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Luxury Escapes Guide to the Gold Coast

Luxury Escapes Guide to the Gold Coast

Glorious gold-sand beaches, spectacular skyrise stays, bustling ‘burbs and subtropical serenity. There’s nothing standard about the Gold Coast.

Gold Coast - Introduction

It’s little wonder this region has become Australia’s most iconic vacation destination. Once evoking an excess of tacky clichés (think bleached-blonde hair, leathery-tanned bodies, bikini-clad meter maids and swimmers as day wear), the Gold Coast of today has reinvented itself very much for the better.

Here, shimmering high-rises skirt 57km of ocean kissed coastline, big-budget theme parks sit side-by-side to maximize your fun, and hand-made boutique fashion is more popular than anything mass-produced.

Boasting year-round sunshine and a grown-up restaurant scene that belies its reputation, there’s much to enjoy for the foodies too. Ice cream shops serve you from just about every street corner, craft breweries dot the suburbs and Instagram worthy cafes and restaurants serve sumptuous cuisine well worth the extra calories.

Whether you stay in the glamorous coastal strip, away from the bustle of the tourist magnets, or even plan on crossing the border for a sun-soaked day trip, you just can’t help but fall in love with this vibrant slice of paradise.

Please note that due to current restrictions some operators may be temporarily closed. Check their websites for the most up-to-date information.

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Find a beach to suit you

You could be forgiven for thinking the Gold Coast is just one long stretch of sand, but once you get familiarized, you’ll realize each beach is different. For the swimmers and paddlers, there are the calmer waters of Surfers Paradise Beach, The Spit and Burleigh Beach, while surfers flock to the point breaks at Kirra Beach, Main Beach and Snapper Rocks. The Gold Coast is also home to year-round diving sites with the most diverse marine life in any Australian city. Head to Palm Beach Reef or Wave Break Island to explore the underwater ridges and channels.

Feed a kangaroo at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Feed a kangaroo at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of 27 hectares of rainforest as you meet native Australian and exotic wildlife animals at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Wander through open animal enclosures, take photos with a cuddly koala, feed kangaroos and lorikeets, see the Wildlife Hospital team work their magic, and marvel at saltwater crocodiles before watching entertaining shows and Aboriginal cultural performances. There is also plenty of entertainment for kids with a miniature train and huge outdoor themed playground.

Tour the distillery at Granddad Jacks

Tour the distillery at Granddad Jacks

Granddad Jacks is the Gold Coast’s first craft gin and whiskey distillery. Located just two minutes from Burleigh Beach, this old surfboard warehouse has been rebuilt with raw, rustic and upcycled materials including exposed brick walls, arched ceilings, hanging greenery and steel beams. Sign up for a tour and you’ll savor a gin and tonic on arrival, complimentary tastings of three gins and a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour through the distillery as you learn about the history of Jack himself.

Find your new favorite at The Village Markets

Find your new favorite at The Village Markets

Handcrafted wooden skateboards, sustainable knick-knacks, vintage mementos, one-of-a-kind collectibles, boutique clothing and live music by local artists — there is no denying The Village Markets are a special community worth supporting. A blossoming talent pool of artfully selected small businesses, stylists and creatives coming together since 2008, TVM has also helped pave the way for global brands such as [Peony Swimwear](https://www.peonyswimwear.com/), [Cleopatra’s Bling](https://www.cleopatrasbling.com/) and [Duke of London](https://www.dukeoflondon.co/). Those who diligently peruse this treasure trove of unique curiosities are typically rewarded with not just positive vibes, but authentic and affordable one-of-a-kind finds. Please note: trading is limited to the first and third Sunday of every month.

