Gold Coast Tourist Magazine - Ed. 29 - April to July 2015

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Jupiters Hotel & Casino

WHAT WILL YOU GET UP TO? Indulge in 5 star luxury and live it up Experience the first stage of Jupiters’ $345 million transformation with a brand new poolside experience and two new vibrant restaurants and bars. Try the award-winning Chase Kojima’s cutting-edge Japanese cuisine at Kiyomi or celebrate the joy of sharing with family and friends at Cucina Vivo. Kiyomi is open Tuesday to Sunday from 5.30pm. Cucina Vivo is open for dinner seven days from 5.30pm and lunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 12.00pm. /JupitersGC

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Attractions

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Cruising & Watersports

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Whale Watching

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What’s On

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Dining & Entertainment

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Dining – Best of the Buffets

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Shopping & Beauty

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Tamborine Mountain

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Northern NSW incl. Byron Bay

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Transport & Car Hire

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There is no comparison to the Gold Coast’s choice of attractions and experiences that continue to evolve every day. Many travellers think they know what to expect on Australia’s Gold Coast; the brilliant beaches, the Surfers Paradise nightlife and a variety of theme parks. But there’s much more to explore than the traditional travel guides are willing to admit. Enjoying an ideal year round climate and an amazing variety of natural landscapes, including 70 kilometres of famous beach and 100,000 hectares of world heritage-listed rainforest, the region has CFFO BUUSBDUJOH WJTJUPST TJODF mSTU TFUUMFNFOU Today, natural wonders are complemented by the largest selection PG GBNJMZ UIFNF QBSLT HPMmOH HSFFOT TIPQQJOH DFOUSFT BOE restaurants. There are more attractions on the Gold Coast than any other city in the southern hemisphere. It’s easy to see why a Gold Coast holiday is the popular choice.

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Between the months of June to November the typically calm waters of the Gold Coast begin to bristle with life as approximately 15,000 majestic Humpback whales arrive to mate and give birth in South-East Queensland’s calm inshore waters. The Gold Coast provides a fantastic opportunity for whale watch enthusiasts to get up close and personal with one of the largest living mammals on Earth. The Humpback whales playful and naturally curious nature ensures whale watchers are never disappointed, as these friendly giants are regularly seen breaching, tails slapping and spy hopping just metres from whale watch vessels. Due to the accessibility, concentration of whales and possessing the longest whale watching season in the country, the Gold Coast has become Australia’s premier whale watching destination and arguably the new whale watch capital of the world. Humpback whale sightings are guaranteed on each and every whale watch cruise and with the affectionately named Humpback highway just 10 minutes off Surfers Paradise you can enjoy a half day whale watch cruise and and leave your morning or afternoon free to indulge in other great Gold Coast activities. Copy supplied by Whales in Paradise.

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COOLANGATTA & TWEED HEADS For 11 action-packed days, Coolangatta and Tweed Heads will play host to an ampedup crowd of over 100,000 people. Pre-1970 cars, nightly cruises, music, dancing and family fun are all trademarks of this annual, much-loved free festival. More than 50 rock’n’roll and rockabilly bands, alongside a line-up of special guest international artists, XJMM SPDL UIF DSPXE BU PVUEPPS DPODFSUT CFBDITJEF NBSRVFF FWFOUT MPDBM DMVCT BOE venues. Grand Finale weekend takes over two main streets for one massive street party. The street parade on 6 June, features a procession of custom and classic cars, dancers, bands and music that will stretch for two klms. For ticketed events, skip the RVFVF BOE QSF QVSDIBTF ZPVS UJDLFUT POMJOF BU HPMEDPBTUUJDLFUT DPN BV FRRO\URFNVRQ FRP

10-19 Jul Viva Surfers Paradise SURFERS PARADISE Viva Surfers Paradise is back as we pay tribute to the life and music of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Elvis Presley. Due to popular demand, world famous Elvis Tribute Artist Chris Connor will be returning to take the stage. He’ll be joined by Bill Cherry, all the way from the USA! So get ready to put on your blue suede shoes, because Viva Surfers Paradise is going to have you up dancing all week long! VXUIHUVSDUDGLVH FRP

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The multicultural nature of the Gold Coast has brought about a deliciously successful food and wine industry. The region’s produce is in high demand in international markets, particularly Southeast Asia and the USA, but travellers to the Gold Coast get the chance to sample every possible combination in the city’s vibrant restaurants. Having attracted prominent restaurateurs and operators from the southern capitals and around the world to progress this dynamic region, has ensured locations such as Main Beach, Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Coolangatta and the Hinterland remain highly regarded for their delectable choice of dining options. Similarly, beachside cafes, snack bars and eateries are in abundance to ensure a taste to suit every style.

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44 Cav’s Steakhouse 45 Robina Town Centre 46 Boost Juice 47 Gemelli Italian

48 Fisherman’s Wharf Tavern Gold Coast Fisherman’s Co-op 49 Burleigh Bears Leagues Club 50 Pancakes on the Rocks Belly Busters 51 The Surfers Paradise Beach Cafe

52 Bella Donna The High Street 53 Greek Street Grill 54 Hanazono Teppanyaki Surfers Paradise SLSC 55 Thai Silom O’Sushi

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PARADISE HAS A VIBRANT NEW DINING DESTINATION Dine-in or Takeaway B Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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shopping & beauty The Gold Coast continues to evolve as a haven for retail enthusiasts with a vast array of shopping options headlined by signature fashion boutiques and larger iconic department store brands. With some of Australia’s largest retail centres and most stylish fashion precincts, even grocery shopping on the Gold Coast is an enticing prospect. Browse the generous complexes, take a shopping tour, peruse the boutiques, wander through the piazzas and pay particular attention to the factory outlet precincts. Luxurious day spas and in-room services are an essential addition to any holiday, to experience a sense of relaxation and tranquility after the thrill of the bargain hunt.

