About the Gold Coast

Cosmopolitan, cool and constantly evolving, the Gold Coast is Australia’s most preferred beach getaway location. Over 10 million holidaymakers get away to the city during each year, pulled with the vision of simple, spoiled days and fabulous, fast-paced nights.

Whether you’re a first-time tourist or a lifelong resident, the Gold Coast holds a myriad of activities to find, people to meet and things to do. It isn’t yet another destination – it’s a lifestyle.

Why go the Gold Coast?
If all-year-round beach sun and warm temperatures with above 57 wonderful kilometres of coastline aren’t sufficient to get you grabbing your suitcase right now, let the large variety of food and drink places, world class living and ever-expanding variety of events to do on the Gold Coast bring out even more inspiration. Are we there yet?

The best restaurants and cafes
With over 500 thriving Gold Coast restaurants, the local dining scene is all about that eating definitely is one of life’s best pleasures. Some of the world’s best chefs call the Gold Coast home and you may take your pick from alfresco seafood restaurants holding multi-million dollar scenery and chic, sophisticated up to the minute rush eateries. Or pick chilled out, idealic Gold Coast cafes that show simple things – exceptional service, lovely food and remarkable atmosphere – surely are the best.

Exciting things to do
The deep, driven and glorious landscape – think lush green rainforest, hinterland and mountains; expansive beaches, deep blue ocean waters and the superb Surfers Paradise skyline - that is the Gold Coast is a veritable ‘grown-up’s’ playground. Things to do are surfing, fishing, sailing, water sports, golf, theme parks, film studios, action and adventure – why not check out the spectacular views by your very own helicopter, seaplane, luxury cruiser or even a hot air balloon? Anything and everything will be found on the Gold Coast.

A wide variety of hotels and accommodation
When it’s time to lay down your weary head, you can be assured you’re not dreaming - your new home away from home awaits. The plethora of Gold Coast hotels on offer show varieties for every sort of travelers, whether you are looking for five-star waterfront glamour, a unique boutique retreat or a luxurious resort set on the ideallic grounds of a golf course.

International shopping scene
Boasting a famed shopping circuit that grants your pick of sizeable shopping centres, sensational open-air piazzas and funfilled shopping strips by the ocean, they have plenty of reasons to take out the plastic and come back laden with shopping bags! From the brand fashion boutiques – with international and Australian flair – to hip homewares stores, whatever it is you want, you’ll find it on the Gold Coast.

World-class day spas and retreats
Taking a vacation on the Gold Coast is going and indulging in the most important ‘me-time’ and there just can be no other way to totally let it all go than booking yourself in for a luxurious pamper at one of the unbeatable Gold Coast day spas. Whether it’s a relaxing back massage, a radiance-boosting facial, or an all-day pamper package offering a nutritious and nutritious dish, the Gold Coast health and wellbeing arena showcases a package for all wishes.

Large international events and unique local festivals
Part of the continuous attraction of the Gold Coast is drawn in the steady lineup of large international events and unique local events that occur. For any given day on the Gold Coast, you will be drawn by open-air concerts, international sporting events and professional surfing tournaments plus music, art, food and film festivals alike. No day is forgotten on the Gold Coast, providing you even more inclination to start packing your bags!

Thinking about holidaying on the Gold Coast? If so, visit the Gold Coast Guide for a review of Gold Coast attractions including things to do, things to see and tips on how to find a great restaurant; Gold Coast restaurants offers some of the best food in Australia.