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Sydney Wedding Planning Tips
Posted by Malcolm in Uncategorized on August 31, 2011
Wedding planning requires utmost competencies and experience in order to make the Sydney wedding truly successful and very memorable for the couple and the participants. Sydney is one of the best places to get married because couples have a lot of options to choose when it comes to the best wedding venue for the event; such as garden wedding in one of the several Sydney parks, beach wedding at the Bondi beach or Manly beach, indoor wedding in a prestigious Sydney hotel or restaurant, or a unique wedding ceremony and party on board an elite cruise ship docked or cruising along the beautiful Sydney harbour.
If you are planning for a garden wedding or beach wedding then it is best to consider some other factors that are generally not encountered in indoor events. For outdoor garden weddings, take note of the required permits, from the local authorities or the local Shire, to use the National Park.
For cruise ship wedding and harbour or Sydney beach wedding, you may also need to consider the weather condition during the wedding day. make sure to get the weather forecast for the day of the wedding from the local weather station, and check if the forecasted weather is good; otherwise you may have to make necessary plans of actions in the event of bad weather, or you can have an indoor venue ready.
Take note of the usually strong winds along the Sydney shoreline, and make sure that the table mats and decors are properly secured to withstand the average wind strength in the area. if couples really likes to have an awesome and unique elite cruise ship Sydney wedding, it is best to have the wedding date during summer time to ensure good weather.
Regardless of the type of wedding, the crucial factor to the success of the wedding is proper planning and attention to small details; ensuring every possible issue is well considered with necessary plans of action in order to make the affair trouble-free. Take note of both internal and external factors; as well as controllable and uncontrollable factors like the weather condition. Taking all these things into proper consideration will ensure higher success for the upcoming Sydney wedding.
Liam Adams wins Sydney City2Surf
Posted by Malcolm in Uncategorized on August 14, 2011
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Cross country champion Liam Adams has crushed Michael Shelley’s dream of winning the 2011 City2Surf by putting in a sprint finish at Bondi Beach to defeat the race favourite by two seconds.
Raw from the pain of Heartbreak Hill, the nickname given to part of new South Head Road as it ascends above Rose Bay, Adams was first over the line in a time of 41 minutes and 11 seconds.
Shelley, who was at his side for most of the race, looked stronger against a rapidly tiring Adams five metres away from the finish line, but had to settle for second position.
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Martin Dent was third.
It’s the second year in a row Shelley has been forced to settle for second position, after he was pipped by the post by Ben St Lawrence last year.
He won the event in 2009.
For Adams, 24, from Moonee Ponds in Victoria, it was his first City2Surf event.
The five times Australian world cross country champion appeared genuinely surprised he had defeated the race favourite.
“I never thought I was going to win it,” he said.
“He’s [Shelley] won it before and he knows how to win this race.
“I was hurting from about Heartbreak Hill.
“I thought he was going to drop me many times during that race.”
Jessica Trengove, 23, from South Australia, was the first woman across the line in a time of 47 minutes and 29 seconds.
Emily Brichacek was the second female to finish the 14km event.
Claire Geraghty was the third.
Race favourite Cassie Fien shook her head with disappointment as she came in behind them in just over 50 minutes.
Paralympic champion Kurt Fearnley was the first wheelchair athlete to cross the finish line.
His jubilant smile belied the fact he was suffering from a cold.
“I’ve lost my voice,” he said.
“But good day, mate, good race.
“I can’t wait to come back next year and do it in the sunshine.”
It was the first time wheelchair athletes have taken part in the event.
As he held a huge trophy above his neck he joked, It’s bigger than me.”
Australia – Cruise Deals
Posted by Malcolm in Uncategorized on August 13, 2011
Cruising is the best way to explore the sun-kissed island continent of Australia. a trip to and from the east coast with a stop at the Tasmanian island will be an experience which you would cherish for long. you cannot miss the waterfront view of the Sydney Opera House standing gracefully beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It is one of the postcard views that the whole world knows Australia to be. the various cruise routes are the ones that have been set by Matthew Flinders, the great explorer who first navigated through these shores back in 1796.
