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Introducing Eastside Sydney!

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Introducing Eastside Sydney!

The micro-precincts of Eastside Sydney are just a stone’s throw from the CBD, nestled within sprawling parklands, sprinkled with heritage architecture and are home to some of Sydney’s best food, drink, late night entertainment and retail experiences.

WORDS Lorraine Lock

The newly branded Eastside Sydney comprises Woolloomooloo, Potts Point, Kings Cross, Darlinghurst and Surry Hills.

It’s long been home to a diverse mob of misfits, scoundrels and dreamers; from the razor gangs that fought over sly grog in the 1920s, to post WWII immigrants who added countless flavours to its cultural milieu.

Hosting Sydney’s famous Golden and Glittering Miles of Oxford Street and Darlinghurst Road, Eastside is a melting pot of people, arts and culture: fiercely independent, eclectic, creative and queer!

A handful of micro-precincts reside here, each with their own style and specialities.

Sydney’s ‘alter-ego’ is easily accessed by walking, as you flow effortlessly from one precinct to the other, making it the ideal area to explore over a day or a weekend – or longer!

Taster of the precincts

What can you expect around Eastside Sydney?

It would be impossible to pick out a favourite with all of the neighbourhoods having a different style but it’s definitely an art, design and food led culture with offerings to tantalise – anything from quirky street style to sophistication and the budget to match.

Take the Kings X Quarter, once a notorious area, now reinventing itself with a clutch of small bars, speakeasies and upmarket nighttime destinations.

Explore the streets and alley-ways off the main drag just behind the famous Coke Sign and discover your own new favourite late-night venue with burlesque, live music and cocktails flowing.

Around the corner, past the El Alamein Fountain is Potts Point Village – the more genteel end of the point with fashion and interior stores selling highly curated local and international designer brands and upmarket French and Italian brasseries and bars offering a wide range of cuisine options day and night.

The Rainbow Precinct encompasses Taylor Square and Oxford Street, long-time home and stomping ground of Sydney’s LGBTQIA+ community, where you can find a drag or variety show every night as Oxford reaffirms its place as a place to go for a good time with like-minded people. Here’s the place to find your tribe!

Nearby, the Hollywood Quarter is indisputably one of Sydney’s best dining destinations with a clutch of hatted restaurants nestled together in just one square kilometre. HQ also boasts trendy boutique hotels; old school pubs with live music; and its very own arthouse cinema and bar.

Eastside Sydney is also book-ended by the National Art School, the Australian Museum, NSW State Library, NSW Art Gallery and Botanic Gardens so there’s plenty to explore and enjoy both indoors and out.

Exploring Sydney’s Eastside is an invitation to discover the true charm of this area’s inner city vibe where locals and visitors alike can relax, have fun and enjoy the best that Sydney has to offer.

The Heart of Surry Hills is centred around the “community hub” of the library and Shannon Reserve, known for its relaxed vibe and trendy atmosphere.

Here you can satisfy your taste buds and quench your thirst with fabulous eateries, charming cafes, and cosy bars and pubs all within a few blocks.

Plus, there’s plenty of designer shops to spark your curiosity.

Woolloomooloo combines waterfront luxury with post-industrial charm and is surrounded by the lush Botanic Gardens and sparkling Sydney Harbour.

There is some seriously fine dining on the water in a spectacular converted industrial finger wharf.

The local pub scene is strong too with untouched heritage gems and refurbished establishments dotted through the neighbourhood.

It’s a simple walk between half a dozen venues variably offering water views, beer gardens, pub grub, trivia nights, tv sports and local interaction.

Micro-precinct

What’s a Micro-precinct? Well it seems to be the buzzword right now with the NSW Government supporting an initial 21 precincts across Sydney to “develop their local business communities and grow their districts into vibrant going-out hubs”.

It’s the NSW Government’s 24-Hour Economy Strategy for Greater Sydney!

