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8 Reasons to Move to the Gold Coast

8 Reasons to Move to the Gold Coast

Professionals Real Estate Lifestyle 16th November, 2022 No Comments

The Gold Coast offers pristine beaches, an incredible culture, and an unmatched lifestyle- what’s not to love? If you’ve been considering moving to the Gold Coast, here’s 8 great reasons to live in this gorgeous city!

1.      Diverse environment

The Gold Coast features everything from sunny beaches to a gorgeous hinterland. No matter where you live on the Gold Coast, you’re probably no longer than 20 minutes away from a beach or waterway. Imagine feeling the salty air on your skin and hearing the waves everyday. What a dream! If you’re looking for a treechange, Mt Tamborine might just be what you’re looking for! Only 30 minutes away from the Gold Coast, it features waterfalls, hikes, and sweeping views of the coast. Or if you prefer a concrete jungle, Surfer’s Paradise is best known for the sweeping skyscrapers and busy nightlife.

2.      Theme parks

A family day out has never been more fun, especially for thrill seekers. You’ll find world class theme parks including Movie World, Dreamworld, Wet ‘n’ Wild, Seaworld and more! Discover rare wildlife, Australian furry friends, grand shows and sometimes even movie sets! At Movie World you can find longest, tallest and fastest roller coaster in all of the Southern Hemisphere. Talk about a thrill like no other!

3.      Restaurants, cafes, and bars

Not an adrenaline junkie? Chill out at one of the many restaurants, cafes or bars the Gold Coast has to offer! The home of Matt Damon approved Rick Shores located right on the beautiful Burleigh Beach and Jimmy Wah’s! There’s a cuisine to fit every budget and occasion- from fine dining to cute local cafes, specialty coffee and an abundance of acai bowls. Every foodie’s dream living location!

4.      Nightlife

Hand-in-hand with the variety of restaurants comes the bustling nightlife. Swap a night-in for a night on the town. Maybe you want to brave the slingshot where you are catapulted vertically at 160kph. Or maybe you want to hit one of the many clubs along the coast. If you’re feeling up for an adventure, the Gold Coast sure won’t disappoint!

5.      Public transport

It’s no secret that the Gold Coast has a brilliant public transport system called TransLink. Gold Coast buses run all through the city making transport to work incredibly easy and more environmentally friendly. There’s also trams and trains available in the major parts of the city. And the best part? It’s all incredibly affordable!

6.      World class shopping experience

The shopping experience on the Gold Coast is seriously unparalleled and is every shopaholic’s dream. Australian famous Pacific Fair is located in the heart of Broadbeach, and it features over 400 stores including prestige designer brands (think Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci and Hermes) and your affordable favourites (think City Beach, Cotton On, Kmart and more!). Visit it for yourself to experience the resort style layout, and an immaculate dining experience. Pacific Fair isn’t the only shopping center the Gold Coast has to offer- it’s also the home of Robina Town Centre, Marina Mirage and Australia Fair. Talk about a world-class shopping experience!

7.     Active lifestyle

If keeping fit is an important part of your lifestyle, the Gold Coast’s Active & Healthy Program will be your best friend. This program supports and encourages you to become more active and develop connections with others in your local community. There’s a profusion of free/low cost activities on offer. On the coastline are kilometres of footpaths for walking and running. Imagine every morning before work grabbing a coffee from your local café and enjoying a peaceful morning walk. If you prefer pumping iron, there’s guaranteed to be a gym in your local area.

8.   Community

 One thing that is undeniable about the Gold Coast is the incredible community-like vibe. It’s so easy to meet people with the same interests as you and create lifelong friendships. Check out the Gold Coast Community Directory to find a group!

Whatever you’re looking for, the Gold Coast sure won’t disappoint! If you want to seal the deal and buy or rent on the Gold Coast, get into contact with us today to see how we can help you! 

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