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3 Day Blue Mountains Itinerary (Walks, Lookouts & Local Tips)
The Blue Mountains are one of the most spectacular places to visit in New South Wales — yet most travellers only scratch the surface on a rushed day trip from Sydney. If you have three days in the Blue Mountains, you can go far beyond the Echo Point crowds. You’ll hike into lush sandstone canyons,…
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Kayaking In Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park: Bobbin Head vs Akuna Bay
Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is one of the best places for kayaking in Sydney — but not all launch areas feel the same once you’re on the water. After many paddling trips here, we’ve learned that Bobbin Head and Akuna Bay offer completely different experiences, even though they’re part of the same national park. They’re…
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8 Calm & Easy Kayaking Spots In Sydney (Perfect For Beginners & Families)
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
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
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
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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Waterfall Way Road Trip: Best Waterfalls, Walks and Stops
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
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
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…
