Sydney is a tourist mecca for first timers visiting Australia. For those who live her, it holds promise of a glamorous weekend away to indulge all of the finer things in life. Boasting a wondrous blend of white coastlines and inner city pleasures, Sydney is the ultimate destination to experience it all in the one place. If you’re planning a weekend getaway, perhaps to take some time out from travelling with the kids, here is how to fill your time.
Relax at Whale Beach
Everybody talks about Bondi Beach as the best thing since sliced bread, but if you want to avoid the overflow of tourists, you’re better off going to the beautiful Whale Beach. While it may be a forty kilometre drive from the inner city, you’ll realise it was all worth it when you set your eyes on this beautiful stretch of coast. There are literally no people… like ever and if you’re keen for a surf, it serves up some killer waves.
Go to Bills for Breakfast
There are many people who feel that a trip to Sydney just isn’t complete, unless you’ve been to Bills for Breakfast. Bill’s delicious meals are talked about on all corners of the world for being some of the best. Always buzzing with early morning nine to fivers sourcing a pick-me-up, Bills provides an assorted mix of mouth-watering breakfasts and specialty rich coffee.
Sail on the Pittwater
Sailing on Sydney Harbour is always a delight, but what if you want your vistas to represent something a little more relaxing? Unbeknownst to most tourists and travellers is Sydney’s best kept secret – the stunning waterways of Pittwater. Located about twenty-two kilometres north of Sydney Harbour, this long-appreciated bay features stretches of open beaches, rugged headlands and sea cliffs, placid waterways, and inhabited bushlands bursting with a plethora of local wildlife.
Shop at Newtown
In a franchise-saturated world, it’s a rarity to come across such a variety of independently owned traders all in the one place. The Newtown Shopping precinct is bursting with a unique and eclectic range of one-of-a-kind ensemble to try on, gourmet cuisines to devour and creative pieces for the inner artist in you. Stretching across four main retail neighbourhoods including North King Street, South King Street, Erskineville and Enmore Roads, (and that’s not including the hidden back-pocket streets) you’re guaranteed to pick up designer threads, gifts for the kids, fresh produce, and indulge in a glamorous makeover all in the one trip.
Experience Darling Harbour
Take the edge off your morning breakfast with a leisurely stroll around Darling Harbour. They say if you’re not sure where Darling Harbour is – go down. Inside jokes aside, this quarter of Sydney boasts a cornucopia of gastronomical pleasures, retail outlets and activities. Bask in the sunlight by strolling through the Chinese Gardens, settle in with a box of popcorn at the IMAX theatre, or stimulate your mind with one of Darling Harbour’s cultural events.
A tip for those who are visiting Sydney from overseas, is to avoid paying fees by using your own credit card all the time. It can be frustrating when you are hit with credit card fees every time you need to pay for something. One great option is to use Travel Money Oz for a pre-paid money card that allows you to use your own money anywhere in Australia – without the extra fees.
Enjoy your weekend in Sydney!
