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 FUN FACT
INSIDER TIP
Visit the Gold Coast Fisherman’s Co-op on weekend mornings to buy fresh fish, crab and prawns straight from docked fishing trawlers
SHOP TALK
Check your email for free and join other Apple fans as they linger over the latest sleek and shiny gear at the Apple retail store in Robina Town Centre, one of only two such stores in Queensland. Unit 4073, Robina Town Centre, Robina, tel: +61 (0)7 5667 0400, www.apple.com
JAVA JOLT
Max Brenner is rightly renowned for its coffee but don’t overlook the hot chocolates, choctails and desserts. Inspired by the river of chocolate in Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Max has brought every chocoholics dream to life. Shop 1006, Robina Town Centre Dr, tel: +61 (0)7 5578 8571, www..maxbrenner.com.au
CHEAP EATS
It’s not a new concept, but Sushi Train is still one of the best ways to get your sushi as fast or as slowly as you want, at affordable prices. Nab that dish before the next guy gets it! Shop 6&7, Miami One Shopping Centre, tel: +61 (0)7 5508 2208
TOP TABLES
1two3 boasts “no-rules dining” which means you choose the portion size depending on your appetite and budget. Phoenician Resort East Tower, Parade Broadbeach, tel: +61 (0)7 5538 4123, www.1two3restaurant.com.au
AT YOUR LEIWURE
Ever wanted to find out what it’s like to leap off a building? The Movie Stunt Experience is a day of adventure where you are the star. 7027 Southport Nerang Rd, Nerang, tel: +61 (0)415 999 626, www.moviestuntexperience.com
LATE & LIVELY
East is a unique restaurant and bar offering all manner of night-time entertainment, from roving artists to fire breathers and acrobats, as well as leading DJs to get you up on your feet. Level 1, 88 Surf Parade, Broadbeach, tel: +61 (0)7 5538 8868, www.east88.com.au
OVERNIGHT
With 297 beautifully appointed rooms, the Sofitel Gold Coast brings the best of European charm to Queensland. With a nearly unsurpassed level of luxury and service, the Sofitel is definitely worth the splurge. 81 Surf Parade, tel: +61 (0)7 5570 0393, www.sofitelgoldcoast.com. au
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