Visiting Sydney So Many Things To See And Do
July 20th, 2010 · Travel Australia
Recently my family visited Sydney for a long weekend, we flew in from Melbourne airport. Driving to Sydney would have taken all day so we chose to fly, we were only in the air for about 50 minutes, flying is a great time saver.
We stayed with a family that we met at Ayers Rock Resort 10 years ago, so it was a 10 year anniversary of when we met. Every year since we met we have arranged to meet them and holiday somewhere in Australia. We have been to the Kimberley, Central Australia twice, Fraser Island twice, Noosa several times, Murray River houseboat cruise and more. All wonderful trips and adventures.
As they are Sydney locals we went on several tourist drives that certainly gave a new outlook on Sydney and gave us a better understanding of how massive Sydney is.
I had been to Sydney twice previously with my parents many years ago and with our local primary school to see the Paralympics in 2000 and had seen the popular highlights Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. Which are of course stunning and worth seeing.
There are many Things to do in Sydney, everyone that visits should visit the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. There ia also plenty more to see and do like the Rocks, go on a harbour cruise, visit Taronga Zoo and Luna Park.
Sydney has some beautiful very popular beaches to visit like Bondi as it very close to the city we also visited Cronulla beach and several other beaches which had a few brave surfers catching the waves! It was way to cold for swimming!
If you are planning to visit Sydney and looking for more adventure how about an amazing full throttle jet boat ride in the harbour, see the unique harbour views while going flat out sliding and aplashing in all directions.
If you want the best view of Sydney try the Skywalk on top of Sydney Tower only 260 metres above ground level. Of course you will be wearing Skysuits and harnesses for your own safety. What A View!!
Many cruises on the harbour can be enjoyed as well as sea plane flights, aerobatic flights, sky diving, rock climbing in the Blue Mountains, drive a racing car around Eastern Creek race track, Harley rides, hot air ballooning and so much more.
Fathers Day is not far away so start thinking about a present sooner rather than later. The above activities would make excellent Fathers Day Gifts as well as the more sedate adventure activities suitable for all Dads.
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5 Fun (and Free) Things to See in Melbourne
July 14th, 2010 · Travel Australia
Guest Post from www.hotelclub.com
Oz is an incredible place to visit and, no matter what part of the country you end up in, you’re bound to find tons of incredible things to see and do. Some of us, unfortunately, are on budgets – and while that might limit us as far as deciding which things to do, our financial situations certainly won’t stop us from having fun. Are you headed towards Melbourne this summer? Here are 5 free attractions to keep you entertained.
5. Royal Botanic Gardens
The Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne consist of more than 86 acres of gorgeously landscaped grounds and gardens. Inside you’ll find thousands of plant species from around the world. Guided walks through the gardens are offered free of charge. The park opens at 7:30am and closes at either 6pm or 7:30pm, dependent upon the time of year you visit.
4. Queen Victoria Market
Do you love to shop? If so, you simply can’t leave Melbourne without first making a stop at the Queen Victoria Market. Considered the largest open-air market in the southern hemisphere, the market has been a notable landmark for well over 100 years. The land has served several purposes over the years (including as cemetery grounds), but today is a produce market featuring other modern merchants.
3. City Circle Tram
Want to catch a glimpse of the entire city without making a bunch of stops? Consider hopping on the City Circle Tram. It’s free, and encourages visitors to hop on and off at any time along the circuit. You can stop to take pictures, or to visit some of the area’s hot spots, and then simply hop back on to get to your next destination. You’ll pass the Parliament House, Old Treasury Building, and many other historic sites. Don’t want to get off? Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.
2. Flinders Street Station
Flinders Street Station is one of the most popular meeting places in Melbourne. Visitors will find that the station is the hub of the city’s transportation system, while also offering tons of gorgeous architecture (including the spectacular clock tower) for your viewing pleasure. If you want to be at the center of activity, you should consider looking for hotels near Flinders Street Station. You’ll never be far from any attraction, whether you walk or take public transportation.
1. Melbourne’s Beaches
No trip to Melbourne is complete unless you spend at least one afternoon relaxing on the gorgeous beaches. Yes, the Yarra River does run through Melbourne, but don’t forget that the city sits on Port Phillip Bay as well. There are dozens of great beaches to explore, including St. Kilda, Brighton, and a number of dedicated surfing beaches.
Ask the concierge at the hotel you choose to direct you towards some of the area’s least expensive attractions. There’s bound to be something nearby, whether you stay at the Atlantis Hotel Melbourne or one of the dozens of other affordable hotels in the area. Relax, don’t stress over money, and enjoy the city!
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Lake Eyre Ready For Yachting Regatta
July 6th, 2010 · Travel Australia
Lake Eyre is once again full thanks to the devasting floods earlier this year in Queensland, Lake Eyre does not every year the last times were in 2000 and 2004.
The water has made a 1300 kllometre journey from Queensland to Lake Eyre in South Australia. This time the water has reached a depth of 2 metres and will be most likely all dried up by October.
The Lake Eyre Yacht Club are known as the strangest Yacht Club in the world, they only get the sail when Lake Eyre fills and they have about 50 members from all over the world, some will travel from Scotland and United States for this very unique yachting regatta.
Image courtesy of South Australian Tourism Commission – southaustralia.com
They expect at least 60 to 100 yachts to take part, many people have travelled thousands of kilometres across Australia. They are camping on the banks of the lake to experience the amazing sight of the yachts, the beauty and uniqueness of another of Australia’s natural wonders.
For More Information
http://www.sail-world.com/cruising/index.cfm?nid=54354&rid=11
by Tim Dornin, Independent Weekly/Sail-World
About Lake Eyre http://teachit.acreekps.vic.edu.au/cyberfair2002/LakeEyre.htm