For more information go to: www.nsw.gov.au/business-and-economy/greater-sydneys-24-hour-economy/uptown accelerator

-Lorraine Lock is the manager of Eastside Sydney and the Rainbow Precinct Coordinator

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Sydney Life

You dont need a pocket full of pennies to enjoy all that Sydney has to offer. Weve asked some fellow Sydney-based travel bloggers about their favourite things to do in Sydney that wont cost you a thing. Check them out below!

Bradleys Head, Sydney Managing a website about hiking, its no surprise that my favorite free thing to do in Sydney is discovering new walking tracks. Hiking in Sydney is the best way to fully appreciate everything this beautiful city has to offer. Sydney has a very diverse landscape, so you can walk the beaches, the bush, the mountains and of course the magnificent Sydney Harbour.Whats great about Sydney Harbour is that it is home to countless walking tracks that take you past secluded beaches, beautiful parks, picturesque bays, old lighthouses and much more. And you can discover all these exciting places with the city literally only a stones throw away. Some parts of the Harbour also hold lots of relics from Sydneys military history. At Bradleys Head for example you can find a fortification complex that was built in the 19th century to protect New South Wales against invaders. And Goat Island, right in the middle of the Harbour, once served as a massive gunpowder store. So go ahead, dust off those hiking shoes and head outdoors to discover the goodness that Sydney has to offer, for free! Families visiting Sydney can find all sorts of economical activities. For younger kids visits to some of Sydneys truly amazing playgrounds are a must. Visit a playground by a beach and you have a great free fresh air day out. Great playground and beach combos can be found at Bondi, Bronte, Watsons Bay, Clifton Gardens, Balmoral, Collaroy and Mona Vale. Families with older children might enjoy snorkelling, free if you bring your own kit. Try Shelly Beach at Manly for vibrant sea life, rays, wobbegongs and even (harmless) juvenile dusky whaler sharks. Ocean swimming is another super healthy Sydney sport you can enjoy for free. Explore the many rock pools on the ocean beaches. Check out the Bold and Beautiful Swim Squad if you are a confident sea swimmer. Dozens of swimmers enjoy their daily dip at 7am each morning. Meet at Manly SLSC and ask for a free pink cap. One of our favourite free things to do in Sydney is the Bondi to Bronte walk. This iconic cliff-top walk is 2.5km long and joins two of Sydneys most famous beaches. The views of the ocean and the coastal cliffs along the walk are stunning, making this a real Sydney must see. The walk takes us around 2 hours with two young kids in tow. Adults doing the walk without kids could easily do it in one and a half hours. There is also the option to continue the walk all the way to Coogee Beach, which is a further 3 kilometers. The walk is also a popular jogging route, and has a few workout stations dotted along the path. When doing the walk with kids, we usually stop off at Tamarama Beach or Park on the way for a rest and a snack, and end the walk by playing on the beach in Bronte. Bronte has a lovely park with a playground and plenty of nearby cafes, making it ideal for families.The Bondi to Bronte walk is absolutely stunning and one of the most popular places in Sydney for taking photos, so dont leave your camera behind! Sarah Shrapnel Love Swah If youre a culture vulture in the mood for some creative inspiration without breaking the bank, then Sydney is the place for you! This notoriously extensive city is home to a huge selection of budget-friendly art galleries showcasing artworks from emerging and prominent artists, many of which you can visit free of charge. Firstly head on down to the Museum of Contemporary Art to enjoy their impressive permanent collection. Not only does it feature an array of world class modern art from around the globe, this collection is also free! Another permanent collection worth checking out is at the Art Gallery of NSW which is filled with an eclectic range of Australian, Asian, Western and Pacific art works. A local favourite on the smaller end of the spectrum is White Rabbit Gallery situated in Chippendale, which houses one of the largest collection of modern Chinese art in the world.

