Cover image via miannscanlan.com1. Visit the markets for some rare finds, delicious eats and positive vibes
Hang out with the cool kids at **The Miami Marketta**. Every Wednesday evening, all tapas plates are under AUD6 and you can catch live music every Thursday evening. On Friday and Saturday evenings, the market comes alive with street food, live music, boutique wine and craft beer. This transitional space, buzzing with atmosphere is not to be missed!
2. Do some surfing. Café surfing, that is!
Gold Coast has a brewing coffee scene that is much loved by the locals. What better way to experience the local coffee scene than to go café surfing? Start your own café trail from Surfers Paradise's Black Coffee Lyrics or The 421, then move your way to Broadbeach's Elk Espresso to have a taste of the best of Gold Coast.
3. Your trip will not be complete without an adrenaline-pumped and fun-filled visit to one of the many theme parks…
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4. …or if you're feeling daring, feel even more adrenaline pumping through your veins when you're skydiving
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Bonus pro-tip: Make sure you get yourself a go explore card for unlimited bus and tram travel to all the attractions within Gold Coast.
One [*go explore*](http://translink.com.au/goexplore) ticket is AUD10 a day for adults, whereas AUD5 for children between the ages of 5 to 14. Each ticket entitles you to an unlimited one-day travel on TransLink buses and G:Link trams, from Gold Coast to Broadbeach.
5. Soak in on some sun, sea and sand goodness in Broadbeach and top it off with some shopping
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6. Enjoy the view and incredible skyline at the SkyPoint observation deck
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7. For the gutsier ones, challenge yourselves with the SkyPoint climb that will leave you feeling like you're on the top of the world
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8. Get up close and personal with Australian wildlife in Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
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9. Reach to new heights in Gold Coast on a hot air balloon
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10. Slow down your pace and feel at peace in the beautiful, serene Mount Tamborine
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There are so many more things to do in Gold Coast that is up to you to discover, whether it's with artsy folks, your family, or adventurous friends!
So many can be said about Gold Coast, but it's up to you to make your own memories and define the trip yourself!
With AirAsia X flying to Gold Coast 5 times a week, you can experience the exciting theme parks, adventure, and nature experiences. Book now [HERE](http://bit.ly/airasiagoldcoast) until 15 November 2015!