The ships mainly start from Sydney harbour. the various views that visitors get to witness are of the Circular Quay, Rocks and the Opera house that has already been mentioned. for individuals looking out for some beach games in the sun, the best place would be the Bondi beach. the packages vary depending on the duration. It can range from a 1 night cruising to an exciting 75 days action packed ride.
The cruise specials depend on the routing and the time of the year you have chosen to be there. During the summer season, the northern seas are exposed to hurricane and high tides and thus the availability of a cruise is limited. obviously if you do get one you should be prepared to pay a high price. on the other hand the southern shores are cooler and winter cruises would be available in this shoulder season.
Generally, the options range from one extreme to the other. while you can book tickets for a luxury liner in advance costing you a huge purse, you may also be able to get cheaper last-minute deals. All depends on your fantasies Cruises route along the Melbourne coastline to Hobart beaches in Tasmania. Alternatively you can choose a trip that will ride you from Brisbane to Exmouth, Perth (Freemantle), Darwin and Broome.
All along the way you may be able to witness the iconic images of the towering cliffs, golden beaches and excursions through penguin and kangaroo islands. however it’s not that you get to marvel natural beauty only all the way. the ships pass through metropolitan areas like the Melbourne. It’s a destination for the fashionistas and gourmets. It has the most iconic buildings and is designed by beautiful shopping malls.
Tasmania is a place that comes in picture time after time when cruise sightseeing is the topic. It’s a triangular island with a variety in natural habitat, both flora and fauna. Cruise along and stop to do some kayaking, trekking and helicopter tour in between.
The cruises that head north along the graceful east coast start at Brisbane, a lively city. the Kuala is the most loved animal over here. the animal can be located in the Lone Pine Kuala Sanctuary, sleeping most of the time on tree tops. further travel to the north will take you to the famed great Barrier Reef, the heaven of natural coral formation near the Darwin islands.
Sydney Tours And Attractions Primer
Posted by Malcolm in Uncategorized on May 2, 2011
Sydney being the NSW capital and the biggest Australian city, it’s no big surprise that Sydney tours are always choc-a-bloc full of visitors from around the world. But Sydney’s appeal goes a lot deeper than just size. For starters, it is where the English settlers built their first settlement. Plus, Sydney has an eye-popping range of famed attractions that make the city more appealing than most destinations.
This splendid list includes the Rocks area, Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Sydney Tower. For families, Sydney has unique attractions like the Royal Botanical Gardens, Hyde Park and Luna Park. Bondi Beach is but the most famous of over 40 beaches in and around Sydney. with 4.5m urban and sophisticated people, Sydney also is home to many museums, art galleries and many other urban things to do.
As far as Sydney tours are concerned, it has to be a well-planned affair, since there’s so much to see and do. most tour companies have a range of available tours, from day trips to sightseeing and cruise and helicopter tours. there is also the option of an all-access pass for a whole bunch of attractions.
Sydney Bridgeclimb: as mentioned above, there are all kinds of activities and famous attractions for tourists in Sydney. But none comes anywhere close to being as popular as Sydney BridgeClimb. it is an essential component of a trip to Sydney, and the experience would be incomplete without BridgeClimb.
Visitors get to choose from guided options including Express, Discovery and Bridge Climb. Express, as the name suggests, is the fast route. with Discovery, visitors get to explore the bridge in all its glory. Bridge Climb has people clambering up 134 metres above the bridge, and the view is magnificent. Note that Bridge Climb does not involve anything difficult, and it is open to people of all ages.
Day Trips & Themed tours: For those interested in exploring Sydney and its surroundings at leisure, popular day trips include visits to Post Stephens, Hunter Valley wine country and the Blue Mountains. Wildlife and nature enthusiasts might enjoy an excursion to Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park or the Royal National Park. For those with specific interests, there are guided Sydney tours which involve activities like biking, walking, shopping and dining.