King Street, Newtown Exploring Street Art in Sydneys Inner West I love exploring the thriving street art culture in the inner Sydney suburb of Newtown. World class murals adorn walls on almost every corner here thanks in part to a local government initiatives aimed at reducing tagging by matching property owners with street artists. Newtown has always been colourful community, but the volume of work by local and international artists here makes it a perfect place for any street art lover to explore. Add to that some great small bars, cafes and several local craft breweries and you have plenty of great rest stops too. Check out Lennox Street Newtown if youre after a high reward to effort ratio with half a dozen full-scale murals in just 2 blocks. Alternatively make an afternoon of it, take the train to St Peters station and snake your way through the back lanes to a nondescript warehouse in the backstreets that is home to local brewery Young Henrys. This is the perfect spot to taste some really inspired local brews and reward yourself for all that walking! Sydneys own street art nirvana is only 10 minutes by train from the CBD. Tip Along the way pick up a lamington from Flower Drum on King Street or a great meat pie from Black Star Pastry, in Australia Street, Newtown! Nothing beats snorkelling in one of Sydneys stunning beaches on a scorching summer day. All you need is a snorkel and mask, and its easy to learn, even if youre new to the sport. Snorkelling is the best way to discover a new side of Sydney, and come face to face with incredible marine life, including rays, blue gropers, wobbegongs, seahorses, and a wide variety of colourful fish, kelp, and rocky reefs. Dont forget your GoPro! In the Eastern Suburbs, Gordons Bay (complete with underwater nature trail!), and Clovelly Beach are perfect places to get started. Clovelly offers easy beach access in a sheltered bay, making it the perfect spot for first-timers. Clovelly is also famous for its resident blue gropers, so keep your eyes peeled for these friendly fish. On Sydneys north, Shelly Beach, near Manly, is part of the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve, and offers pristine blue waters teeming with marine life. Its also popular with divers.Wherever you end up, youre sure to have a fantastic time- snorkelling is one of the best free things to try in Sydney. Bring a friend, some sunscreen, and dive in! Tucked away in one of the myriad bays and inlets on the northside of Sydney Harbour is my favourite Sydney walk. Only a few kilometres long, you can stroll the entire path in less than an hour. The path follows the harbour shoreline beginning at Cremorne Point wharf and ending at Mosman Bay wharf, making it easy to get to by inner harbour ferry. Before you set out take a short detour through Cremorne Point Reserve for spectacular views across Sydney Harbour, or better yet, bring a picnic and enjoy the sunshine. Dont miss Robertson Point Lighthouse, still a working lighthouse guiding boats safely past the point. You cant go inside but you can get quite close. Heading north from the reserve, the path winds past some of Sydneys most exclusive Federation mansions and million dollar water views. At Mosman Bay wharf either catch a ferry back to the city or retrace your steps as far as Hodgson Ave. Follow the street to join up with a parallel path on the east side of Cremorne Point for the best views of theSydneyOpera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge has to offer. Living in Sydney we are spoilt for choice when it comes to scenic natural attractions. One of my favourite free things to do in Sydney is walking the different parts of the The Coast Track in Royal National Park. The entire track is 26km-long and takes two days to complete but it doesnt have to be done all at once. You can easily do parts of the track as spectacular day hikes. The northern part of the track takes you from the village of Bundeena to Marley beach along one of the most beautiful stretches of Illawarra coastline. On top of the dramatic scenery, this walk also gives you the perfect chance to spot Humpback whales during their migration between April and December.The southern part of the coastal track takes you from Otford train station to Burning Palms beach via the Palm Jungle loop trail. This track has the best of all worlds: towering cliffs of the rugged coastline, eucalypt forest, rainforest gullies, beaches, grasslands and even a palm jungle! Attending a conference I discovered this self-made walking trail from North Sydney. Its a great way to watch the city wake and spring to life.Starting on Blues Point Road and passing the eclectic mixture clothing shops, restaurants and bars, walk to Henry Lawson Avenue.Wander alongside Blues Bay to the iconic Sails Restaurant at Lavender Bay. Stop and take in the views of the Harbour, The Bridge, Circular Quay and Opera House. Next, follow the laneway from Sails to E Cres Street veering right onto Bay View Street. Youll walk passed beautiful homes with Bay views. Continually hugging Lavender Bay, walk round to the left into King George Street taking the laneway to the right soon after.Stroll down the lane until Wendy Whiteleys Secret Garden. This marks the beginning of Peter Kingston Walkway. This will take you pass Luna Park and North Sydney Pool.Follow the signs up onto the Harbour Bridge. Explore the Rocks area at the end and walk through to the Quay and Opera House.If you do this walk early in the morning, when the sun is just rising over the harbour, you can enjoy your own private Rocky moment up the Opera House stairs! For more fun and free activities in Sydney, click here! ]]> http://www.sydney.com/sydney-life/feed

