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Seeing Sydney by bus is a great way to explore the city, either s a local or if If you are on an extended visit to the city. I use public transport every day and I am married to a bus driver so I am very familiar with lots of really interesting bus routes across … Read more

Planning a visit to Bondi Beach? This comprehensive local’s guide covers everything from the safest swimming spots to hidden local haunts, plus essential tips for making the most of Sydney’s most famous beach. Whether you’re visiting for a day or staying a week, here’s everything you need to know about Bondi Beach. In this guide, … Read more

We love exploring Sydney by train. How long since you jumped on a train going somewhere new? Today we offer five interesting Sydney suburbs that make a fun day trip. When we travel, we enjoy riding public transport and visiting a few places that don’t make the top ten lists in our guidebook. The same … Read more

During school holidays, many of Sydney’s top hotels offer special family packages that add genuine value to your stay – think breakfast included, late checkouts and kids’ activity packs. As a Sydney local who’s tested numerous staycation spots with my own family, I’ve carefully evaluated which packages offer real value and which activities are worth … Read more

This comprehensive guide to Vivid Sydney 2025 covers everything you need to know: where to find the best light installations, which performances to book, how to navigate the five festival zones, and insider tips for avoiding crowds. After attending every festival but one since 2009, I’ve learned the best ways to experience this spectacular event. … Read more

Confused about where to stay in the Blue Mountains? We are not surprised; there are literally hundreds of properties of every style here. This guide will help you narrow down your options and find the perfect spot for your next getaway. Ok, so if you have decided that the Blue Mountains deserve more than a … Read more

Welcome to Sydney! Whether you’re here for a short getaway or have just arrived in the city for a long stay, driving in our beautiful city can be an experience. From the iconic Harbour Bridge to the coastal roads of the Eastern Suburbs, we’ll help you navigate like a local. We’ve packed this guide with … Read more

Sydney’s dining scene has undergone its biggest transformation in decades, with five major precincts launching since 2023. Adding dozens of new venues to the city’s landscape this has made deciding where to eat in Sydney even harder! When I was recently updating our where to eat articles I thought it was about time to write … Read more

This guide to the best Sydney Harbour walks is designed to help you uncover some of the most beautiful parts of the city. Nothing says Sydney more to me than strolling by the water’s edge. Sydney Harbour is known worldwide for its beauty, but did you know that much of this stunning shoreline is lined … Read more

Visiting Sydney and want to go beyond the icons to somewhere different, or perhaps you’re a Sydneysider who wants to be surprised by new beauty spots in your  own backyard? We recently sent Eastern Suburbs’ resident Caroline Gladstone on a mystery tour where she too discovered little known beaches and fascinating snippets of history. Let’s … Read more

Just booked your flights to Sydney? Brilliant! While you’re counting down the days, here’s how to turn your excitement into practical preparation that will make your visit even better. This guide focuses on specific tasks that are easier to sort out from home, particularly transport cards, restaurant bookings, and seasonal planning. Most visitors tell me … Read more

Arriving in a new city after a long flight can be challenging, and almost every trip to Sydney Airport is a long flight! I used to live one train stop from the airport and am still only a few stops away, so I almost always take the train to and from the airport. This Sydney … Read more