Festivals

The Vivid Sydney Festival shows off Sydney at it’s finest.  The cities most iconic buildings and historic laneways are awash with light installations that turn the town into sometime from a fairytale.  After ten years of attending the show, I have put together my tips for surviving the crowds and …. Continue reading

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade, and with Australia’s recent passing of the Same-Sex Marriage law, I have a feeling it’s going to be one hell of a party. I have put together this short visitors guide to help you have …. Continue reading

Sydney seems to love nothing more in summer than a watching a movie under the stars.  Over the last decade, summer outdoor cinemas have sprung up across Sydney.  Here is our guide to this year’s offerings.   We would love to hear which is your favourite. St George Open Air Cinema …. Continue reading

If you are not a planner and you find NYE approaching with nothing organised read on,  this article is for all of you who like to leave things to the last minute!  See my full mega NYE list for more ideas.  What are the best last minute options for New …. Continue reading

Trying to decide what to do on Christmas Day in Sydney? This list will help you survive Christmas in Sydney with details on lunches, buffets and activities to help you enjoy a summer Xmas Day.  It can be hard being away from family and friends during the holidays and challenging finding …. Continue reading

Sydney city turns on a big show on January 26th each year to celebrate our national day. What are we celebrating on Australia Day? Officially Australia Day commemorates the founding of the colony of Sydney on the 26 January 1788 when the ships of the first fleet arrived. However, not everyone feels …. Continue reading