See the future of VR gaming at Zero Latency

See the future of VR gaming at Zero Latency

Are you a gaming aficionado? A die-hard fan of sci-fi? Or just an adrenalin junkie? If so, Zero Latency is a brand new multi-sensory experience for you. Already a success in Melbourne and Brisbane, this Southport based state-of-the-art VR experience allows you to roam freely throughout a 200sqm warehouse-sized area and immerse yourself in virtual reality. Choose to fight for survival amid a zombie apocalypse, take to the skies and outer space where you must rescue a space station, or walk through an ancient alien world where gravity is not as it seems. [Bookable via Luxury Escapes](https://luxuryescapes.com/experiences "Bookable via Luxury Escapes")

Discover a new world of entertainment at the Pink Flamingo

Discover a new world of entertainment at the Pink Flamingo

Be amused, tantalized and teased by a formidable cast of handpicked performers at the world’s first Spiegelclub, the Pink Flamingo. With nightly performances every Wednesday through Saturday, this new era of entertainment offers a promising touch of burlesque with a hint of Vegas. Flaunting blush pink velvet, a state-of-the-art circular stage, extravagant light fittings, gold touches, 1920s art and splashes of pink flamingos, this intimate and immersive cabaret experience also features aerials, acrobatics, choreography, vocals and laugh-out-loud comedy. Hang around for a high-end club experience.

Get hands-on at POT studios

Get hands-on at POT studios

Channel your inner creativity at the Gold Coast’s dreamy pottery studio, POT studios. Perfect for beginners who have always wanted to try pottery or those more skilled seeking a communal studio space, POT studios will help get your creative juices flowing. Offering a wide range of workshops and at-home tutorials, POT studios encourages you to slow down, connect with your clay and create a handmade pottery piece you can keep forever. If you’re looking for something more romantic, POT will organize private classes so you can channel your inner Swayze and Moore.

Let off some steam at Lumber Punks

Let off some steam at Lumber Punks

Fancy yourself as a bit of a lumberjack-slash-ninja? Test your axe throwing skills in dedicated throwing lanes at Lumber Punks in Miami. After a mandatory ‘Tactical Tomahawks and Hatchets’ safety training session, don your best plaid shirt and perfect your zombie apocalypse survival techniques. If you’re more competitive, why not challenge your mates to a game or two — think of it as darts but with an axe. Adding to the experience, there’s also a juke box for personalized bangers and novelty Viking hats for Insta moments. Biceps at the ready! [Bookable via Luxury Escapes](https://luxuryescapes.com/experiences "Bookable via Luxury Escapes")

Bash some balls at Topgolf

Bash some balls at Topgolf

Have a ball and test your swing at Topgolf, a state-of-the-art golfing facility located in Oxenford. An innovative, three-level venue equipped with 90 climate-controlled bays, the space boasts a 190-meter-long outfield where you can channel your inner Woods or Gilmore. Aim for the giant light-up dartboard-like targets, which award you points based on your power and distance, before relaxing comfortably on the sidelines while you watch the fun. Take a break to enjoy a chef-driven menu of American classics, local specialties and unexpected new creations.

Find a beach to suit you

You could be forgiven for thinking the Gold Coast is just one long stretch of sand, but once you get familiarized, you’ll realize each beach is different. For the swimmers and paddlers, there are the calmer waters of Surfers Paradise Beach, The Spit and Burleigh Beach, while surfers flock to the point breaks at Kirra Beach, Main Beach and Snapper Rocks. The Gold Coast is also home to year-round diving sites with the most diverse marine life in any Australian city. Head to Palm Beach Reef or Wave Break Island to explore the underwater ridges and channels.

Feed a kangaroo at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Feed a kangaroo at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of 27 hectares of rainforest as you meet native Australian and exotic wildlife animals at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Wander through open animal enclosures, take photos with a cuddly koala, feed kangaroos and lorikeets, see the Wildlife Hospital team work their magic, and marvel at saltwater crocodiles before watching entertaining shows and Aboriginal cultural performances. There is also plenty of entertainment for kids with a miniature train and huge outdoor themed playground.

Tour the distillery at Granddad Jacks

Tour the distillery at Granddad Jacks

Granddad Jacks is the Gold Coast’s first craft gin and whiskey distillery. Located just two minutes from Burleigh Beach, this old surfboard warehouse has been rebuilt with raw, rustic and upcycled materials including exposed brick walls, arched ceilings, hanging greenery and steel beams. Sign up for a tour and you’ll savor a gin and tonic on arrival, complimentary tastings of three gins and a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour through the distillery as you learn about the history of Jack himself.

