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The Best Gold Coast Breweries, Wineries & Distilleries

Love to sample a local drop? Then we’ve got good news. The Gold Coast is home to an impressive number of highly regarded producers of craft beer, boutique spirits and award-winning wines. Whether your drink of choice is a liquor or a larger, vino or a vodka cocktail, you’ll probably need...

What To Do When It’s Raining On The Gold Coast

There are 300 days of glorious sunshine on the Gold Coast each year. As for the other 65 days? Well, there’s no guarantee of perfect beach weather. But fear not… if the forecast is looking unfavourable during your stay there are still plenty of wet weather activities to keep you entertained rain, ha...

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Get Back to Nature With These Gold Coast Stays

There's nothing quite like escaping into nature, away from the hustle and bustle to restore that elusive balance in your life. And where better to become fully immersed in the beauty and tranquility of the natural world than the unique environment of the Gold Coast? Whether you fancy a luxe country-...

25 Things To Do For Under $25 On The Gold Coast

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 ...

Where Whales Come And Play

The Gold Coast Highway runs parallel to another highway, but it’s not one you can drive. To travel this popular and picturesque route, you’re going to need either a boat or fins and powerful flukes. It’s the Humpback Highway – the annual migration route for thousands of humpback whales on their way ...

Let’s Go! Active Adventures For Your Gold Coast Holiday

If you're looking for action and adventure, you've come to the right place. The Gold Coast is a destination that delivers on diverse experiences with wide open spaces and wilderness, world-class attractions and breathtaking natural beauty alongside, fine dining, cool culture, sophisticated shopping ...

Local’s Guide to Canungra & Tamborine Mountain

We're absolutely blessed with our stunning hinterland here on the Gold Coast, and nestled amongst the rugged natural beauty and subtropical rainforest are two equally charming country towns - Canungra and Mount Tamborine. The best bit is, they're only 20 minutes away from each other so you can plan ...

4 Day Trips You Can Take From The Gold Coast

If you’re looking to explore other parts of stunning South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales, the Gold Coast is the perfect home base. Within an hour’s drive, there’s such a diverse choice of destinations to visit, from a buzzing capital city, to quaint coastal villages and a bohemian cou...

Midweek Gold Coast Getaway

This year, the Australia Day public holiday falls on a Wednesday (January 26th, 2022). If you ask us, it’s the perfect excuse for a spontaneous midweek Gold Coast getaway. (Hot tip: take Thursday and Friday off for a five day weekend!) We’ve sourced some ideal accommodation where you can stay and pl...

48-Hour Itinerary: Explore Gold Coast Arts & Culture

Colourful and creative, loud and lively, the Gold Coast arts and culture scene is  exploding with new talent, vibrant venues and a supportive environment for the arts. When it comes to music, design, fashion, performing arts, sculpture and more, our homegrown talent is turning heads and gaining...

Top 6 Golden Glamping Experiences On The Gold Coast

Want to get back to nature but not a fan of camping? Glamping (glamorous camping) is the perfect solution – you get to experience the great outdoors without compromising on creature comforts. Welcome to the world of super-luxe eco accommodation complete with fine linens, rotating fireplaces, twin ba...

Diving Into The Best Hotel Pools On The Gold Coast

Sure the Gold Coast is home to glorious, sun-drenched beaches, but if you want to escape the crowds and really bliss out, then the epic array of luxe hotel pools on offer is where you’ll want to throw a towel down when the temps rise. Think: gourmet food delivered straight to your sun lounge and swi...

Gold Coast Guide To School Holidays

Summer has arrived on the Gold Coast! That means there’s six weeks of school holidays ahead and luckily there’s plenty on offer to keep the kids entertained this Christmas break. Whether you’ve got yourself a wildlife warrior or a budding crafter, there’s a tempting array of ...

Free School Holiday Fun On The Gold Coast

Keeping the kids entertained is going to be a breeze during school holidays. Just bring them down to Surfers Paradise or Broadbeach for some family-friendly activities. Check out the fun stuff happening for free! Join in a scavenger hunt with a difference around Surfers Paradise (or should that be S...

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...