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Stay and play – the creators of Elements of Byron have unveiled Kirra Point Holiday Apartments
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Stay and play – the creators of Elements of Byron have unveiled Kirra Point Holiday Apartments

17 Apr 2024

The southern Gold Coast suburb of Kirra is etched in hazy, salty memories of sun-soaked beach days and summer vacays. In recent years, it's become seriously hot property as people clamour to adopt the slightly slower pace and beach lifestyle it affords. One of the hallmark projects springing to life is Kirra Point Precinct, which is being undertaken by KTQ Group. This week, we've got our first glimpse of the high-end apartments that are set to usher in a new era of luxury accommodation. Take a peek ... more

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Bookings for Sandstone Point Holiday Resort's overwater villas are set to open soon
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Bookings for Sandstone Point Holiday Resort’s overwater villas are set to open soon

22 Nov 2023

A stone's throw from Bribie Island's white sandy beaches and the iconic Sandstone Point Hotel lies BIG4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort. Coined as a 'coastal home away from home', this family favourite boasts stellar camping, glamping and caravanning facilities. With safari tents and luxury villas aplenty, the resort will soon add to its offering in the form of a swimmable lake fringed by six overwater villas. Our lake house getaway dreams are about to come true! more

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Say salutations to Sun Ranch, a 1970s Cali-inspired estate nestled in the Byron Bay hinterland
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Say salutations to Sun Ranch, a 1970s Cali-inspired estate nestled in the Byron Bay hinterland

23 Aug 2023

Those who wish to escape the 9-5 hustle culture and transport themselves into a tranquil paradise where adventure is aplenty should familiarise themselves with Sun Ranch, a newly open 55-acre coastal estate nestled in the Byron Bay hinterland. It's here where you can check in to a 70-style Californian ranch house where you can enjoy total privacy, incredible onsite experiences (hello, horse riding) and spellbinding retro-inspired hotel living. more

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Glamping in the city – a collection of luxe cabins has opened at QT Gold Coast
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Glamping in the city – a collection of luxe cabins has opened at QT Gold Coast

22 Nov 2022

The Gold Coast's accommodation scene seems to be bursting at the seams lately. One out-of-the-box addition to the mix is QT Gold Coast's newest luxe lodgings, a collection of cabins located on a greenery-laden private balcony within the hotel. Far from the ordinary staycay experience, these lavish sleeping quarters boast amazing amenities, firepits to warm up by and access to QT's signature splendour. more

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Marriott International signs agreement to bring The Ritz-Carlton to the Gold Coast by 2026
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Marriott International signs agreement to bring The Ritz-Carlton to the Gold Coast by 2026

20 Oct 2022

The Gold Coast has long been the holiday destination of choice for budget-conscious families and discerning travellers alike. In recent years, however, it's begun to attract an increasingly affluent crowd, which has caught the attention of some of the world's most prestigious hotel operators. In a major boon for the coast, Marriott International, Inc. announced the signing of an agreement with Australian property developers Pelligra Group and Giannarelli Group to bring Australia’s third Ritz-Carlton hotel to the Gold Coast by 2026. The Ritz-Carlton, Gold Coast is set to usher in a new era of staying and playing on the Gold Coast. Here's everything you need to know ... more

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A new level of luxury – The Langham, Gold Coast officially welcomes its first guests
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A new level of luxury – The Langham, Gold Coast officially welcomes its first guests

22 Jun 2022

From the moment the ground broke in 2014, the magnificent $1.4 billion Jewel project in Surfers Paradise has captivated the city’s collective attention. At long last, we're set to get our first glimpse inside as the Gold Coast officially welcomes its newest resort hotel, The Langham, Gold Coast. The eagerly anticipated 339-room hotel, which also includes Jewel Residences, managed by Langham, will welcome its first guests this week. more

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Dream in colour at the city's first pop-up Golden Ticket Motel
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Dream in colour at the city’s first pop-up Golden Ticket Motel

28 Apr 2022

Let's be honest, hotel art can be pretty questionable at times. Usually depicting some kind of abstract ocean view, the generic pieces are hung on plain walls and then largely forgotten. The Golden Ticket Motel is the antithesis of that. What the heck is the Golden Ticket Motel we hear you ask? Boy, are we glad you did ... more

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Holiday at home at the newly renovated boutique coastal apartments, Houston Currumbin
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Holiday at home at the newly renovated boutique coastal apartments, Houston Currumbin