Find your new favorite at The Village Markets

Find your new favorite at The Village Markets

Handcrafted wooden skateboards, sustainable knick-knacks, vintage mementos, one-of-a-kind collectibles, boutique clothing and live music by local artists — there is no denying The Village Markets are a special community worth supporting. A blossoming talent pool of artfully selected small businesses, stylists and creatives coming together since 2008, TVM has also helped pave the way for global brands such as [Peony Swimwear](https://www.peonyswimwear.com/), [Cleopatra’s Bling](https://www.cleopatrasbling.com/) and [Duke of London](https://www.dukeoflondon.co/). Those who diligently peruse this treasure trove of unique curiosities are typically rewarded with not just positive vibes, but authentic and affordable one-of-a-kind finds. Please note: trading is limited to the first and third Sunday of every month.

See the future of VR gaming at Zero Latency

See the future of VR gaming at Zero Latency

Are you a gaming aficionado? A die-hard fan of sci-fi? Or just an adrenalin junkie? If so, Zero Latency is a brand new multi-sensory experience for you. Already a success in Melbourne and Brisbane, this Southport based state-of-the-art VR experience allows you to roam freely throughout a 200sqm warehouse-sized area and immerse yourself in virtual reality. Choose to fight for survival amid a zombie apocalypse, take to the skies and outer space where you must rescue a space station, or walk through an ancient alien world where gravity is not as it seems. [Bookable via Luxury Escapes](https://luxuryescapes.com/experiences "Bookable via Luxury Escapes")

Discover a new world of entertainment at the Pink Flamingo

Discover a new world of entertainment at the Pink Flamingo

Be amused, tantalized and teased by a formidable cast of handpicked performers at the world’s first Spiegelclub, the Pink Flamingo. With nightly performances every Wednesday through Saturday, this new era of entertainment offers a promising touch of burlesque with a hint of Vegas. Flaunting blush pink velvet, a state-of-the-art circular stage, extravagant light fittings, gold touches, 1920s art and splashes of pink flamingos, this intimate and immersive cabaret experience also features aerials, acrobatics, choreography, vocals and laugh-out-loud comedy. Hang around for a high-end club experience.

Get hands-on at POT studios

Get hands-on at POT studios

Channel your inner creativity at the Gold Coast’s dreamy pottery studio, POT studios. Perfect for beginners who have always wanted to try pottery or those more skilled seeking a communal studio space, POT studios will help get your creative juices flowing. Offering a wide range of workshops and at-home tutorials, POT studios encourages you to slow down, connect with your clay and create a handmade pottery piece you can keep forever. If you’re looking for something more romantic, POT will organize private classes so you can channel your inner Swayze and Moore.

Let off some steam at Lumber Punks

Let off some steam at Lumber Punks

Fancy yourself as a bit of a lumberjack-slash-ninja? Test your axe throwing skills in dedicated throwing lanes at Lumber Punks in Miami. After a mandatory ‘Tactical Tomahawks and Hatchets’ safety training session, don your best plaid shirt and perfect your zombie apocalypse survival techniques. If you’re more competitive, why not challenge your mates to a game or two — think of it as darts but with an axe. Adding to the experience, there’s also a juke box for personalized bangers and novelty Viking hats for Insta moments. Biceps at the ready! [Bookable via Luxury Escapes](https://luxuryescapes.com/experiences "Bookable via Luxury Escapes")

Bash some balls at Topgolf

Bash some balls at Topgolf

Have a ball and test your swing at Topgolf, a state-of-the-art golfing facility located in Oxenford. An innovative, three-level venue equipped with 90 climate-controlled bays, the space boasts a 190-meter-long outfield where you can channel your inner Woods or Gilmore. Aim for the giant light-up dartboard-like targets, which award you points based on your power and distance, before relaxing comfortably on the sidelines while you watch the fun. Take a break to enjoy a chef-driven menu of American classics, local specialties and unexpected new creations.