Cruises & Air Tours: Watching the Harbour from land is nice enough, but the view form the other side is just as good. Sydney Harbour cruises offer sweeping City skyline views, not to mention Fort Denison, the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Flying tours over Sydney in a hot-air balloon or helicopter are also popular, since they offer a full bird’s eye view of Sydney and the famed landmarks.
Sydney Attractions Pass: For those who want to make Sydney tours an easy and well planned experience, there are two ways to go about it. first, book a bus tour which takes visitors to all the aforementioned attractions, including Chinatown and King’s Cross. second, get a Sydney attractions pass that allows access to over 40 attractions, and plan out an itinerary to visit as many of the attractions as possible.
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Photo Friday: Sydney, Australia
Posted by Malcolm in Uncategorized on April 11, 2011
I waited to vacation in Sydney until I was 27 years old for a reason: I knew that once I stepped foot in the city, I’d never want to leave. upon touching down there last summer, my suspicions were quickly confirmed.
My flight to Sydney arrived at 7am, and as tired as I was after 12 hours overnight in a plane, I checked into my hotel room and got moving: I only had two full days in this glorious city and didn’t want to waste a moment.
I had been to Australia once before, about a year and a half prior for the launch of the best Job in the World campaign in Queensland, but this was my first brush with New South Wales. And oh what a beauty she is.
Sydney has a reputation as a bustling beach town, but that’s not all it has going for it. In fact, due to the inclement weather, I never so much as saw a stretch of sand. (Bondi Beach and Manly Island, I’ll be back for you, my friends.) that was fine—we have enough beaches in California after all. it just gave me more of an excuse to explore Sydney’s other offerings.
I was staying in the trendy neighborhood, the Rocks, so much of my time was spent wandering the waterfront area of Circular Quay.
I don’t know of any tourists who go to Sydney and don’t come back with hundreds of photos of Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. I wouldn’t appear to be any different.
I can’t help it: I’m a sucker for geometry, a subject in which the Opera House scored an A+.
While I stepped foot inside the impressive edifice briefly, one thing on the to do list for my next trip to Sydney will be actually observing a concert.
I know I wasn’t there long enough to form a lasting relationship, but if I were to have a formal list of Cities I have loved, Sydney would hover around the top regardless.
In my mind, Sydney is the total package: amazing cuisine, bustling waterfront areas, beach scene, architectural marvels. who wouldn’t want to live in Australia’s most vibrant city?
I even did a little house-hunting while there. Because what I’m really missing in my life is a wrought-iron balcony. Add that to the equation, and I’ll be a happy girl.
*All photos taken with a Canon T1i and Canon 17-85mm lens and Sigma 10-20mm lens housed in a LowePro SlingShot.
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What are the must sees, dos and eats in Sydney, Australia?
Posted by Malcolm in Uncategorized on February 25, 2011
I am planning on exploring Sydney for a few days as part of my 2 week trip to Australia in early April.
avoid king's cross at night
opera house, the tour in the opera house, sydney harbour bridge, sydney observatory (night pass it's worth it), fish market, somewhere by the bay, it's near the casino, bondi beach, kangeroos, blue mountains
The aquarium in Darling Harbour is great and so is the zoo, to give you a quick look at Australian Animals.
Climb the Harbour Bridge – is so worthwhile, especially if you can do a twilight one. we went up in the light, a huge red moon came out and we wandered down in the moonlight, magic views.
If you like walking there are some wonderful walks in the National Parks.
Catch the Ferry from Cronulla to Bundeena – walk in the Royal National Park.
www.Sydney.com/Outdoors
Have a wonderful time
It depends on your budget and your interests, there are a great range of cheap or free activities available in Sydney and lots of options for both nature lovers and city slickers.
April is a cooler time of the year in Sydney which makes walking and/or taking public transport much more pleasant than during the heat of summer.
