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The luxury Queensland vacation you need to experience
The luxury Queensland vacation you need to experience
With its skyline right on a pristine stretch of sand and sea, there’s a reason the Gold Coast has been fondly referred to as paradise by Australians for years.
But this spot is so much more than a surfer’s playground, with a revamp in recent years that has turned it into one of Australia’s most quickly ascending luxury destinations that draws thousands of travellers from across the country and the world.
From high-end dining and hatted restaurants to helicopter tours overlooking the rugged mountain ranges and private boat charters across the glistening seas, the Gold Coast has become the perfect spot for an indulgent beach-side getaway without the hassle of international travel.
How to get there
While there are some Sydney-siders who relish embarking on a road trip to the Gold Coast, the quickest and easiest way to get to this slice of paradise is by plane.
The city is just over an hour’s flight from Sydney and about two hours from Melbourne, allowing you to board after breakfast and be immersed in your luxury Gold Coast getaway by lunch.
Where to stay
With a number of elegant hotels perched just metres from the shoreline, a trip to the Gold Coast is the perfect opportunity to splash out and indulge in a sprinkling of extravagance.
Broadbeach is just a little south of the famous Surfers Paradise and combines relaxed beach-side living with high-end dining and glamour.
One of the top hotels in Broadbeach is the Dorsett Gold Coast, which offers stylish rooms just 500 metres from the beach and overlooking the glittering sea. The Dorsett is complete with a luxurious poolside and the fine fare of the Jin Café & Bar to start and end your day.
What to do
You can stare at the photos of the Gold Coast on Instagram as much as you’d like, but there really is no comparing it to the real thing.
One way to soak in the snaking skyline skirting the glittering coastline or the beautifully rugged mountains of the region is from above.
And several experiences on offer will take you to dizzying heights (literally).
Where to eat and drink
The Gold Coast is quickly becoming one of the country’s top luxury getaways, and no glamourous holiday spot is complete without a thriving restaurant and bar scene. The city has an incredible array of fine dining that draws inspiration from all over the world, while being surrounded by the rugged natural beauty of the surrounding mountainside and glistening coastline.
From the fine dining scene to beachside accommodation and thrilling activities across land, sea, and sky, the Gold Coast is very much calling. The question is, how much can you squeeze in? Plan your visit today and head to https://www.destinationgoldcoast.com/itineraries for more top experiences in the region.