Top places to eat and drink

Rainbow Bay Surf Life Saving Club

Rainbow Bay Surf Life Saving Club

Where locals and vacationers rub shoulders, Rainbow Bay Surf Life Saving Club is the most southern club on Queensland’s coast and one of the coast's only north-facing beaches. Once inside, you’ll find cold beers flowing and be tempted by sumptuous food wafting out of its dynamic kitchen. The perfect location for that long lunch or cheeky Sunday session, Rainbow Bay Surf Life Saving Club is the ideal place to people watch as you breath in the fresh ocean air.

The Balter Brewery

The Balter Brewery

What do you get when you bring together local pro surfers Mick Fanning, Joel Parkinson, Bede Durbridge and Josh Kerr, with award-winning Australian Brewing Champion Scott Hargrave? One of the country’s most popular boutique beer brands — Balter. Without question one of the coolest additions to the Gold Coast (in March 2016), Balter’s spacious Currumbin-based cellar door is open from Friday through Sunday. And for those who wish to farewell the weekend in style, their renowned Sunday Sessions feature food trucks, exclusive beer samples, big tunes and great energy.

Nestled in the bohemian pocket of Burleigh Heads, Justin Lane is the epitome of the good life and arguably one of the best bars on the Gold Coast. Inside this recently renovated two-story compound you’ll find hordes of jovial, beautiful people absolutely embracing life. Be tempted by handmade sourdough pizzas, pastas and share plates, or simply head upstairs to the rooftop bar where prime positioned booths face coastal views and evening cocktails are a must.

Crafty’s Sports Bar

Crafty’s Sports Bar

It’s easy to label this place just another sports bar, but Crafty’s Sports Bar is about much more than beers and cheers. There’s plenty of space, competitive socializing with cornhole boards and ping pong tables, a pastel pink bubble-waffle truck at the entrance and a slightly more formal dining area so you don’t have to sit with the diehards. The bar itself also takes pride in its craft beer selection and signature cocktails and the gourmet pub grub menu is a blend of both comfort and clean eating. This venue is the perfect place to be, pre or post season.

White Rhino Bar & Eats

White Rhino Bar & Eats

Located in the Circle on Cavil area, sprawled over two levels and with a capacity of 200 for dining and 500 standing, White Rhino is an absolute must-visit on the Coast. Your Jumanji dreams will be brought to life here, with beautifully decorated lush greenery, ceiling-high indoor trees, hanging plants, a running waterfall and lifelike white rhinos. The hero of the venue however must be the 12-foot tree that stands proudly in the middle of the room. The menu itself also offers both a fine and casual style of dining full of fresh local ingredients with a big emphasis on seafood.

Nestled in Cavill Lane in Surfers Paradise, Chop Chop is a foodie district of fashioned alleyways serving up the very best hawker-style eats. Comprising of several tenants, all specializing in their own style of Asian street food, you’ll be spoiled for choice with offerings from Korea, Thailand, Japan, China and India. Whether you’re feeling like noodles, dumplings, sushi, or Korean hot pot, you’ll find something to suit your tastebuds. For the thirsty, a visit to Bangla Road Bar is a must where refreshing delicious cocktails are designed to pair perfectly with your dining.

Say ‘hola’ to Frida Sol, a boutique modern Mexican Taqueria & Tequila Bar, located in Palm Beach. Looking as though it belongs on a balmy Mexican beach, Frida Sol is littered with giant succulents and cactuses, brightly colored artworks and copper adornments, while its polished wood floors are offset by concrete-esque high tables and incredibly textured walls. Stacked full of Mexican classics with a modern twist, the menu has everything from traditional favorites such as grilled corn and beef cheek empanadas to market fish ceviche and sangria… lots of sangria.

Bine Bar & Dining

Bine Bar & Dining

A beer lover’s dream come true, Bine Bar & Dining is the Gold Coast’s first craft beer establishment. Specializing in Australian crafts, the Nobby Beach favorite is the perfect place to kick back and relax with a few drinks or experiment with an exotic brew — all from local and interstate breweries around the country. With a rotating tap system on offer, you’ll likely never have the same beer experience twice. Elsewhere in the menu, you’ll also find plenty of delicious dishes ready to be shared.