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zarafoodrecipe · 5 years

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Sydney Life

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normanregg-blog · 5 years

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Sydney, Australia has a seductive outdoor lifestyle and great natural beauty. The iconic Sydney Opera House is well worth a visit, and if you have a head for heights, take the Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb for stunning views and a great adventure. Be sure to see the city from the water, explore hidden beaches on beautiful coastal walks, hit the surf, and relax over a long lunch at one of Sydney’s incredible restaurants.

Here are the 15 best places to see and things to do in Sydney, Australia:

1. Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House at sunset

Discover the fascinating history of this iconic Australian landmark and World Heritage site. Set below the famous white sails and the granite Monumental Steps, the Forecourt offers patrons stunning harbor and city views. Or take a tour of the Opera House and uncover the mysteries of the backstage world. Afterwards, make your way down to the Opera Bar, located on Sydney Harbour. This lovely terrace bar on the waterfront has free live music each night and on weekend afternoons.

2. Sydney Harbour

Known as the most beautiful natural harbor in the world, those who come to see it will understand why. Did you know that Sydney Harbour is part of Sydney Harbour National Park? You’ll find many bushwalks with natural flora and, if you’re lucky, local fauna such as the long-nosed bandicoot and little penguin. Whether discovering hidden coves and bays, kayaking, chartering a yacht, flying above in a seaplane, booking a dinner cruise, or simply catching a commuter ferry, there are many ways to experience Sydney Harbour.

3. Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb at night

Positioned across Sydney’s breathtaking natural harbor, this bridge has become one of the most photographed features of the city. Walking across Sydney Harbour Bridge is free; starting at the southern end, take the pedestrian walkway on the eastern side of the Sydney Harbour Bridge roadway and walk to Milsons Point at the northern end. On your return to The Rocks neighborhood, stop for pizza and a beer at the Australian Heritage Hotel, one of Sydney’s oldest intact pubs.

4. The Rocks

The Rocks is essentially the birthplace of modern Sydney. Over the last 200 years, it has morphed from a rowdy settlement of convicts, soldiers, sailors, and street gangs to a thriving, modern neighborhood. The area is a well-known creative and cultural arts hub, as well. Be sure to check out the Argyle Gallery, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and The Rocks Discovery Museum. Visit the weekend markets and explore Sydney’s history and culture with a tour of the historic Rocks area. Explore the cobbled laneways, cozy cafes, and oldest pubs in the country.

5. Barangaroo

Smoke rooftop bar in Barangaroo. Image: Tourism New South Wales

Barangaroo is Sydney’s hottest new development, located in easy walking distance to top attractions like the Sydney Opera House and The Rocks district. Here, you’ll find a number of great restaurants, local artist stalls, and a spectacular nature reserve on the edge of Sydney Harbour featuring sweeping views of the water and skyline.

