Author: Bea Urmos

  • 12 Best Central Coast Walks, New South Wales

    12 Best Central Coast Walks, New South Wales

    We love taking a day trip from Sydney to the Central Coast. While we spend most of the time on the fabulous beaches in the summer, we enjoy the scenic Central Coast walks in winter and spring. And then there’s the best of both worlds: the beach hikes. But first of all, where is the…

  • Where To See Australian Wildflowers Near Sydney?

    Where To See Australian Wildflowers Near Sydney?

    Oh, wildflower blooming season! Wherever I lived in the world, I was looking forward to it and wanted to enjoy it to the fullest. It hasn’t changed since we moved to Sydney. Hence my goal is to be an expert in where to find the most beautiful Australian wildflowers near Sydney, and I’m sharing the…

  • Best Kid-Friendly Beaches In Sydney

    Best Kid-Friendly Beaches In Sydney

    We moved to Sydney with a 3.5-year-old as summer has just begun, and we spent most of our free time on beaches in the following months. And for the rest of the year. Ah, no other city in the world can beat Sydney when it comes to beaches (does anyone want to challenge that statement?…

  • Wattamolla Beach, Royal National Park: 8 Amazing Things To Do

    Wattamolla Beach, Royal National Park: 8 Amazing Things To Do

    Wattamolla Beach in Royal National Park is one of the most popular day trip destinations from Sydney, getting very busy at weekends, especially in the summer. (I might say it’s insanely busy, but that’s only true by Australian standards.) Granted, it’s one of the best Royal National Park beaches, certainly the most protected one, but…

  • The Best Walks In Sydney (A Local’s Guide)

    The Best Walks In Sydney (A Local’s Guide)

    I think the best places can only be accessed on foot – who’s with me? I’ll prove my point for Sydney, our new home that we’ve been eagerly exploring ever since we arrived. The real magic of Sydney is the fabulous skyline, the turquoise bays and dramatic coastal cliffs, kookaburras sitting in the twisted gum…

  • 12 Very Best Things To Do In Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, Australia

    12 Very Best Things To Do In Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, Australia

    Looking for a stunning day trip from Sydney? Visit Nelson Bay! This small, laid-back coastal town, located just inside the mouth of the large natural harbor of Port Stephens, is home to postcard perfect white sand beaches, turquoise bays, breathtaking coastal viewpoints and Sahara-like sand dunes. Oh, and friendly local dolphins. We visited it several…

  • 14 Best Things To Do In Forster, New South Wales

    14 Best Things To Do In Forster, New South Wales

    Forster is a fabulous coastal town in New South Wales, lying on the land spit between crystal clear Wallis Lake and the Pacific Ocean. It offers fantastic coastal walks and views, and tons of water activities, like boating, fishing, paddling, surfing, scuba diving or sailboarding. Forster is a great base to explore more of the…

  • Your Guide To Visiting The Cathedral Rocks, Kiama

    Your Guide To Visiting The Cathedral Rocks, Kiama

    Cathedral Rocks – another fascinating volcanic rock formation along the Kiama Coast Walk in New South Wales, Australia. It’s only 1.5 hours drive from Sydney, right off the M1 motorway. It’s a great addition to your road trip along Australia’s eastern coastline, but also a perfect day trip from Sydney, along with some other fabulous…

  • The Boneyard, Kiama: Australia’s Giant’s Causeway

    The Boneyard, Kiama: Australia’s Giant’s Causeway

    We’ve found the twin brother of Northern Ireland’s Giant Causeway in Australia! The Boneyard – also called Bombo Headland Geological Site or Bombo Quarry – is in New South Wales, near the pretty coastal town of Kiama and along the Princes Highway, making it a perfect road trip stop. What is the Boneyard? Officially called…