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Darling Harbour is one big showcase of fun and entertainment. Once a thriving dockland, it was redeveloped in 1988 to coincide with the 200th anniversary of European settlement in Australia and began with the construction of a... more
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Manly is a popular beachside resort and a favourite with generations of families. In 1915, Aussie surfing was born here, when Hawaiian Duke Kahanamoku rode a plank of shaped wood. There was also the one-man beach protest agains... more
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Hutchy said
…. Local show would have better rides and side shows then that place. Carried on to Manly. The beach… continue reading »
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Opened in 1884, the Taronga Zoo is the first public zoo in New South Wales. The Zoo has gone through much renovation and redevelopment featuring updated exhibits and an Asian Rainforest, which provides a unique insight into the... more
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wmjaygibson said
….Yesterday, we slept late and spent the afternoon roaming around the Taronga Zoo, which is a short ferry… continue reading »
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Fourteen troubled years in the building, and AUD95 million over budget, the controversial sail-like roofs of Sydney's most recognizable icon glisten against the backdrop of Sydney Harbour. Danish architect Jorn Utzon has report... more
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Career Suicide said
… have happened. Krystal and I saw the Ten Tenors. They sang at the Sydney Opera House… continue reading »
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Best known to most Australians as the drug and red light capital of Australia, the "Cross" is a sleazy collection of strip clubs, adult bookshops, and tacky nightclubs. Over the years many attempts have been made to transform t... more
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Jon & Hannah said
… painless experience, we are staying in the King's Cross area, just to the east of the city. On our first… continue reading »
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This bit of adventure is a must for all visitors to Sydney. The Pylon lookout at the top Sydney Harbour Bridge is a harrowing 200 steps to the top. But those who brave vertigo and the often windy days are treated to the most am... more
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This was earlier a small waterhole but has now been converted into one of the most happening pubs in town. You have a choice of an outdoor courtyard or an open air bar upstairs. This place is very popular with the after-office... more
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Double Bay is Sydney's most up market shopping area; its village atmosphere is characterised by its close knit community of which the Golden Sheaf is a part. This pub has a big local following. Newly renovated it has a premium... more
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This vibrant café, situated in a prime Coogee location is perfect for coffee and a cake or a long, relaxed lunch. Located on the promenade, you will not know whether to soak up the beautiful beach views or marvel at the colorfu... more
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The Dolphin is a local landmark—a beautiful, traditional corner pub that is popular with locals, and heavily patronized by Rugby Union fans before and after games at the nearby Sydney Football Stadium. The classic pub decor (po... more
Gladesville Travel Experiences
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Strewth! Bonza! Shrimp!
Well, here I finally am, taking the first steps on this rather exciting journey!The flight from London to Hong Kong was, so I believe, un... Continue reading »
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Surf Camp - catching barrels, going on death walk...
Here it is, officially the last adventure of my trip! And what a way to end, with a 5 day surf camp that goes from Byron to Sydney. After... Continue reading »
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Australia - Sydney Part 1
We arrived in Sydney at around 9am after the flight from the Gold Coast and were picked up and taken to our accommodation near the airpor... Continue reading »
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“Will that be all sir?”
“Yes” I said as I just ordered fish and chips for my Christmas lunch. It was about as British as it was going to get that day. Emma had o... Continue reading »
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A picture is worth a thousand words
This is basically a short little update as I have now worked out how to upload some photos. Unfortunately not all of my photos can... Continue reading »
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