Author: Bea Urmos
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8 Calm & Easy Kayaking Spots In Sydney (Perfect For Beginners & Families)
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Looking for calm, easy kayaking spots in Sydney for beginners? The kind with flat water, no big waves, no heavy boat traffic — and definitely no paddling across Sydney Harbour? When we first moved to Sydney and bought our first canoe, I was determined to find sheltered waterways where we could safely experiment. I wasn’t…
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20 Best Nature-Themed Playgrounds In Sydney
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I’m a mum who chooses creekside play instead of a gigantic playground with all the colorful metal structures. Sure, we visit playgrounds quite often though. And there’s just something different about a playground that smells like bark chips and eucalyptus instead of hot plastic. This is why this article was born. After we moved to…
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25 Best Pram-Friendly Walks In Sydney For Families
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One of the best things about living in Sydney is how easy it is for me to find nature without heading too far from home. From coastal paths with ocean views to tracks by the river, there are so many family-friendly walking tracks to choose from. Many are suitable for prams, too. Ah, there was…
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Best Blue Mountains Camping Guide: Campgrounds, Costs & Family Tips
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If you really want to experience the Blue Mountains (not just see them from a lookout for 15 minutes on a half day tour), stay overnight. Stay for several nights. Since we moved to Sydney three years ago, the Blue Mountains became our favorite hiking getaway. Even though we spend a good dozen of weekends…
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Best Warrumbungle Walks And Hikes: Full Guide For First-Time Visitors
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If you’re looking for the best hikes in Warrumbungle National Park, start with the Grand High Tops Circuit for the most iconic views, Mount Exmouth for the highest summit, Wambelong Nature Trail for the best short walk, and Whitegum Lookout for an easy scenic option. Our family spent a wonderful time camping and hiking in…
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Waterfall Way Road Trip: Best Waterfalls, Walks and Stops
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NSW’s Waterfall Way stole my heart with its name alone. This scenic drive links the Mid North Coast with the New England Tablelands, and it’s a journey through rainforests, deep gorges and some of the most beautiful waterfalls in New South Wales — on days when those waterfalls feel cooperative. I have to admit that…
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10 Fun Things To Do in Batemans Bay With Kids
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Ah, Batemans Bay. Kissed by sunshine and sea breeze, tempting with turquoise waters and curious wildlife. It’s one of our favorite family destinations on the NSW Coast, only four hours’ drive from Sydney or two and a bit from Canberra. Then again, I’ll confess: it’s hard to find a single spot on this coast that…
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What To Do In Narooma: Seals, Beaches & Scenic Trails
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Everyone raves about Jervis Bay, its surreal turquoise water, laid‑back charm, and “only‑place‑like‑this” reputation on the New South Wales coast. But it’s not alone. My mind always goes straight to Narooma. Narooma isn’t the loud, show‑off kind of coastal town. It doesn’t need to be. Tucked between Batemans Bay and Bermagui, it’s just far enough…
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10 Amazing Things To Do In Kangaroo Valley For Couples
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Ah, a Kangaroo Valley weekend is one for slowing down, gazing out at misty hills, chasing waterfalls and birdsongs, and filling your face with delicious cheese—you choose. As a romantic getaway from Sydney, Kangaroo Valley requires no defence; it makes its own case the moment you arrive. Just two hours south of Sydney, in the…