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Looking for the best way to visit the Blue Mountains from Sydney? This complete guide shows you exactly how to plan an amazing day trip by train, with detailed itineraries tested by locals. Here’s why taking the train is often the smartest choice: Whether you want to see the iconic Three Sisters, ride the world’s … Read more

Vivid Sydney cruises offer water views of harbour light installations, with prices from $49 BYO experiences to $289 luxury dining packages. But before you book, you should know that while cruises offer unique views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge lights, you’ll miss many of the festival’s ground-level installations. This guide breaks down exactly … Read more

It’s been a while since we covered new hotels in Sydney and I am pleased to say the last two years have seen some fabulous new properties open their doors in the harbour city. We have toured, eaten at or stayed in almost all these hotels, so I can share my thoughts with you today. … Read more

From the popular things to do in Parramatta to things best known by locals, we have found plenty of reasons to spend some time exploring Sydney’s second city. Today we encourage you to head west to Sydney’s second-biggest city, a mixing pot of culture and history where you will find a ton of food, fun … Read more

Almost any of the Newcastle beaches on our list would fit nicely on a list of the best beaches in NSW. In fact, a couple of them are. This city, just a few hours north of Sydney, is a beach lover’s paradise. It also features historic ocean baths and boasts a costal walk to rival … Read more

Trying to decide on the Best Hostels in Sydney is no easy task. There are more than 45 backpacker hostels to choose from why wade through endless lists when we have done the hard work for you. As a Sydney local who has worked with backpacking travellers for almost two decades, I have a pretty good … Read more

The Sydney Mardi Gras Parade is the biggest event on the calendar for the LGBTI community in Australia. I have put together this short visitors guide to help you have a great time during this fabulous festival. My best advice is to start planning now. The city gets seriously busy during the entire festival period, so … Read more

On more than one occasion I have found myself lost in the NSW Southern Highlands. Not literally lost – though those winding country roads can be tricky – but lost in the best possible way. You know that feeling when you discover a place that’s been right under your nose all along? That’s what hit … Read more

When it comes to Australia’s best beaches NSW is home to quite a few. Today we share 20 we think fit the bill as the most beautiful beaches in the state. It’s too hard to rank them so we have gone with an A to Z approach with just a few gaps. After a few … Read more

There are some routes operated by Sydney buses that are perfect for sightseeing. So if you are not much of a HOHO bus person or are travelling on a budget, then these self-guided Sydney bus tours are for you. Sightseeing on Sydney’s Buses is a little more work than jumping on the official hop on … Read more

It might surprise you to hear there is no shortage of amazing free things to do in Sydney. Sydney has a reputation of being an expensive place to visit. And it can be. So we created this list to help you discover free things in Sydney that will help the budget stretch a little further, … Read more

There are lots of things to consider when you are trying to choose the best time to visit Sydney. The weather, public holidays and school holiday periods can all impact how much you enjoy your holiday, affecting costs and crowds. Below we have covered the most frequently asked questions we receive about when is the … Read more