Balanced above the prime southern Gold Coast seashore, Rick Shores is a hotspot for those looking for something casual or celebratory with pace and precision. With a carefully curated Asian fusion menu of contemporary flavors, this Burleigh Heads restaurant not only offers epic views of rolling surf just beyond the open windows but some of the best Pan-Asian cuisine on the coast. You won’t leave wanting for more after the likes of fall-apart Madras-spiced lamb with curry butter and a nutty black rice dressing, and Rick's famous bug rolls – crisp-battered Moreton Bay bug served with bug-and-sriracha mayo in a squishy bun.

Burleigh Pavilion

Burleigh Pavilion

Boasting sweeping views of Burleigh Beach, this architecturally designed restaurant and bar is an Instagrammer's dream. Nostalgia is the predominant theme underpinning Burleigh Pavilion, with its welcoming wide arches and textured concrete. Inside, its large, light and airy space, creatively paired with pale pink splashes and crisp whites, tropical foliage, high ceilings and exposed timber rafters evokes the Gold Coast beach houses of the 1970s. A local produce-filled menu serves up freshly shucked oysters, shrimp on ice and perfectly seared barramundi. Come explore retro elegance for yourself after a quick dip and sip a Pavilion Negroni as sand settles between your toes.

Rainbow Bay Surf Life Saving Club

Rainbow Bay Surf Life Saving Club

Where locals and vacationers rub shoulders, Rainbow Bay Surf Life Saving Club is the most southern club on Queensland’s coast and one of the coast's only north-facing beaches. Once inside, you’ll find cold beers flowing and be tempted by sumptuous food wafting out of its dynamic kitchen. The perfect location for that long lunch or cheeky Sunday session, Rainbow Bay Surf Life Saving Club is the ideal place to people watch as you breath in the fresh ocean air.

The Balter Brewery

The Balter Brewery

What do you get when you bring together local pro surfers Mick Fanning, Joel Parkinson, Bede Durbridge and Josh Kerr, with award-winning Australian Brewing Champion Scott Hargrave? One of the country’s most popular boutique beer brands — Balter. Without question one of the coolest additions to the Gold Coast (in March 2016), Balter’s spacious Currumbin-based cellar door is open from Friday through Sunday. And for those who wish to farewell the weekend in style, their renowned Sunday Sessions feature food trucks, exclusive beer samples, big tunes and great energy.

Nestled in the bohemian pocket of Burleigh Heads, Justin Lane is the epitome of the good life and arguably one of the best bars on the Gold Coast. Inside this recently renovated two-story compound you’ll find hordes of jovial, beautiful people absolutely embracing life. Be tempted by handmade sourdough pizzas, pastas and share plates, or simply head upstairs to the rooftop bar where prime positioned booths face coastal views and evening cocktails are a must.

Crafty’s Sports Bar

Crafty’s Sports Bar

It’s easy to label this place just another sports bar, but Crafty’s Sports Bar is about much more than beers and cheers. There’s plenty of space, competitive socializing with cornhole boards and ping pong tables, a pastel pink bubble-waffle truck at the entrance and a slightly more formal dining area so you don’t have to sit with the diehards. The bar itself also takes pride in its craft beer selection and signature cocktails and the gourmet pub grub menu is a blend of both comfort and clean eating. This venue is the perfect place to be, pre or post season.

White Rhino Bar & Eats

White Rhino Bar & Eats

Located in the Circle on Cavil area, sprawled over two levels and with a capacity of 200 for dining and 500 standing, White Rhino is an absolute must-visit on the Coast. Your Jumanji dreams will be brought to life here, with beautifully decorated lush greenery, ceiling-high indoor trees, hanging plants, a running waterfall and lifelike white rhinos. The hero of the venue however must be the 12-foot tree that stands proudly in the middle of the room. The menu itself also offers both a fine and casual style of dining full of fresh local ingredients with a big emphasis on seafood.

