Author: Bea Urmos

  • 22 Very Short, Toddler-Friendly Walks In Sydney

    22 Very Short, Toddler-Friendly Walks In Sydney

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    Bea Urmos

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    I’m setting the bar high for myself, because in this article I want to share toddler-friendly Sydney walks with you. Not simply family-friendly ones, but very short, very easy walks that I actually tested with a toddler, my 3-year-old son, after we moved to Sydney. I’m a passionate hiker, anyway, so I became a hiking…

  • 7 Things I Didn’t Know Before Moving To Sydney

    7 Things I Didn’t Know Before Moving To Sydney

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    Bea Urmos

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    Obviously, I knew about the venomous snakes and spiders, sharks and saltwater crocodiles, and various other poisonous animals that can kill you. Who doesn’t? That’s what everyone thinks of when you mention Australia. Though the reality is that I’ve rarely seen snakes or spiders despite spending more time hiking, camping and canoeing than ever before…

  • Canoeing In Sydney: 8 Easy Paddling Routes For Beginners

    Canoeing In Sydney: 8 Easy Paddling Routes For Beginners

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    Bea Urmos

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    I mean really easy canoeing routes for first-time paddlers in Sydney. No, I don’t mean Sydney Harbour or the open sea for sure. I don’t mean rough water, big waves and powerful currents, nor frequent boat traffic. When we started canoeing in Sydney, I was looking for very easy paddling routes where one can safely…

  • I Chose Australia

    I Chose Australia

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    Bea Urmos

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    I chose Australia, where the coastline is an endless series of long (postcard perfect) beaches, and whales and dolphins jump out of the ocean as I gaze at the horizon. Sometimes crocodiles swim into the ocean and deadly jellyfish breed, as well, but only in the north. On the beaches of Manly the tiniest penguins…

  • Where Is Home?

    Where Is Home?

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    Bea Urmos

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    My city is Szeged, on the banks of River Tisza, close to the southeastern border of Hungary. This is my hometown, because the city where I was actually born never was and never felt like home. It’s Szeged where I grew up, attended kindergarten, school and high school. It’s Szeged where I spent my teenage…

  • How To Get To Ghosties Beach Caves, Central Coast

    How To Get To Ghosties Beach Caves, Central Coast

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    Bea Urmos

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    You know why it’s impossible to get bored of beaches in New South Wales? Not, not only because they’re insanely beautiful. But also because even when you feel you got to know an area quite well, one day you stumble upon a beach you’ve somehow never heard about before. And wow! You stand there, speechless,…

  • 10 Best Central Coast Beaches

    10 Best Central Coast Beaches

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    Bea Urmos

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    When it comes to beaches, Australia is hard to beat – and not just in numbers, but in beauty, too. We’ve got to know dozens of fabulous beaches since we moved to Sydney, and we don’t need to go far for them. In this post we’ve collected our favorite Central Coast beaches, great for a…

  • Coogee To Bondi Walk, The Best Coastal Walk In Sydney

    Coogee To Bondi Walk, The Best Coastal Walk In Sydney

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    Bea Urmos

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    The Coogee to Bondi Coastal Walk, or more often mentioned as Bondi to Coogee Walk, is probably the very best Sydney attraction. No exaggeration. Even if you only have a few days to spend in Sydney, we recommend dedicating a full day to this breathtaking coastal walkway. Very few major coastal cities in the world…

  • 7 Days In Sydney Itinerary, Written By A Local

    7 Days In Sydney Itinerary, Written By A Local

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    Bea Urmos

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    Are you planning a trip to Sydney and wondering how many days you need? One thing is for sure: visiting Sydney is a highlight on any Australian itinerary. With harbor views and fabulous beaches, iconic landmarks, friendly locals and a truly Australian laid-back vibe, Sydney is one of a kind. It’s still hard to believe…