Destination guide
Gold Coast
Its beaches are world-renowned, while its nightlife, glitzy malls and theme parks attract huge numbers of visitors, with good reason.
20 things that will surprise first-time visitors
It's just not theme parks and beaches; there are art galleries and rainforests, and a bar and dining scene to rival hipster Melbourne.
The must-do highlights in three days
There's so much to see and do on the Gold Coast; here's how you can try the best of what it offers in three days.
Ten Gold Coast secrets most visitors don’t know about
The Gold Coast has changed since you went there to visit theme parks as a kid.
Good Food’s guide on where to eat and drink right now
The city’s hospitality scene has never been better. Here’s a cheat sheet on what to check out next time you’re in town.
The best times to visit
With more than 300 days of sunshine, any time seems like a good time to visit the Gold Coast. But each season offers something different.
The top places to stay
The Gold Coast is much more than a theme park destination for families and its diverse range of accommodation reflects this.
Beyond the high rises: The dreaming behind the Gold Coast
Most Australian holidaymakers could name at least one theme park on the Gold Coast but few know the region’s oldest creation stories.
The secret to saving a fortune on a Gold Coast holiday
If you have the flexibility, the best time for a short break on the Gold Coast is to do it mid-week, when even the locals aren’t out and about.
Where to eat and drink
The Gold Coast's dining scene used to revolve around surf clubs. Now a throng of talented chefs have turned the region into a genuine foodie hot-spot.