Nestled in Cavill Lane in Surfers Paradise, Chop Chop is a foodie district of fashioned alleyways serving up the very best hawker-style eats. Comprising of several tenants, all specializing in their own style of Asian street food, you’ll be spoiled for choice with offerings from Korea, Thailand, Japan, China and India. Whether you’re feeling like noodles, dumplings, sushi, or Korean hot pot, you’ll find something to suit your tastebuds. For the thirsty, a visit to Bangla Road Bar is a must where refreshing delicious cocktails are designed to pair perfectly with your dining.

Say ‘hola’ to Frida Sol, a boutique modern Mexican Taqueria & Tequila Bar, located in Palm Beach. Looking as though it belongs on a balmy Mexican beach, Frida Sol is littered with giant succulents and cactuses, brightly colored artworks and copper adornments, while its polished wood floors are offset by concrete-esque high tables and incredibly textured walls. Stacked full of Mexican classics with a modern twist, the menu has everything from traditional favorites such as grilled corn and beef cheek empanadas to market fish ceviche and sangria… lots of sangria.

Bine Bar & Dining

Bine Bar & Dining

A beer lover’s dream come true, Bine Bar & Dining is the Gold Coast’s first craft beer establishment. Specializing in Australian crafts, the Nobby Beach favorite is the perfect place to kick back and relax with a few drinks or experiment with an exotic brew — all from local and interstate breweries around the country. With a rotating tap system on offer, you’ll likely never have the same beer experience twice. Elsewhere in the menu, you’ll also find plenty of delicious dishes ready to be shared.

Balanced above the prime southern Gold Coast seashore, Rick Shores is a hotspot for those looking for something casual or celebratory with pace and precision. With a carefully curated Asian fusion menu of contemporary flavors, this Burleigh Heads restaurant not only offers epic views of rolling surf just beyond the open windows but some of the best Pan-Asian cuisine on the coast. You won’t leave wanting for more after the likes of fall-apart Madras-spiced lamb with curry butter and a nutty black rice dressing, and Rick's famous bug rolls – crisp-battered Moreton Bay bug served with bug-and-sriracha mayo in a squishy bun.

Burleigh Pavilion

Burleigh Pavilion

Boasting sweeping views of Burleigh Beach, this architecturally designed restaurant and bar is an Instagrammer's dream. Nostalgia is the predominant theme underpinning Burleigh Pavilion, with its welcoming wide arches and textured concrete. Inside, its large, light and airy space, creatively paired with pale pink splashes and crisp whites, tropical foliage, high ceilings and exposed timber rafters evokes the Gold Coast beach houses of the 1970s. A local produce-filled menu serves up freshly shucked oysters, shrimp on ice and perfectly seared barramundi. Come explore retro elegance for yourself after a quick dip and sip a Pavilion Negroni as sand settles between your toes.

Lux moments

Cook a feast at Willow Vale Cooking School

Cook a feast at Willow Vale Cooking School

Nestled on an idyllic farm surrounded by luscious green hills, housed inside a 130-year-old Queenslander, Willow Vale Cooking School is owned and run by star chef Bruno Loubet and his wife Catherine. In each cooking class, Bruno will showcase his skills while offering tips and tricks of the trade, using fresh ingredients from the gardens as well as seasonal vegetables. After feasting on the delicious dishes made during the workshop, you’ll receive a giftbag that includes recipes from the class, a Willow Vale apron, Willow Vale Cooking School honey and homemade infusions.

Walk with an alpaca at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards

Walk with an alpaca at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards

Take a walk with an Alpaca at the Mountview Alpaca Farm at Canungra Valley Vineyards. After your Alpaca selfie, get to know their various personalities and meet their babies found on the farm – including Ed Sheeran, Pancake, Chico, Timtam and Macca plus many more. You can feed them by hand or order a bottle of wine and a picnic basket from the vineyard to share time with your new friends in a relaxed setting next to Canungra Creek.

