WHILE YOU ARE IN TOWN
Arguably the best thing to do in Sydney, spend some time at one of Sydney's best beaches like Bondi, Tamarama, Coogee, Camp Cove, Bronte or Manly.
Catch the ferry to Manly and go to Shelly beach and finish the day with a drink at Manly Pav.
Take a dip at Bondi Icebergs Pool followed by a drink at the Icebergs bar.
Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Catch the ferry to Taronga Zoo. For an extra special experience, spend a night at the zoo’s luxury wildlife retreat or less luxurious tent options.
Visit the Art Gallery of NSW. The new modern wing is particularly special
Walk around the Botanic Gardens (next to the Art Gallery)
Take surfing classes at Bondi with Let’s Go Surfing
Do the Bondi to Bronte walk for cliff-side ocean views or the Hermitage Walk for Sydney Harbour views.
ABC pool is the best for outdoor swimming.
For those who want to shop, Westfield Pitt Street and Westfield Bondi Junction are the biggest centres with luxury stores-connecting them both together via Oxford St with the best boutique shopping at The Intersection Paddington
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FOR THE INTERNATIONALS WHO MAY WANT TO EXTEND A LITTLE LONGER…
Tasmania
Hobart, Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, and Bruny Island. Save yourself the trip to New Zealand and discover where Nina grew up instead! Rugged coastlines, incredible food, and some of the freshest air in the world.
Ningaloo Reef & Rottnest Island (WA)
Sure, it’s on the other side of the world (or at least Australia), but swimming with whale sharks in Ningaloo and lounging on some of the most beautiful beaches on earth makes it worth it.
The Whitsundays
Postcard-perfect islands, unreal snorkeling, and Qualia if you’re in the mood for a real treat. Just a heads-up – it’s wet season, so expect a little tropical drama.
Hyams Beach
An easy road trip from Sydney to a beach so stunning it looks photoshopped.
Uluru, Litchfield & Kakadu National Parkin the NT
If you can handle the heat, these are some of Australia’s most special places. But if December’s scorching temps sound like a bit much, put this on the list for your next trip.
