best secrets despite the fact it’s barely a stone’s throw from the hustle and bustle of Main Beach. You’ll always have a patch of paradise to yourself on South Straddie, as...
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16 October 2023
Pamper Yourself At These Gold Coast Day Spas
Soak your worries away and indulge in beauty and wellbeing treatments at some of the best day spas on the Gold Coast. Treat yourself to a mind-melting massage, rejuvenating facial or blissful body wrap at a 5-star hotel, outdoor bathhouse or eco-retreat in the Hinterland. Combine with some sunshine ...
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14 August 2023
8 Experiences to Discover Gold Coast From Above
When to comes to getting a bird’s eye view, there’s no better place than the Gold Coast to take to the skies. If you’re arriving on the Gold Coast via plane, you’ll get an awesome view of our our aerial aesthetics coming in to land at Coolangatta airport. But to admire them in more detail, float ove...
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10 August 2023
Pacific Fair: A Beacon of Inclusive Shopping for Tourists with Disabilities on the Gold Coast
Nestled in the heart of Broadbeach, Gold Coast, Pacific Fair stands as a testament to inclusive shopping, dining, and entertainment. With over 400 stores, Pacific Fair is one of Australia's largest shopping centres and offers a diverse range of international, Australian, lifestyle, and luxury retail...
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19 July 2023
The Best Things To Do At Night On The Gold Coast
So you’ve enjoyed an amazing evening meal but you’re not ready to call it a night… or there's time to kill before your dinner booking. If you're keen to keep the good times rolling, we’ve got you. The Gold Coast offers an epic lineup of entertainment experiences that stay open late, whether that's a...
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16 June 2023
Explore Gold Coast's Vibrant Night Markets
The fun doesn't end when the sun goes down.. What’s not to love about a night market? Not only can you tuck in to the cuisine of your choice and feast on a huge variety of food, but you get to enjoy some live entertainment, a spot of retail therapy and buzzing Gold Coast culture. Here are four local...
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29 May 2023
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 humidity that makes summer heat hard to bare is replaced with crisp air, glorious sunshine and bluebird skies - perfect weather f...
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Destination 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.