Immerse yourself in the relaxed life of a Sydneysider on this 5 day Sydney itinerary. Experience the spectacular Sydney Harbour from every angle, squish the sand between your toes on a vast, golden beach and snuggle up to some native animals. Why visit Sydney? Sydney is a show-off of a city. The elegant beauty of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge never … [Read more...]
Big 4 Umina Beach caravan park – Fun family resort north of Sydney
For an easy weekend away that the kids will love, you can't beat Umina Beach caravan park. This is one of those places that EVERYONE raves about. Especially on the north side of Sydney like we are. The Big 4 Umina Beach caravan park (officially Ocean Beach Holiday Resort) is super close to Sydney - about 1.5 hours' drive north of the CBD, has a magnificent position right on … [Read more...]
Sydney to Wisemans Ferry drive | Play by the water on this delightful day trip
Over the hills and not far north of Sydney, the tiny hamlet of Wisemans Ferry suns itself on the banks of the Hawkesbury River. Nestled in amongst national park and almost entirely surrounded by water, this little patch of paradise is a fabulous spot for the kids to run wild while you relax. When planning your visit to Wisemans Ferry weather temperature is not important. … [Read more...]
5 reasons Radisson Hotel and Suites Sydney is perfect for families
Brought to you by Radisson Hotel & Suites Sydney Radisson Hotel and Suites Sydney is the perfect hotel for families, with super-sized rooms, splashtastic facilities and kid-friendly location. We spent the weekend playing tourists in our own city and had a ball! The kids loved the pool the best (no surprise there!) and we all enjoyed indulging ourselves at the breakfast … [Read more...]
Take the scenic road to Pie in the Sky Cowan | A Sydney day trip
Sitting in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, an hour north of the city on a ridge overlooking the Hawkesbury River is Pie in the Sky cafe in Cowan. Enormously popular with cyclists of both the human-powered and motor-powered persuasion, this unassuming cafe makes for an easy Sunday drive to get out of the city and in amongst some natural beauty. Take the scenic road to Pie … [Read more...]
Undiscovered, unspoilt and family-friendly | Seven Mile Beach, Gerroa with kids
When you need an escape from the city hustle and bustle, head to the peace and quiet of Gerroa on the NSW South Coast. Gerroa with kids is the perfect family weekend away. As the main road meanders its way south from Kiama, through Berry and Nowra to beautiful Jervis Bay, Seven Mile Beach Gerroa is tucked well away from the passing weekend crowds. At just over two … [Read more...]
Sydney to Berry drive | A stylish and delicious day trip
Nestled in the rolling green hills of the Southern Highlands, Berry is a stylish little haven, filled with amazing food and gorgeous homewares. At 2 hours south of Sydney CBD, the Sydney to Berry drive makes for a lovely family day out. We do this drive regularly and find plenty of things to do in Berry with kids and along the way there. Visit this quaint country village and … [Read more...]
Sydney to Hunter Valley drive | Get outdoors on this weekend away
At about 2½ hours north of Sydney, the Sydney to Hunter Valley drive is ideal for a weekend away. But when visiting the Hunter Valley, instead of heading straight to the wine, stop off at a few fun, outdoor sights along the way. The lush beauty of the Hunter Valley is unmistakable. Its rolling green landscape is vast and the endless rows of vines are like soldiers on parade. … [Read more...]
Review | Crowne Plaza Terrigal
Sitting by the huge picture windows overlooking the beach as I nurse my long black, I watch the kids helping themselves at the pancake machine. They love that machine! There's something wonderfully luxurious about a breakfast buffet. Where you can have omelettes cooked to order, the kids can try new things (or stick with old favourites!) and you don't need to lift a … [Read more...]
Dream Lover review | David Campbell is a phenomenon in new Bobby Darin musical
Brought to you by Nuffnang and Dream Lover Even if you've never heard of Bobby Darin, his is a remarkably inspiring story. This US pop singer from the 1950s and 60s truly went from rags to riches. This young boy, told he wouldn't live past 16, was determined to defy the doctors and his humble beginnings to be a star. With multiple hit songs like Splish Splash, Mack the … [Read more...]