11 Apr 2022

If you were asked to describe your ideal holiday destination, what would be your non-negotiables? Are you a city-dweller through and through, who loves the excitement and bright lights of a bustling metropolis, or, are you someone who prefers the company of a good book and day naps to the sound of the crashing waves? Spending lazy afternoons eating, drinking, wandering stretches of white sand and gazing into cerulean water. If you gravitate towards the latter category, allow us to introduce you to Houston Currumbin.  more

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Tessa's on the Beach Hotel brings Palm Springs vibes to Bilinga beachfront
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Tessa’s on the Beach Hotel brings Palm Springs vibes to Bilinga beachfront

17 Feb 2022

For reasons that we'd rather not rehash, far-flung holidays abroad are still out of reach for the moment. If you're in desperate need of a getaway but don't want to venture too far from home, may we introduce you to Tessa's on the Beach Hotel at Bilinga. The beachfront beauty has been given a new lease on life as a user-friendly, boutique hotel for an entirely new generation to stay and play. Take a peek inside ... more

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Take a peek at the jaw-dropping Dorsett Gold Coast that's set to land in Broadbeach this summer
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Take a peek at the jaw-dropping Dorsett Gold Coast that’s set to land in Broadbeach this summer

08 Dec 2021

There's something pretty special coming to the coast, which you may have already seen while driving through Broadbeach. Located on Broadbeach Island, within the world-class integrated resort at The Star Gold Coast, the brand-new Dorsett Gold Coast heralds the beginning of Dorsett Hospitality International’s bold expansion across Australia, with three more hotels scheduled to open in capital cities in the coming years. The statuesque Dorsett Gold Coast is swinging open its doors on Boxing Day to kick off a summer spent enjoying the finer things in life. more

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Get a glimpse of the Gold Coast's newest luxury hotel, Dorsett Gold Coast
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Get a glimpse of the Gold Coast’s newest luxury hotel, Dorsett Gold Coast

05 Oct 2021

In a major boon for local tourism, the Gold Coast is set to welcome Queensland's first major hotel opening since the pandemic, the $400 million Dorsett Gold Coast. Located on Broadbeach Island, within the world-class integrated resort at The Star Gold Coast, the hotel heralds the beginning of Dorsett Hospitality International’s bold expansion across Australia, with three more hotels scheduled to open in capital cities in the coming years. more

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The Mysa Motel transforms an iconic Palm Beach pitstop into a sustainable and boutique holiday pad
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The Mysa Motel transforms an iconic Palm Beach pitstop into a sustainable and boutique holiday pad

26 Feb 2021

The Gold Coast has always been a popular destination for sun-soaked holidays and staycations (even before they were a thing), with the classic roadside motel etched in many childhood memories. One such southern Gold Coast icon has been given a new lease on life as a sustainable, boutique luxury accommodation for an entirely new generation to stay and play. Ladies and gents, allow us to introduce you to the stunning new The Mysa Motel (pronounced Mee-sa) in Palm Beach – we have a feeling it will be filling your Insta-feed for a long time to come. more

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The Star Gold Coast gets the green light for a new 63-storey tower
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The Star Gold Coast gets the green light for a new 63-storey tower

28 Jan 2021

Just when you thought The Star Gold Coast had it all, along comes the announcement of a new $400-million mixed-use tower that is set to commence construction on the Broadbeach Island site in coming weeks. The now-approved 'Tower 2' will be built on the most southeastern part of the island and will feature 210 five-star hotel rooms alongside 457 residential apartments that will form part of The Star Residences.  more

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Byron on a budget – The Surf House opens with boutique (and cheap) rooms just metres from the beach
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Byron on a budget – The Surf House opens with boutique (and cheap) rooms just metres from the beach

02 Jul 2020

With the border reopening from July 10, we're no longer going to be deprived of our day trips and weekenders in beautiful Byron Bay – so it's time to start planning your next escape. If you're a little strapped for cash but don't want to kick it at the backpackers or camp ground, then the newly opened The Surf House could be right up your alley. Oh, and speaking of champagne tastes on a beer budget – it's also got a rooftop bar. more

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Go off-grid in your very own tiny holiday house just 2.5-hours out of Brisbane
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Go off-grid in your very own tiny holiday house just 2.5-hours out of Brisbane

03 Jun 2020

We've been stuck in isolation inside our homes for what feels like forever but now, restrictions have eased and Queenslanders are free to travel within Queensland – hurrah! If the thought of trading four walls for rolling green hills and untouched wilderness (with limited-to-no mobile reception) sounds like an excellent idea right about now, In2thewild's tiny holidays offer a refreshing break from civilisation and could be just what the doctor ordered. The company's latest tiny house, Norah, is ideally situated on a property 2.5-hours out of Brisbane and is their first off-grid offering in Queensland. more