EAT & DRINK
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How To Plan The Perfect Date On The Gold Coast
Looking to take your love to new heights? Experience some of the best locations and attractions right here on the Gold Coast with your beloved. We’ve put together three date ideas that are sure to impress… ZOOM ALONG THE WATERWAYS BY JET SKI While jet skis may be every males’ ideal date activity, it...
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Green Behind The Gold: Your Romantic Getaway Awaits
In today’s fast-paced, digital reliant world comes less time (for most) to truly stop and smell the roses. We recommend taking a conscious time out to experience a luxury treetop escape where you and your loved one can rest, relax and reconnect. Treating your special someone can however take some pl...
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Date Ideas To Dial Up The Romance On The Gold Coast
As we’ve learned from the many dating shows that hit our TV (and mobile) screens, true love is best served wining and dining with your sweetheart at a magical beach oasis by night and throwing yourselves into one-of-a-kind experiences by day. If you’re looking for ideas for a truly magical getaway w...
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Making Memories: 10 Experiences All Generations Can Enjoy
Long known as THE destination for a holiday, cast your mind back to some of the iconic experiences you had a child with your parents and grandparents on the Gold Coast. Formerly the Currumbin Bird Sanctuary (now Wildlife Sanctuary), the lorikeet feeding has been a staple of many a trip to the iconic...
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TOP SPOTS FOR VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN DINING ON THE GOLD COAST
The vegetarian dining scene has flourished during the past few years, particularly on the Southern end of the Gold Coast. There’s a growing awareness of provenance and sustainability, food education and healthier food habits. Gone are the days when ordering a vegetarian meal drew the expectation of ...
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TOP GOLD COAST SEAFOOD EATERIES WITH A VIEW
It’s only fair that sun, surf and seafood be served side-by-side. From salty fish and chips on the beach, buckets of the freshest prawns or a decadent seafood platter, there’s nothing quite like feasting on fresh local fish with a view of the ocean. Agree? Read on for our top picks. GOLD COAST FISHE...
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WARM UP AT THESE NEW GOLD COAST FOODIE HOTSPOTS THIS WINTER
It’s no secret the Gold Coast has become somewhat of a seaside foodie haven over the last few years, with exceptional eateries and bars popping up all over the place. Believe it or not, winter is no exception in our perpetually sunny city. Recently, a few must-try newbies have swung open their doors...
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A TASTY GUIDE TO OUTDOOR DINING ON THE GOLD COAST
So you’ve been attracted to the Gold Coast for her magnificent coastline, wide-open spaces and endless balmy days? Naturally you’ll be lured to her ample alfresco dining options too. And who wouldn’t? Whether you’re here for a good time or a long time, make this your must-do list of the Gold Coast’s...
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WHERE TO COMBINE FOOD AND CULTURE ON THE GOLD COAST
You already know the Gold Coast is in the midst of a major cultural transformation with a growing number of arts experiences popping up across the city. When you combine that with an already thriving foodie scene, the opportunities to combine your great loves – food and drink with art and culture ar...
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9 OF THE BEST NIGHTLIFE HOTSPOTS ON THE GC
Friday evening rolls in, R Kelly’s Ignition comes onto the radio and all of a sudden you’re tingling for a tipple and a good time because it’s the freakin’ weekend (and you’re about to have you some fun). But where to go and what to do? Fear not, fun seekers – we’ve got you sorted. Get your pens out...
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HUNGRY? CHECK OUT THE COAST’S FINEST SMORGASBORD SPREADS
All-you-can-eat buffet? We couldn’t ask for more! With Willy Wonka worthy fondue fountains, seafood straight off the boat and revolving views, it really is a matter of the more the merrier on the Gold Coast. So get your stretchy pants ready as we visit five of the city’s finest smorgasbords. BAZAAR ...
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LOCALS GUIDE: BEST BREAKY SPOTS ON THE GC
Rise, dine and shine this weekend or next holiday stay with the local’s inspired Gold Coast guide to the most important meal of the day. CARDAMOM POD Pictured: French Toast at Cardamom Pod, Southport. Image: Jerad Williams. Experts tell us to eat the rainbow and you’ll find it on the plate at Cardam...
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WHAT’S NEW & NOTEWORTHY IN BURLEIGH HEADS
Ask any local and they’ll tell you that Burleigh is where the magic happens. Sure, the glittering, iconic skyline of Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach put us squarely on the international tourist map, but it’s Burleigh, the bohemian pocket bordered by a coastal national park, that oozes the true essen...
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BEST STREET EATS ON THE GOLD COAST
Whether you’ve landed after dark with a #hangry family entourage in tow or you’re famished yet undecided if you’re craving Asian street eats or home cooked Italian, we’ve got some inspiration for you. Smattered the entire length of the Gold Coast is a wealth of neighbourhood eat streets and late nig...
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RAISE THE ROOF-TOP BARS THIS SUMMER
There’s been a rooftop revolution on the blue-sky blessed Gold Coast. From spritz in the sunshine to starlight spirits among the skyscrapers, Gold Coast local Chantay Logan has your guide to raising the bar. Photo credit The Pink Hotel Coolangatta Facebook page SANTERIA 171 Griffith St, Coolangatta ...
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TOP INSTA-WORTHY DISHES ON THE GOLD COAST
Is it even a holiday if you don’t taste your way around a destination, losing yourself in local flavours and snapping Instagram shots along the away?! These days it’s all about the ‘pics or it didn’t happen’ approach, and hey, we get it… why wouldn’t you want to spread the love of your most scrumpti...
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.