6. Royal Botanic Gardens

Just a short walk around the water’s edge from the Sydney Opera House, you’ll find the natural beauty of the Royal Botanic Gardens. The Gardens boast magnificent harbor views—an excellent place to escape the noise of the city for some peace and relaxation.

7. Bondi Beach

Surfers hitting the waves at Bondi Beach. Image: Tourism New South Wales

Golden sands, blue waters, and perfect waves make Bondi Beach an iconic Sydney attraction. In the mornings, you can enjoy breakfast and coffee followed by walking the Bondi to Coogee coastline. You can learn to surf and catch some waves before heading to the Bondi Farmers Market (Saturdays only).

8. Manly Beach

One of Sydney’s favorite beaches, Manly Beach has a casual atmosphere that feels a world away from the city, all the while just a 30-minute ferry trip from Circular Quay. Experience Sydney’s beach lifestyle firsthand and explore on foot, rollerblades, or bike.

9. Taronga Zoo

Located along the waterfront overlooking Sydney Cove, the Harbour Bridge, and the Opera House, you’ll find Australia’s leading zoological garden: the Taronga Zoo. Discover native Australian animals and exotic species. If you like to get up close and personal with the animals, try the Animal Encounters experience.

10. Darling Harbour

View from the pool at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour. Image: Tourism New South Wales

Just a 10-minute walk from Sydney’s central business district (CBD), Darling Harbour boasts a fantastic harborside location in the heart of Sydney with some great dining options. Cockle Bay and King Street Wharf also offer funky nightclubs, wine bars, and bistros serving fine food, great cocktails, and late-night dancing.

11. Australia Museum

The Australia Museum has an international reputation for its natural history and indigenous studies research, community programs, and exhibitions. The museum was established in 1827 and is Australia’s first museum, with unique and extensive collections of natural science and cultural artifacts.

12. St. Mary’s Cathedral

Located across from Hyde Park, St. Mary’s Cathedral stands in the center of Sydney as a statement of grace and beauty. It is one of Sydney’s most treasured historic buildings and one of the finest examples of English-style gothic churches in the world.

13. Spice Alley

Dining in Spice Alley. Image: Tourism New South Wales

This open-air food court brings a taste of Asian street markets to Sydney’s fashionable Chippendale neighborhood. Bring a bottle of wine from the nearby Handpicked Cellar Door, stroll beneath the canopy of red paper lanterns, and sample your way through street stalls featuring cuisine from Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and beyond.

14. Paddington Market

Paddington Markets in Sydney. Image: Tourism New South Wales

Every Saturday, rain or shine, Paddington Market has been open since 1973! The market has over 150 unique stalls filled with creative fashion and accessories, beautiful soaps and candles, and pictures that inspire. Take a look at Australian Made section in the market courtyard or try some handmade chocolates and local bread. Relax under the trees with a coffee and soak up the day.

15. Inner West

Sydney’s Inner West neighborhood boasts a variety of local attractions, from family-friendly streetscapes and Victorian buildings to wide-open parks and community-run events. Suburbs like Ashfield and Strathfield are vibrant places to discover the local history on a heritage walk during the day and enjoy a bit of indie rock by night. Newtown’s King Street is the hub of the Inner West, and just under 2 miles from the city center. On the weekends, check out the popular Carriageworks Farmers Market (Saturdays 8 am-1 pm) or the trendy Glebe Markets (Saturdays 10 am – 4 pm).

Our Australia travel specialists have visited Sydney several times and are happy to chat about the best things to see and do! Call us at (888) 229-0082 to start planning your trip to Sydney, or browse our Australia travel packages.

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Five reasons to host an EOFY function

Christmas might be the traditional occasion to organise a night out with colleagues, but the end of financial year offers an equally important opportunity to embrace the office ethos and celebrate a hard-earned milestone with mates.

Here are five reasons the EOFY should be an event to remember and why your work crew needs the welcome reprieve.