Wakeboard at Gold Coast Wake Park

Wakeboard at Gold Coast Wake Park

The brainchild of three-time World Champion Daniel Watkins, Gold Coast Wake Park is a world class wakeboarding attraction. It provides wakeboarding attractions for beginners and those who are already familiar with skiing, wakeboarding and kneeboarding in an affordable, safe and fun environment. GC Wake Park also has a beginner cable with the speed controlled by an expert operator, a full-size cable that can take eight riders at the same time and a licensed bar and restaurant open seven days for breakfast and lunch.

Take to the skies with ABC Heli

Take to the skies with ABC Heli

Often regarded as ‘Australia's favorite playground ‘, the Gold Coast’s picturesque landscapes, hidden wonders and beautiful weather are all best explored from helicopter vantage point. Departing from Gold Coast Airport, ABC Heli flights will take you high across south east Queensland’s towering hedonistic heart, gorgeous beaches and picturesque waterways in complete style. Grab your close mates or family and choose your own experience, time length and destination, or let ABC Heli make suggestions – including private VIP charters and heli fishing and wine tours.

Tailor your escape to the Gold Coast

Tailor your escape to the Gold Coast

Immerse yourself in the Gold Coast with Luxury Escapes’ hand-picked Experiences. We’ve curated a selection of cultural activities, adrenaline thrills, food adventures and luxury add-ons to help you discover your destination. These Experiences are bookable when you purchase your next escape. Simply select your travel dates and number of travelers for any package, and opt to tailor your escape by selecting the available Experiences.

Cook a feast at Willow Vale Cooking School

Cook a feast at Willow Vale Cooking School

Nestled on an idyllic farm surrounded by luscious green hills, housed inside a 130-year-old Queenslander, Willow Vale Cooking School is owned and run by star chef Bruno Loubet and his wife Catherine. In each cooking class, Bruno will showcase his skills while offering tips and tricks of the trade, using fresh ingredients from the gardens as well as seasonal vegetables. After feasting on the delicious dishes made during the workshop, you’ll receive a giftbag that includes recipes from the class, a Willow Vale apron, Willow Vale Cooking School honey and homemade infusions.

Walk with an alpaca at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards

Walk with an alpaca at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards

Take a walk with an Alpaca at the Mountview Alpaca Farm at Canungra Valley Vineyards. After your Alpaca selfie, get to know their various personalities and meet their babies found on the farm – including Ed Sheeran, Pancake, Chico, Timtam and Macca plus many more. You can feed them by hand or order a bottle of wine and a picnic basket from the vineyard to share time with your new friends in a relaxed setting next to Canungra Creek.

Wakeboard at Gold Coast Wake Park

Wakeboard at Gold Coast Wake Park

The brainchild of three-time World Champion Daniel Watkins, Gold Coast Wake Park is a world class wakeboarding attraction. It provides wakeboarding attractions for beginners and those who are already familiar with skiing, wakeboarding and kneeboarding in an affordable, safe and fun environment. GC Wake Park also has a beginner cable with the speed controlled by an expert operator, a full-size cable that can take eight riders at the same time and a licensed bar and restaurant open seven days for breakfast and lunch.

Take to the skies with ABC Heli

Take to the skies with ABC Heli

Often regarded as ‘Australia's favorite playground ‘, the Gold Coast’s picturesque landscapes, hidden wonders and beautiful weather are all best explored from helicopter vantage point. Departing from Gold Coast Airport, ABC Heli flights will take you high across south east Queensland’s towering hedonistic heart, gorgeous beaches and picturesque waterways in complete style. Grab your close mates or family and choose your own experience, time length and destination, or let ABC Heli make suggestions – including private VIP charters and heli fishing and wine tours.

Tailor your escape to the Gold Coast

Tailor your escape to the Gold Coast

Immerse yourself in the Gold Coast with Luxury Escapes’ hand-picked Experiences. We’ve curated a selection of cultural activities, adrenaline thrills, food adventures and luxury add-ons to help you discover your destination. These Experiences are bookable when you purchase your next escape. Simply select your travel dates and number of travelers for any package, and opt to tailor your escape by selecting the available Experiences.