I’ve recently started a new job (hello new colleagues sussing me out via the blog) but before I dove into a new position I decided a little R&R was in order. My holiday budget was limited (Sorry Rihanna I can’t do Bahamas this year). But did you know how many seriously fashionable holiday destination there are in our backyard? A serious short flight from most Metropolitan cities is the beautiful Gold Coast. This city of sun,surf and sand hasn’t been on anyones holiday radar of late for three reasons which need to be forgotten. 1. Katy Perry didn’t honey moon there. 2. The Queensland floods 3. The “backpacker” stereotype image the Gold Coast had. Forget what you heard, this strip of cafes, bars, beaches and seriously good looking people has emerged of late into a fashionable holiday destination.

Where to eat on the Gold Coast: 1two3 Broadbeach, Sage Restaurant Broadbeach

There are two super cute restaurants situation on the sunny side of the highway in Broadbeach. The two restaurants have the same owner but a very different cuisine, but they same quality. Functions manager Justine Clarke tells us you have to try the Passionate Getaway cocktail at 1two3 “Malibu, vanilla vodka & passionfruit…full of yummy, fruity goodness.” Justine tells us that Sage is the place to catch up with friends in the sun.
“Sage specializes in steaks with a Modern Australian menu that has a great mix of lots of different dishes. The restaurant is light and open and enjoys full sun all day .”
The two venues have great food, a great atmosphere and the mixologists know how to make an amazing afternoon cocktail (most importantly!)
Check them out here! http://www.1two3bar.com.au/ http://www.sagerestaurant.com.au/

Where to relax on the Gold Coast: The Golden Door Spa, Kingscliff

Queensland is so relaxed as is, but if you need to wind down even more or perhaps a good way to start a holiday! The Golden Door have locations at Marina Mirage in Main Beach, Salt Village in Kingscliff which is northern NSW, about 30 minutes south of the border (super close to the Gold Coast!).
The spa brings a touch of decadence to any holiday, whether it’s a massage to relax, a facial to revive or a manicure to beautify Golden Door will take the time to make you experience a true luxury.
The Golden Door Spa at Salt Village is one of the largest day spas in Australia. Boasting 21 treatment areas including double treatment suites, Vichy showers, manicure and pedicure beds and Golden Door Boutique; The Golden Door Spa is the perfect place to rebalance, refocus and refresh. http://www.goldendoor.com.au/

Where to shop on the Gold Coast: Robina Town Centre

As far as shopping centres go Robina Town Centre has got it all. That’s a big call coming from a girl who lives minutes from Westfield Bondi! Robina has recently done a fashionable revamp and now boasts over 350 speciality retailers and 14 dining options, you can spend your entire day there. Check out the big favourites like Country Road, Saba and David Jones or splurge at the boutiques. Head to Designer Forum (they have a couple of stores in Sydney too) and get styled by their amazing team, or head to Dissh for a unique find at a bargain price. For a full list of retailers check out http://www.robinatowncentre.com.au/

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