Here are some relative inexpensive options:
Ferry ride to Manly
Best to do on a week day rather than a weekend (loads more people on weekends). And best to try and avoid the hours when there's hoards of commuters coming on and off eg: 9am and 5.30 pm. Manly Beach has loads of good restaurants and cafes plus the ferry ride over is a great way to see the harbour in all its glory!
The Manly to Spit bush walk is an ideal way to get a dose of nature not far from the city. The walk is on your left hand side as soon as you get off the ferry, it's quite a distance, around 10 kilometres return, but is very seldom crowded, quite flat and very scenic, including awesome sweeping views of the harbour at the end.
This link below has all the info you need on the walk:
http://members.ozemail.com.au/~russo/oce…
Walk across Sydney Harbour Bridge
If you head down to the Rocks and walk towards the base of the bridge you will find a pedestrian access point. you only need to walk halfway across to check out the view of the harbour and Opera House.
http://goaustralia.about.com/od/sydneyau…
Sydney Aquarium, Darling Harbour
A good option for a not-so-sunny day or even in the evening, heaps of awesome fish, rays, jellyfish and even crocodiles!
Sydney Opera House and Botanical Gardens
These two are lovely anytime of the day or night. you can spend hours walking around the gardens as they're really quite huge and you actually incorporate a lap of the Opera House in your walk as the gardens is situated right near the harbour itself.
In my opinion you don't need to see a show at the Opera House in order to appreciate its beauty, the area near the Opera House, Circular Quay is quite beautiful at night and always buzzing, be aware that the dining options are quite expensive in this area however!
Coogee Beach to Bondi Beach Coastal walk
This is a beautiful walk that follows the coastline the whole way. Can start from either beach. like the Manly walk definitely best avoided on weekends (it's like peak hour traffic but with pedestrians!) Lots of little cafes, surf clubs etc en route. a great way to experience Australian beach culture.
The Rocks
A beautiful, historic area of Sydney’s CBD which has market days every Saturday and Sunday with an eclectic range of art, clothing, jewellery etc (the perfect place to find a unique souvenir to take home!)
http://www.therocks.com/sydney-Shopping-…
On the subject of markets/shopping the Paddington Markets are on every Saturday and have a great range of less touristy, more ‘designer’ style fashion, art, jewellery etc. The surrounding suburb of Paddington also has loads of trendy clothing and book stores plus a great range of cafes for the all important coffee break.
http://www.paddingtonmarkets.com.au/
For must-do eats I would recommend trying Yum Cha on a Sunday morning, this is Sydney breakfast institution and a great social way to enjoy authentic Chinese food, there's a huge range of Yum Cha restaurants available, mostly in the Haymarket area which is Sydney's 'Chinatown'. Here is a link with some info:
http://www.aussietrueblue.com/yum-cha-re…
For some indulgence and to enjoy a spectactular view of Sydney Harbour you could visit Blu Bar on 36 which is gorgeous cocktail bar on the top floor of the Shangri-La hotel in the CBD. The drinks are incredibly expensive but worth it for the atmosphere and of course the stunning vistas.
http://www.shangri-la.com/en/property/sy…
Surry Hills would be my recommendation for a good area to dine in, it's a short distance from the CBD and offers a great range of cafes, pubs and restaurants with prices and styles to suit everyone -there's Italian, Vietnamese, Modern Australian, Japanese, Spanish, and Indian restaurants, all within metres of each other. From Crown Street in the city through to Cleveland Street is where you need to head.
http://yourrestaurants.com.au/cuisine_su…
You will be able to use public transport of walk from the CBD for most of these options
Below is the link to Sydney's public transport website to help you plan your trip, you can also call their helpline when you arrive in Sydney and ask for advice directly from an operator:
http://www.131500.com.au/
Have a great trip!
What exciting things are there to do in Sydney during the day for a younger person?
Posted by Malcolm in Uncategorized on February 20, 2011
We do not want to go on a cruise or to the zoo and are on a budget.
If you flush a toilet, it goes in the opposite direction that toilets in the Northern Hemisphere go. also, it is fall there, so you can check out the leaves changing color.
