GOLD COAST ADVENTURES FOR ALL THE FAMILY

SkyPoint Climb is a must-do Gold Coast adventure, lasting 90 minutes from the beginning to the end it is an awe-inspiring, open-air adventure atop one of Queensland’s most recognised land marks – the iconic Q1 Resort & Spa Building. Rising 270m into the air, SkyPoint Climb is Australia’s highest external building climb and provides unparalleled 360’ views of the Gold Coast and beyond. Climbs are available from sunrise to night with various different packages incorporating dining options available with pre-booking essential for all climbs. www.skypoint.com.au

Only 20 minutes away from Surfers Paradise, paddle away from the city to Wave Break Island and get ready to have fun. In just 2 hours, paddle around the spectacular sandbanks of the Broadwater, a place where you might have the chance to spot dolphins, stingrays and hundreds of tropical fish. Snorkel in the wonderful Wave Break Island’s reef and relax on the calm and crystal waters of this stunning Gold Coast hidden treasure. Enjoy fruits on the beach whilst enjoying the view of the city, and receive free digital photos of the tour to remember this experience forever. Free courtesy transfer service (Conditions apply). www.seawaykayakingtours.com.au

The TreeTop Challenge at Tamborine Mountain is Australia’s largest High Ropes Adventure Park with more than 120 TreeTop Activities including 10 ziplines! Courses range from easy to extreme and traverse through 9 acres of amazing bushland and rainforest. To complete the entire Adventure Park will take 3 to 4 hours where you will have an amazing adventure flying through the trees, conquering your fears and having a whole lot of fun! The Adventure Park is designed for the entire family aged 8 and up, you don’t need any experience and it’s perfect for all fitness levels! Your unforgettable adventure awaits! www.treetopchallenge.com.au/

At On Eagle Wings, you’ll be welcomed into a relaxing day spa retreat. Nestled in the Gold Coast Hinterland, you’ll feel a million miles away from any stresses or worries. With breathtaking views and attentive staff, On Eagle Wings Mountain Retreat & Spa is a place to escape, so you can find yourself. Breathe in the fresh mountain air as you lounge by the all year round heated 25m infinity Lap Pool. And, enjoy the peaceful sounds of water fountains and pure nature. Qualified staff will treat you to a variety of Spa Treatments including; Organic Facial Treatments, Full Body Massages, Body Treatments &/or Spa Pedicures, using only the best in natural skincare - Eminence Organics & Exotic Pure Fiji products. Spa Packages provide the perfect balance of Spa Treatments, Spa Facilities & complimentary High Tea or Fruit & Chocolate Fondues to enjoy the full spa experience. www.oneaglewings.com.au

This evening Rainforest, Glow Worm and Waterfall Tour is the only tour of its type in Australia – a nocturnal adventure like no other! Not only will you witness the incredible light display of the glow worms in their natural habitat, you’ll experience night-time 4WDing, venture through subtropical rainforest spotlighting for nocturnal wildlife, visit a pristine waterfall and top it all off with dessert and hot drink at a mountain restaurant. This is more than just a glow worm tour; it’s about seeing the rainforest come to life after the sun goes down! www.sc4wd.com.au/tour/gold-coast-glow-wormnight-tour/

The Crazy Cat Café is the epitome of Gold Coast fun; unique, hands on and purrrfect for people of all ages. It’s a concept that has taken off across the world and there are a range of options for visitors to enjoy while sipping an organic coffee and enjoying a tasty treat, milkshake or quiche. Huge glass windows showcase a room filled with furry felines, all of whom are very friendly and very keen to receive your love and adoration as soon as you set foot inside. If you’re happy to simply watch from afar, sit in the separate café area or on the balcony to observe their antics. More interested in interacting? Enjoy your coffee and cake on the couch with a cat by your side. Their playroom is a kind of cat wonderland with scratching posts, a running wheel, countless toys and tiny doors through which the cats can escape for privacy. Crazy Cat Café caters to everyone from families to those looking to work their day away in an entirely unique environment. It’s the Surfers Paradise café you never knew you needed to visit. www.crazycat.cafe

A sneaky half hour’s drive south of the border, there’s not much that Byron Bay’s The Farm doesn’t offer. Think: fresh fruit and veggies, livestock, a mind-blowing cafe slash restaurant with ingredients sourced from the farm, pastries and sourdough by Bread Social, tours and hands-on workshops covering things like egg collecting and farm school for the kids. The strong community spirit of The Farm is found throughout their entire approach to growing and plating up. The Produce Store provides visitors with fresh, sustainable and local produce so, stock up before your beachside or farm field picnic with a Three Blue Ducks hamper or simply dine at the restaurant, open seven days a week. www.thefarm.com.au

During this fish spa session, you’ll place your feet in a tank of warm fresh water containing dozens of toothless fish. These fish will rasp, suck and gently nibble away at your dry and dead skin. The end result leaves your feet feeling refreshed and healthy! Other benefits of this treatment include stimulating acupuncture points, increasing circulation, balancing your nervous system, controlling psoriasis and eczema, removing bacteria and reducing foot odour. Bookings recommended. www.barefootfish.com.au

If you’re looking for things to do on the Gold Coast, Topgolf is the spot for you! At Topgolf, you’ll hit microchipped golf balls into giant targets on the outfield from your very own bay, scoring points when you hit them! Prefer to relax? Kick back with a meal from our chef-inspired menu or enjoy your favourite drink on our Rooftop Terrace while listening to live music. Whether you’re an aspiring pro, a total beginner or an absolute foodie, you’ll have a ball at Topgolf. www.topgolf.com.au

Discover the epicentre of excess and indulgence on a ghost tour of old Surfers Paradise. Peel away the glitz, glamour and showgirls of the past to reveal a dark, seedy undercurrent of greed, gluttony and betrayal and the ghosts that still linger in Australia’s favourite playground. Southport General Cemetery: Visit the place everyone is dying to get into, the Southport General Cemetery. Discover why Joab was struck down by lightening, the mysterious “Mr Brown” found dead at the cemetery gates and Australia’s very own mermaid. Move along unmarked graves, body snatchers and murderers. The ground is bursting with 5,000 stories waiting to be told. Be warned, it is bad luck to visit a cemetery at night...and the coast’s oldest ghost is still on the prowl. www.goldcoastghosttours.com