SEAS THE DAY

Alexe wears: Soho Girl Suboo Aura

Strappy Halter Tie-Front Maxi Dress

$399, Harry’s Emporium Ursula Badger

Scorpion Cuff $731, Harry’s Emporium

Ursula Badger Hanging Stone Choker

Necklace $472, Harry’s Emporium

Ursula Badger Mother of Pearl Crab Ring

$209, Stylist’s own earring and rings.

Alexe wears: Calypso Resort & Swimwear Jets Majorelle Floral Print

Bikini $120, Destino Anni Lu Liquid

Gold Necklace $129.45, Harry’s Emporium Ursula Badger Tiger’s Eye Octopus Ring $228, Stylist’s own hair scarf and jewellery.

Escape to dreamy Sanctuary Cove for a fun-filled day of luxury food, fashion, and frivolity.

In need of a girls’ day out? If you’re always talking about going on a day trip to the coast with the gals, now’s the time to make it happen – and we’ve got just the place in mind.

Only a short 50-minute drive south of Brisbane’s bustling CBD, you’ll find Sanctuary Cove – a palm-lined paradise where luxury fashion, delicious eats, and sprawling, stunning views take centre stage (it truly is the jewel in the crown of the Gold Coast!). Situated on the channel of Coomera River, Sanctuary Cove is the perfect place to soak up some sun and have a bit of fun with your girlfriends. (It also doubles as the perfect escape if your partner or husband is golf mad – Sanctuary Cove is home to the Gold Coast’s most exclusive members-only golf courses!) So, grab the gals, here’s our ultimate itinerary for an unforgettable day out.

Pamper yourself

Start your morning with a hair appointment at Studio Eclettico Hair & Co at The Marine Village – there’s nothing like a fresh blowout to set the tone of the day. And for extra lusciousness, we’d recommend adding an Olaplex treatment. As well as hair services, you can also book in for nail treatments, body, and face treatments. Unwind with an hour-long fullbody massage or treat yourself and your bestie to a manicure, pedicure, or both! Pamper yourself, ‘cause you deserve it, girl.

Shop, shop, shop

Once you’re feeling all fab and refreshed, a stroll through the shops will not disappoint – fresh hair, lavish shops, and a nice sea breeze, what more could you want?

Sanctuary Cove is home to a slew of luxury fashion brands, such as Soho Girl, Destino, and Harry’s Emporium, as well as every day, casual clothing shops such as Calypso Resort & Swimwear, and Sanctuary Resort Shoppe, where you can pick up the cutest swimmers and accessories. As well as trendy fashion boutiques, there’s also a variety of specialty homeware stores like Decorum Home, Hamptons Style, and Cabana – to name a few. And if you’re looking for that special art piece to elevate your home collection, a visit to FINEPRINTCO is a must. The art dealer stocks a stunning range of high-quality art prints from international and Australian artists – did someone say Slim Aarons?

Feast like a Queen

Finish the day with a late lunch at the plethora of dining options Sanctuary Cove has to offer. From indulgent long lunches at George’s Paragon Seafood Restaurant (if you’re not the biggest fan of seafood, they have a pizzeria onsite too!), Pablito’s Mexican Cuisine & Tequilara, Chim Thai, and Red Steakhouse, to tapas and cocktails at Destino Wine & Cocktail Bar, there’s something to entice everyone. After something a bit more laidback? Pop into Bistro 19 (we love their pumpkin and feta salad), Anchor Buoy, Pier B, or Rise Bakery where you’ll find Frenchstyle desserts that are almost too pretty to eat – champagne and croissants, anyone?

Before you head back home, we’d recommend wandering along Sanctuary Cove’s world-class marina, which is home to an array of sail and yacht charters –the afternoon sun on the water is truly something else.

Don’t want the fun to end? Turn your day trip into a weekend soirée, by booking a room at the five-star InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, which is a paradise within itself. PSA: Sanctuary Cove is currently offering a special giveaway for one lucky Style reader – head to page 9 to find out more.