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Directly across the state border from Australia’s most famous holiday destination, the Tweed region offers a tranquil, nature-based alternative. Just 15 minutes drive south of the Gold Coast Airport, you’ll discover a unique combination of quintessentially Australian experiences – unspoilt beaches, World Heritage rainforests, rural villages, eclectic communities, lush farmland and more – all centred around the sweeping slopes of Mt Warning. +VTU QBTU .U 8BSOJOH ZPV MM mOE Byron Bay. It’s the perfect spot to sit and watch the world go by. It has a strong artisan vibe, with artists inspired by the area’s wondrous natural beauty, and relaxed ambience. Explore the funky, new-age markets and discover exquisite artwork and intricate glass-blown creations.

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transport & car hire local maps A great way to explore the surrounding regions of the Gold Coast is to hire a car and discover it for yourself. From rural Beenleigh in the north to picturesque Byron Bay in the south, west to the hinterland region and the famed Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach in between; the Gold Coast experience is much more than you expect. Behind every name on the Gold Coast map there’s a new and exciting experience waiting for you.

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Paradise Point is at the northern end of the Gold Coast; this suburb is located on the Broadwater and offers beautiful waterfront homes, parks and shopping. Breathtaking walking tracks along the Broadwater make for some fun exercise with the family and the parks are ideal for a barbeque lunch. Paradise Point offers boutique style shopping, with the local shops offering a nice, village feel to the area.

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Surfers Paradise is the Gold Coast’s major tourist destination due to one of the world’s most iconic beaches. Shopping is abundant in Surfers Paradise with several major shopping centres. There are specialty and souvenir shops aplenty plus many boutique stores to peruse. Attractions include The Wax Museum (pg. 13), Haunted House QH *OmOJUZ QH 5JNF[POF QH ,JOH 5VUUT 1VUU 1VUU (pg. 23), Skypoint (pg.8 & 9), Ripley’s Believe It or Not (pg. 10) and much more.

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Broadbeach is located right on the beaches of the Gold Coast. Broadbeach is another highly distinguished precinct of shopping, dining and entertainment. Home to major shopping centres such as The Oasis (pg. 61). #SPBECFBDI JT BMTP UIF IPNF PG +VQJUFST $BTJOP QH Dracula’s Cabaret Circus (pg. 12), the Gold Coast Convention and &YIJCJUJPO $FOUSF BOE TFWFSBM TQPSUJOH DMVCT 5IF ,VSSBXB 4VSG Club is a picturesque place to enjoy the beauty of the beaches, enjoy a nice, relaxing meal and soak in the true lifestyle of a “Gold Coaster�.

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Broadbeach is quickly becoming famous as the dining capital of the Gold Coast. There are many restaurants in Broadbeach catering to every budget and taste. The night comes alive in Broadbeach with entertainment, night clubs and late night restaurants.

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Located on the pristine sands of the Gold Coast, Mermaid Beach is located south of Broadbeach and you’ll notice the high-rises are not quite so high anymore. Mermaid Beach is home to Hedges Avenue, also known as Millionaires Row on the Gold Coast. If you want to see pristine property on the Gold Coast, Hedges Avenue is a must go and see. Mermaid Beach is home to Putt Putt (pg. 25) for some family fun and an array of restaurants from family dining bistros to quaint, themed restaurants for a romantic evening. Miami is a beautiful little beachside suburb of the Gold Coast, offering beautiful beaches, lovely parks for family picnics and barbeques, and several restaurants for dining. Miami is also the home of the Pizzey Park sporting complex and the Burleigh Bears Leagues Club (pg. 49). Miami is a quieter suburb of the Gold Coast, but still central to everything the Gold Coast has to offer.

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Palm Beach is a stunning beachfront suburb of the Gold Coast features include clean beaches, surf clubs, parks and waterways. There are many restaurants to choose from and most accommodation is absolute beachfront.

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Take the kids exploring to the ‘Pirate Park’ located at the mouth of the Currumbin Estuary, enjoy a coffee while your little buccaneers prepare to surrender and walk the plank at this exciting park. BBQ and toilet facilities make the ‘Pirate Park’ a relaxing and care-free family day out. Laguna Park is amongst the top kid’s parks on the Gold Coast, also located in Palm Beach. The entire playground is fenced so there is no fear of the little ones escaping! There is a large array of interactive and fun equipment for kids of all ages. BBQ and toilet facilities are also available, and if you are lucky, you may catch some of the live entertainment sometimes playing on the weekends. Located on a beautiful lake, Laguna Park is the ideal background for a family picnic or BBQ. Pirate Park

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The suburb of Currumbin has the best of both worlds. It is nestled on the beautiful Currumbin Creek which winds its way down to the 1BDJmD 0DFBO GSPN 8PSME IFSJUBHF MJTUFE TVCUSPQJDBM SBJOGPSFTUT kilometres inland. It meets the sea at ‘the Currumbin Alley’, which offers both north-facing, still water swimming and a World-famous, sand-bottomed, point, surf break, formed by the majestic Currumbin Rock. Currumbin also has an easterly facing surf beach to the south of the Alley and this is bounded by the picturesque Elephant Rock. Inland you can visit the Currumbin Rock Pools and Cougal Cascades, a 25 minute drive into the tranquil Currumbin Valley.

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Next stop south, is the pristine Bilinga Beach, which is opposite the Gold Coast Airport and the Southern Cross University. Walk this beautiful beach and you will think you are on a deserted island, as you are bounded by high sand dunes to the west.

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