A milestone reached

Each year we bring in the New Year with countless acts of revelry, but the end of financial year passes with barely a blip. That’s despite the fact that no matter your industry, EOFY requires a sustained effort to meet the major milestones that business requires. There’s stocktake, accounts payable, KPIs to be reached and so much more.

Chances are your team has put in some hard yards to reach the desired outcome, and they’d welcome a social event to recognise the major milestone reached.

Achievements recognised

While New Year’s Even offers the opportunity to look back on personal achievements, EOFY sees business taking time to reflect.

Whether it’s the target your business reached or the data your staff collated, EOFY is a chance to look back on the business year that was and regroup as a team for the year ahead.

It’s about the team

On that note, the end of financial year is the chance to come together, celebrate and re-embrace a team ethos. It’s this philosophy that will stand you in the best stead for the new financial year to come. By taking the time out to celebrate and bond together as a group, you not only draw a line under the financial year gone by but position yourself to embrace the next challenges ahead.

Time to let off some steam

The EOFY year brings with it a host of business stress. There’s targets to be met, reporting to be finalised and lots of last minute tasks to be accomplished.

Once all the I’s are dotted and the T’s crossed, it’s the perfect opportunity to recognise the group effort, allow staff to let off steam, congratulate them on the year gone by and move forward as a united group.

A mid-year opportunity

It can be a long stretch between celebrations in the busy corporate world, so mid-year and the end of a busy stretch is a welcome opportunity for a social soiree that wards off the winter chill. It also injects some morale into the workplace at a time of year when the days are longer and the holidays far off.

Our function options

Centrally positioned at Darling Harbour, just minutes from the CBD, George’s Mediterranean Bar and Grill Sydney is the perfect venue for an EOFY office function. Whether it’s a weekday lunch or a weekend dinner, we have a host of function menus to suit, with formal sit-down options, more relaxed share tapas meals available or drinks and nibbles overlooking the Sydney sunset.

You can contact our team to discuss your options for an event that suitably marks the achievements of the end of financial year.

About George’s

Located on the King Street Wharf amidst the beauty and excitement of Darling Harbour, George’s Mediterranean Bar and Grill is renowned as one of Sydney’s premier eateries. Come share the Greek cuisine for which we are renowned as we serve up harbour side dining in simply stunning surrounds.

You can learn more about our function facilities here, or contact us directly for further advice.

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World Cruise Update: Look Who Finally Returned to Sydney Australia

Sydney Opera House

Our first stop in Australia is Sydney and I’m so excited to be back. Our home away from home, Fred. Olsen Cruise Line’s Black Watch, arrived into Sydney in the early morning hours before we awoke. We docked at White Bay Cruise Terminal around 6:45 am and that made our arrival official.

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Preparing for Our Day in Sydney Australia

After getting dressed and ready for the day, Danielle and I made our way to Glentaner Restaurant on deck 6 for a quick breakfast. Since we were going to have to pass through immigration and customs in the port, tour guests were permitted off the ship first. Then each deck was sent down. First starboard side or odd numbered cabins followed by port side or even numbered cabins. The lines were long but they did move fairly fast and soon we were out and looking for our ferry.

Taking the Ferry Into Sydney

White Bay Cruise Terminal

Now why a ferry? On previous trips to Sydney, I docked at the Overseas Passenger Terminal right in the CBD. This time, however, was different as we were now at White Bay Cruise Terminal, which is far outside the city.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Line’s Black Watch as seen from the ferry dock

The ferry was only a few minutes walk from the cruise terminal with scheduled departures every 30 minutes.

Black Watch as seen from the tender

We had just missed the last one and the next one arrived late but what could we do?

While there were a few different boats used for the ferry service, all were clean and easy to use. The ride over was less than ten minutes total.

Darling Harbour

The view from the ferry in Darling Harbour

After the quick ferry boat ride, we finally arrived at King Street Wharf. From there we walked over to Darling Harbour to collect our Big Bus hop on, hop off tickets that we were planning to use day 2 of our stay in Sydney. Then I turned on my Tep Wireless device so I could navigate with Google Maps over to Circular Quay.

