Packed For (in)Action: Out-Of-Office has Never Looked So Good

Our Gold Coast Giveaway Winner Sure is a Lucky Lucky Thing

There's something extraordinary about watching a dream become reality. Last month, our marketing team explored the Gold Coast's hidden gems, and upon our return, we couldn't wait to share the experience—sending one of our cherished SABEN customers on the ultimate luxury coastal escape.

After spending three sun-soaked days discovering everything from rooftop cocktails to beachside dining, we knew this wasn't just another destination—this was an experience that deserved to be shared. From the moment you step off the plane to checking into an Executive King room at Dorsett Gold Coast, dining at the fire-kissed excellence of kōst, unwinding at Lan Bathhouse, and shopping Pacific Fair, every detail of this prize has been thoughtfully curated with thanks to our friends at Experience Gold Coast.

The Perfect Travel Moment

Picture this: Out-of-office activated, your new SABEN luggage set perfectly packed, your favorite SABEN handbag by your side as you disembark the aircraft and that glorious Queensland sun warms your skin. The hardest decision becomes: shop or swim? Brunch or lunch (maybe both!)? That's the holiday feeling we live for.

This giveaway embodies everything SABEN stands for. It's about more than beautiful luggage, handbags, and accessories—though we're rather proud of those. It's about creating moments that matter, experiences that elevate, and details that delight.

We believe luxury travel should feel effortless. When you're carrying pieces designed with intention, crafted from premium leather, and chosen with purpose, even the journey becomes part of the destination. Whether it's our versatile crossbody bags for exploring coastal walks or our sophisticated luggage collection for seamless airport style, every SABEN piece is made to travel beautifully.

Why the Gold Coast Captured Our Hearts

We'll be honest—we expected Surfers Paradise crowds and tourist traps. Oh, how wonderfully wrong we were! The Gold Coast has experienced the most incredible transformation, evolving into a sophisticated coastal destination that balances elevated dining experiences with effortless beach club vibes.

From Mare's perfectly crafted cocktails at the marina-floating La Luna Beach Club (giving major Bali energy) to The Tropic's jaw-dropping clifftop views in Burleigh, we discovered a destination that understands modern luxury. HOTA Gallery offered cultural immersion, Lan Bathhouse provided wellness sanctuary moments, while favourites like Elk Espresso and its sister café Sunnyboy reminded us why the GC's café culture is thriving.

Just 3.5 hours from Auckland, the Gold Coast offers something rare: accessibility without compromise. It's sophisticated yet relaxed, familiar yet full of discovery—the kind of place where sunrise beach walks seamlessly transition into sunset cocktails overlooking the Pacific.

This is coastal luxury at its finest, and it's right on our doorstep.

Travel in Style: The SABEN Way

Our approach to travel mirrors our design philosophy—thoughtfully considered, beautifully executed, built to last. Just as we craft handbags and accessories that move seamlessly through your life, we believe travel should flow with the same ease and elegance. 

More Than a Giveaway

This prize wasn't randomly assembled. Every element—from the thread count on the Dorsett sheets to the last sip of wine at Kōst—was chosen because we've experienced it ourselves, loved it, and wanted to share that joy. Because at SABEN, we believe you deserve experiences as beautiful as the leather goods you carry.

This is luxury travel, SABEN style. And honestly? Out-of-office has never looked this good.