• 5 Reasons You’ll Fall In Love With Dorrigo National Park

    5 Reasons You’ll Fall In Love With Dorrigo National Park

    Dorrigo National Park sits in the lush hinterlands of the Coffs Coast and is one of the first must-visit stops along the Waterfall Way when driving from Coffs Harbour. With its ancient rainforest, stunning waterfalls, and rich wildlife, it’s easily one of the most remarkable national parks in New South Wales—and our absolute favorite stop…

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  • NSW’s Secret Coast: Discover These Hidden National Parks

    NSW’s Secret Coast: Discover These Hidden National Parks

    Living in Australia often feels like living on a discovery channel. Even from the bustling heart of Sydney, it’s remarkably easy to stumble upon pristine beaches and breathtaking coastal views shared with surprisingly few people on an average weekend (and no, I’m certainly not talking about the Bondi to Coogee Walk!). This sense of hidden…

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  • Easy-Access Viewpoints In The Blue Mountains: No Hiking Required

    Easy-Access Viewpoints In The Blue Mountains: No Hiking Required

    The rugged, ancient and beautiful Blue Mountains are our favorite hiking getaway from Sydney. There’s no shortage of walking tracks, some multi-day, some short, steep and muddy, but all delivering amazing views, incredible rock formations and lush greenery. But can you experience the beauty of the Blue Mountains without hiking? Absolutely! This guide is for…

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  • Self-guided Historical Walking Tour Of Vaucluse, Sydney

    Self-guided Historical Walking Tour Of Vaucluse, Sydney

    Grand homes. Harbour views. A historic hanging bridge. Tiny, sheltered, adorable beaches. Welcome to Vaucluse, where the coves and sandstone walls whisper tales of Sydney’s past, while you marvel at stunning harbour views (and opulent estates you could never afford). I designed this self-guided walking tour for curious locals (like me) and visitors eager to…

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  • Cockatoo Island With Kids: Unlocking History, Tunnels & Harbour Views!

    Cockatoo Island With Kids: Unlocking History, Tunnels & Harbour Views!

    Cockatoo Island. In Sydney Harbour. When I first heard about it, I immediately pictured a tropical sand island with swaying palm trees and azure waters, maybe dolphins jumping out of the water. Well, those are a bit further north, along the coast of Queensland, though dolphins can sometimes be spotted in Sydney Harbour, too, along…

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  • Parramatta Ferry With Kids: Playgrounds, Parks & Scenic Views

    Parramatta Ferry With Kids: Playgrounds, Parks & Scenic Views

    If there’s one Sydney adventure my son and I keep coming back to, it’s the ferry trip up the Parramatta River. Forget just getting from A to B; this journey is an experience in itself! Think of a long, scenic boat ride that unfolds like a story, revealing cool parks, awesome playgrounds, tempting cafes, and…

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  • Best Things To Do In Garigal National Park: Sydney’s North Shore Gem

    Best Things To Do In Garigal National Park: Sydney’s North Shore Gem

    Sydney has some world-famous national parks that visitors never miss and locals regularly flood on sunny weekends. Okay, don’t fret. To me, as a European, Australia never feels crowded. But some places are more popular than others. Garigal National Park is not one of them, and it’s not because it’s lacking in natural beauties. It’s…

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  • Explore Henry Head & Cape Banks: A Stunning South Sydney Loop Walk

    Explore Henry Head & Cape Banks: A Stunning South Sydney Loop Walk

    My favorite coastal hike in South Sydney is the incredibly varied Henry Head and Cape Banks loop walk. Tucked away in La Perouse, it’s a lesser-known gem in Kamay Botany Bay National Park (sorry, Cape Bailey, I still love you), offering a fantastic mix of scenery without the crowds. Just kidding. Australia isn’t crowded –…

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  • 5 Best Walks In Mount Kaputar National Park

    5 Best Walks In Mount Kaputar National Park

    Mount Kaputar is one of the best national parks for the cooler months. Its walking tracks meander through an ancient landscape, dotted with volcanic rock formations, craggy peaks, and quiet valleys. And the wildlife? It’s everywhere—we bumped into red-necked wallabies and swamp wallabies, eastern grey kangaroos, spotted parrots and a solitary wallaroo. Now, where exactly…

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