You could try putt putt golf or tenpin bowling or go to the Easter Show. If you are a student there is a lower price. Just take lunch from home so you don't spend so much.
Most of the museums are cheap and fun, esp the powerhouse museum. That was always lots of fun as kids. You will find that just walking along circular quay there are quite a lot of fun things to watch as there are street performers. Because the holidays are approaching there will be free things on in the city.
go to www.sydney.com.au
How young are we talking.. like children or teenagers??
Its great to spend the day at bondi beach too and is accessiable by public transport.
Hope this helps in someway!
Try Luna Park. Not so cheap but you pay per ride so you could just check the place out and go on one or two rides.
What exciting things are there to do in Sydney during the day for a younger person?
What are five good interesting places to visit in sydney australia?
Posted by Malcolm in Uncategorized on February 18, 2011
what are five good interesting places to visit in sydney australia?
The Rocks
The harbour and the harbour bridge
Bondi beach
The Powerhouse museum and the Museum of Cotemporary Art
The Blue Mountains (day trip)
Leichardt (little Italy)
Chinatown
Darling Harbour
ferry to Manly beach
Sorry, that's more than 5.
There are lot of things to do in sydney . I can tell you a few about them .
– opera house tour
-sydney harbour bridge climb
-lunch and dinner cruise in sydney harbour
-blue mountain tour
-Luna park and sydney aquarium
-Beaches includes Bondi, Balmoral, Coogee, etc
Rather than mention 5 places, you probably want to head to 5 locations.
1. Go to the NSW Art Gallery, walk through the domain, the botanical gardens are down to the Sydney opera house, keep going through circular quay, past the buskers and onto the rocks (if you have time head on to darling harbour).
2. Bondi beach, then if you want explore the area further walk south past beaches, along cliff tops to Coogee beach (and further if you are keen).
3. take the ferry from Circular Quay to Manly beach
4. Walk through one of the eating streets, like Newtown or Darlinghurst area (Glebe point road used to be good, but has dropped off). There are numerous restaurants and places to shop.
5. China town, but if you want to eat Chinese food ignore the main China town street and look in the surrounding areas for real Chinese food.
There is a lot to see in Sydney, and lot depends on the whether and your taste.
You should definetely do a bush walk. Blue mountains area is brilliant but a hard walk, but there are plenty of other walks around.
Places like Olympic stadium (looks boring after Beijing's Bird nest) or Centenial park. Historic buildings like the QVB (Queen victoria building) and shopping at Paddies market.
If you want to go to non-tourist beaches you head to the northern beaches, such as Palm beach.
Hi there,
There are plenty of places to go to as mentioned by the rest. However, I would recommend you to experience all these:
a. Explore the historic rocks
b. take scenic cruise passing the Opera House or from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour, past waterfront mansions, national parks and Shark, Clark, Rodd and Goat islands
c.View the city harbour from the highest obeservation deck at the Sydney Tower and Oz Trek and Sydney Skywalk
d. For nature lover explore the Sydney Wildlife World and Sydney Aquarium
e.Hit the beaches.Walk from Bondi to Coogee.
f.Shop & eat at Paddington
There's so many places to visit. I would suggest for you to take the tour packages which will cover all the main attractions. Public transportation are so convenient. For more info you can visit these websites http://www.sydney.com/Sydney_attractions… http://www.australia.com/destinations/ci… and http://www.holidaycityflash.com/australi…
Good luck!
I'd recommend you get out of sydney and see the rest of australia. Yes, Bondi beach, the Opera House and Darling Harbour are great but spend the extra money and travel to places like the great barrier reef. It's absolutley beautiful. If your in Sydney travel a couple of hours down the coast and see the great cities and towns along the way. There are millions of places to stay where you get a real aussie experience.
