The Sydney Traveler

108 new free and untimed motorcycle parking spots will be created in The Rocks over the next few months. This brings the total number of free motorcycle and scooter parking spots in the city to more than 800!
“Motorcyclists no longer have to pay for street parking and can choose between thousands of timed parking spots and hundreds of untimed spots. