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We found so many things to do in Newcastle on our recent visit that we are already planning another northern getaway from Sydney. Our 48 hours exploring the city and its stunning beaches was a treat, and only two-and-a-half hours from home and family in the area means we will be back soon! It had … Read more

Spring is in full bloom in Sydney in October, and the weather is lovely and warm, but not hot. Daylight saving beginning on 6 October in 2024, makes the days longer, giving you more time to get out and explore. The first Monday in October is a public holiday, Labour Day, which honours the mid-19th-century … Read more

This page of Sydney Getaways is required reading if you are you planning a weekend outside city? Want to add a short break away to add another dimension to your Sydney holiday? Need a staycation? With so many options, with 2-3 hours from the centre of Sydney, you could quite easily do something different every … Read more

Today we bring you 21 of what we think are the best picnic spots in Sydney. Some are well known, some are a little off the radar, but all are places we are sure you will enjoy visiting. Better still, they all can be reached by public transport!  Nothing beats lunch outdoors on a sunny … Read more

The Hermitage Foreshore Walk is a hidden gem, and while it is not a dramatic as the Bondi to Coogee walk or as much of a challenge as the Spit Bridge to Manly, it is still a worthy contender for a list of top harbour walks in Sydney. What I like most about it is … Read more

Are you trying to find some interesting walks in Sydney? If you are looking for new walking tracks to explore well we have plenty to share. We pulled this together back in 2021 when we were all walking close to home and have given it a quick dust off because we really should keep up … Read more

NSW road trip offers everything from pristine beaches to beautiful landscapes so unique you might think you have landed on another planet. We have spent years exploring the coastal cities and small county towns in NSW and today we thought we would try to inspire you to do the same. Not sure where to go? … Read more

If you’re looking for a way to spark romance in Sydney, you don’t need to look far, there are lots of fun romantic things to do in Sydney. As one of the most beautiful cities in Australia, there are plenty of ways to celebrate love from harbour sunsets to waterfront dining. There’s nothing quite like … Read more

Planning to take Mum out for Mother’s Day lunch in Sydney as a treat this year? There are plenty of options, but expect them to book out early and get yourself sorted out asap! From brunch to high tea, a harbour cruise or fine dining treat, a picnic or buffet, there is a Mother’s Day … Read more

Looking for the best waterfalls in NSW? We have just spent a couple of months driving around the state and have visited many beautiful falls along the way. The walks we did to find them were among our favourite parts of the trip. We shared our finds here so that you can enjoy them too. … Read more

If you are looking for some easy bushwalks in Sydney to get you out and about after being confined indoors for a little too long, you have come to the right place. Below we share our favourite short walking tracks suitable for beginners, kids or those whose fitness might need a little more work before … Read more

These walks in Wollongong offer extraordinary views and lush green landscapes, and best of all, they attract far fewer crowds than any Blue Mountains walks or the Royal National Park Coast Walk. Why not discover the track less travelled next time you fancy a day of bushwalking? With pristine beaches, dense forests, rugged cliffs, and … Read more