Circular Quay

Sydney

Once we got to George Street, I recognized where I was and was able to navigate the short walk over.

Sydney

I was excited to see Danielle’s expression when she first caught a glimpse of the Sydney Opera House. The first time I saw it, it reminded me of seeing the Grand Canyon. It was something I had always wanted to see, but was far better in person than any pic or video could ever capture. She thought it was smaller than she expected. Crazy girl!

Sydney Harbour Bridge

We walked along the water and took pics of Sydney Harbour including Cunard Queen Elizabeth and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Danielle and Marian acting goofy in front of Sydney Harbour Bridge

Selfie time

And, of course, we also needed to do a few selfies.

The Rocks

Several photos later and we were now walking up to The Rocks. On the weekends this area is filled with all kinds of vendors selling goods, but we were here during the week so that wasn’t happening unfortunately.

Instead, we looked for other places to shop inside at The Rocks like Spirit Gallery. That meant a morning full of shopping complete with boomerangs, jewelry, t-shirts, and more.

Lunch at The Ship Inn

The Ship Inn

Our next stop was lunch at the Ship Inn. The past two times I’ve visited Sydney, I’ve walked right past this place and yet, I’ve never entered it.

Danielle noticed they had pizza and salads and it seemed like a perfect place for lunch. For her lunch, Danielle ordered a chicken pizza with spicy peppers (capsicum) and caramelized onions but without the chicken or the capsicum and extra mozzarella.

Pumpkin, rocket, and pine nut pizza

I ordered a pizza with pumpkin, arugula (rocket), pine nuts but no cheese. We were so hungry we were head down in our food and devouring pizza with very little to say to one another.

Off to Bondi Beach

After lunch we had planned on utilizing the Big Bus Hop On, Hop Off passes to get from Circular Quay to Bondi Beach. But after careful consideration, we decided it was easier to get an Uber and get directly to the beach instead of going on the bus for maybe an hour each way. In the end it cost us about $20 AUS each way so I say it was well worth it.

Bondi Beach

As soon as we got to Bondi Beach, I knew we made the right decision. The sun was hot, the view was spectacular, and I couldn’t wait to dip my toes in the water and the pristine sandy beach.

Bondi Beach

People were sunbathing, swimming, and surfing and I so wanted to join them. Danielle was insistent that there were sharks in the water, but with lifeguards nearby, I knew it was safe for sure.

Travel Shop Girl in her Demon Doll Clothing on Bondi Beach

We walked along the beach, took some pics and videos, and then walked back up to the boardwalk.

In front of mandala street art at Bondi Beach

Here we saw a few street artists completing their own artwork among the murals. The art was pretty incredible and it even made me stop and have my pic taken in front of one that looks like my mandala tattoo.

Bondi Beach Shopping

Walking the boardwalk along Bondi Beach

Our next stop was shopping, of course. I definitely wanted a Bondi Beach t-shirt and I ended up with a super soft pink tank. I’m thinking ahead to future ports of call like India when I’m melting like cheese (as Putu in the Lido Bar said I would). Danielle and I also stopped at a convenience store where I picked up some Tim Tams to take home and a souvenir store to see if we could find anything good. Finally, the heat was getting to us so we decided to get an Uber back to King’s Wharf so we could get the ferry back to the ship. Along the way we ran into a friend, stopped for a few drinks, and then climbed back on the ferry to Black Watch. A quick shower, clean clothes, and fresh hair and makeup and we were ready for a night out in Sydney. It was a beautiful night to be out and we enjoyed meeting new people and checking out the Sydney nightlife. But for the fact that our Uber wasn’t allowed in the port and we had to walk from the gate to the terminal at White Bay Cruise Terminal on our own, it was a really good night. Oh and we hadn’t eaten any dinner but for a bag of crisps each, which really wasn’t good for either of us, but that’s what you do when you wing it.

