The Broadbeach Experience

Aside from the crime on the Gold Coast that seems to be plaguing our screens, I've never really be crash hot on the South Coast. I always thought it was so over-the-top and cheesy. I couldn't handle the tossers in close proximity to me with their big ego's and very little skirts. Fake tans and gold hoop earrings with peuta heels was the first image to spring to mind when someone mentioned the GC. While that still reigns true, my recent experience staying at Broadbeach may be enough to sway my negative opinion.


Firstly, we participated in the 10klm event in the Gold Coast Marathon. It felt uplifting and energising to be involved in something good for the body, outside next to the beautiful blue sea in the warming sunshine. We both deserved and devoured a delicious brekky in Surfers, then splurged on a decent shopping spree at Pacific Fair, which was conveniently located opposite our apartments. Cold beers were enjoyed at the Broadbeach Tavern followed by a refreshing walk along the beach and a chance to use my SLR Camera for some photography practice (below). I spent a night in and enjoyed yummy take-away pizza from Crust in Broadbeach, and a red wine or two followed by a hot bath. My partner took advantage of the Goldy's famous night club scene and hit the town with the boys. Another delicious brekky was had with friends in Broady the following day and then a short trip home to Brissie.


It was thoroughly enjoyable, relaxing and refreshing and it left me wanting to return the following weekend. A perfect weekend away from Brisbane with a whole mixed bag of things to enjoy.

Broadbeach Mall

French Patisserie

Peppers by day

Peppers by night