1. The Harbour – Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House.
2. The Rocks – the historical quarters (many good old pubs and other historical buildings).
3. The CBD (great shopping, Sydney Tower, good museums, plenty of bars and restaurants).
4. Eastern suburbs, Woolloomooloo, Kings Cross, Darlinghurst, Surrey Hills etc.. suburbs with character.
5. Beaches: Bondi and Manly at least but there are many more.
1. Taronga Park Zoo
2. Manly – beach and shopping precinct.
3. The rocks
4. Powerhouse Museum
5. Sydney Opera House (take a tour or attend a concert).
manly
the zoo
darling harbour
windsor (far western suburbs)
What are five good interesting places to visit in sydney australia?
Sydneysiders warned of hot Australia Day
Posted by Malcolm in Uncategorized on January 25, 2011
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People heading out to celebrate the festivities in Sydney on Australia Day are being warned to take care with temperatures expected to reach above 40 degrees celsius.
St John Ambulance on Tuesday issued a warning to people to be careful in Wednesday’s hot conditions.
“On very hot days, more serious injuries such as heat exhaustion can occur if people don’t take proper precautions,” Dr Jason Bendall, state professional officer for the NSW organisation, said.
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“We are encouraging everyone to take heed of a few simple first aid tips to minimise these injuries.”
Residents in the western suburbs are expected to bear the brunt of the dry heat.
“It will be significantly hotter in the west of the city and we predict temperatures of 40 degrees in Penrith – which may even rise to 41 or 42,” a NSW Bureau of Meteorology spokeswoman said.
Around the harbour, where thousands will be watching boat races and aerial displays, and coastal beaches, temperatures should be lower with highs of 33 degrees forecast for the CBD and 30 degrees for Bondi Beach in the east.
St John Ambulance will be stationed in the main areas where people are expected to gather.
There will be 56 volunteers providing first aid around Darling Harbour, the Rocks as well as at the Ferrython event at Sydney Harbour.
Dr Bendall said there could be cases of sunburn and dehydration.
To prevent such injuries he recommends people keep fluid levels up by drinking plenty of water and minimising the amount of alcohol consumed.
Stay in the shade, wear a hat and light protective clothing, and apply sunscreen every two hours.
Things to See at Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia
Posted by Malcolm in Uncategorized on January 23, 2011
Oh, glorious day. The sun was super bright today in Sydney, so Pat & I took it upon ourselves to do the Bondi to Bronte seaside walk. Excellent choice! We were met with clear skies, beautiful waters and a cool breeze during the 2.5 km (or is it 3.5 km?) walk each way. I’ll be writing a detailed account of what this famous walk entails over on WhyGo Australia, but I wanted to take the time to talk more about what it is that you actually see from time to time over at Bondi Beach.
Surfers congregate at Bondi to catch some waves, but it almost seems as though a lot of them are just there to hang out in the water on their boards.
I think it’s funny the perception of what’s acceptable in normal life, and what goes at the beach. Women lay out with their tops off and walk around in close to nothing and it’s normal. do the same around town and you wouldn’t be so classy.
A popular television show here is called Bondi Rescue and it follows the Bondi lifeguards doing their jobs. This show of course is marketed to showing viewers what NOT to do while at the beach, so don’t do anything that will get on it. since these guys are the real deal, you can possibly come across a filming of the series.
Another popular show here is Bondi Vet, a series about a hunky male veterinarian in the Bondi suburb. oh yes, he cares for animals, and he loves to surf. You just might see him down at the beach one day.
Uhm, yes… I haven’t. I don’t want to. but, it’s possible.
There’s a lot going on over at Bondi. They’ve built it up to a point where it even has a little skate park for all of your skating needs.
I’m not sure how good the fishing is over at Bondi, but you catch sight of a number of guys hanging out on the rocks with poles. my boyfriend looked on green with envy the entire walk.
Hey, you might even get lucky and score views of people having sex in public. I happened upon this near the beginning of the walk. There was a hill that had some benches on top that Pat and I went to in order to catch a great view. I turned, saw, turned around and told Pat that I think those people in the trees where having sex. he turned, saw, turned back, confirmed, and then we walked back down the hill laughing.
What an eventful day.