Day Two In Sydney Australia

Wednesday, 28 February 2018 was our second day in Sydney and we wanted to back out there again. We missed breakfast and decided we would try to grab food upon arrival at King’s Wharf. However, with a vegan in tow, finding suitable food for two hungry people isn’t always easy. We walked along Darling Harbour and couldn’t find anything. We decided to retrace our steps from the day before to Circular Quay as we had passed many restaurants along the way.

Lunch at Mad Mex

After walking and checking out menu after menu, Danielle and I both felt like we were going to pass out. But then we stumbled upon the MetCentre on George Street and the most wonderful food court. Can you believe Danielle and I agreed on the same place? We both chose Mad Mex for lunch and it was so good, fresh, and tasty. I had three soft corn tortillas with veggies and black beans, pico de gallo, and guacamole (no sour cream or cheese) and a watermelon Jarritos soda. We sat across from a Vietnamese restaurant and I so wanted to order the tofu bao, but just didn’t have any room left.

More Shopping in Sydney

Walking around the CBD

After lunch we wandered around the MetCentre as I was in search of a new pair of jeans. We stopped in one store and I tried two pairs on. The first was a pair of high waisted jeans that pretty much came up to my boobs so they were a no go. The second pair were a pair of boyfriend jeans much like the pair I had on so I liked them. But they were cut strangely as the calves were super tight so back they went as well.

Birdcage Alley

Danielle and I decided to walk over to Birdcage Alley, somewhere she had discovered online. It’s on Angel Place and it’s an art installation of 50 birdcages with piped in bird sounds of birds that are no longer around. Guess it’s a reminder of what once was so if you get to visit “Forgotten Songs,” it’s well worth a visit.

Even More Shopping in Sydney

A little more souvenir shopping and then Danielle and I decided it was time to consider catching the ferry back to the ship. We stopped at the Sea Life Center store in Darling Harbour where I couldn’t resist another purchase. There was a pair of black and blue Australia flip flops I just had to have. Danielle picked up a few things and shortly thereafter we were back on the ferry to the ship.

Back On Board Black Watch

Once on the ship, we had a few hours to prepare for our sailaway out of Sydney. I decided to try using the time lapse feature on my new GoPro Hero5 Black. I set it for 1080p and every 10 seconds. TSG Tip: Always test out new features in advance. Or you will be so disappointed you won’t stand yourself.

Sailaway out of Sydney

We headed up to deck 8 to stake out our share of the railing and to attach our gorilla pods to them. Then we waited for the ship to move. I turned the GoPro on, turned on my iPhone and prepared for sailaway. My iPhone hasn’t backed up since I left the US and it’s now telling me regularly it has no more disk space. So much for talking pics or video on my phone. After sailaway I excitedly checked the GoPro to see I had all of three second video for over a half hour of footage. Aargh. Hoping I can stretch it out once I get home and put it on my desktop.

But luckily someone named Mrs. T captured the entire sailaway on the Sydney webcam. Here you can see the beautiful Black Watch in all her glory in Sydney Harbour. And that’s all she wrote from Sydney. It was a wonderful two days and I really enjoyed my time with my BFF, Danielle, and just being back in Australia. Next post of call is Brisbane so stay tuned!

Have you visited Sydney? Can you suggest other destinations in Australia that you found equally exciting? Leave your comments below. Discover some other great destinations and travel ideas here on the Travel Shop Girl website.

On my new SPONTANEOUS TRAVEL SCALE of 1-5, with 1 being super easy and spontaneous and 5 being you better plan far in advance, Sydney scores a 1 for spontaneous travel since it’s open easy to navigate, the people are amazing, and there’s always something to do.

While Demon Doll Clothing provided me with samples, as always all opinions and photographs, unless otherwise noted, are my own.

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