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  • Get information in our Gold Coast guide

  • Join exciting events and activities

  • Exchange tips about expat life on the Gold Coast

  • Serhat Ahmed

    Without experience of having lived abroad, I thought it would be hard to get to know other expats. But not with InterNations.

InterNations — A Community for American Expats on the Gold Coast

Hello to all Americans living on the Gold Coast! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats nearby? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars on the Gold Coast which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for st■ turkey?

Although the Gold Coast has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network on the Gold Coast, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Connect at Our Events on the Gold Coast

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans living on the Gold Coast. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community on the Gold Coast. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds on the Gold Coast.

Mar 24, 2024, 3:30 AM
13 attendees
Come one and all to enjoy Sunday lunch meet other InterNations members, and celebrate an ancient turning point in Roman history (the end of Julius Caesar in 44BC). Located off Scarborough Street in So
Feb 18, 2024, 6:00 AM
19 attendees
Come along and meet fellow members, dine, and enjoy background music at Domanis on Tedder Ave. Bring friends too as we start our special events for 2024. Standup tables with seating will help us enjoy
Sunday afternoon festive season lunch with views of the ocean and fine dining and beverages for all. Come along, bring friends, and meet other Gold Coast expats and Members. Our last one for 2023.
Nov 17, 2023, 9:00 AM
22 attendees
I'm back as Ambassador so please join me at SOPO Brewing Company in Southport on 17th November starting at 1800hrs. (6 p.m.). Good food and drinks will while away the evening so come along and meet fe

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  • Community Member
    From United States of America, living in Gold Coast
  • Community Member
    From United States of America, living in Gold Coast
  • Community Member
    From United States of America, living in Gold Coast
  • Community Member
    From United States of America, living in Gold Coast
  • Community Member
    From United States of America, living in Gold Coast

Meet other Americans on the Gold Coast

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Find People Who Share Your Passions

"Originally known as the South Coast because it was south of Brisbane, the Gold Coast can be a great place for expats, especially with the InterNations community helping you to make the most of your experience!

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living on the Gold Coast? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the Gold Coast’s finest restaurants or outings with other expats to explore all that the popular tourist destination has to offer, from the huge number of theme parks to the 57 km of beautiful coastline featuring some of the most popular surf breaks in Australia, and much more."

Find other Americans to share your hobbies with

Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations

  • Browse our network of members to get to know American expats on the Gold Coast and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans on the Gold Coast.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities on the Gold Coast and across the globe.

InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Gold Coast Community today!

Mix and Mingle with Americans on the Gold Coast at Our Events

Our Gold Coast community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience on the Gold Coast’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow American expats to discover New South Wales. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from the United States of America in your local community and meet Americans in Australia in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Americans living on the Gold Coast!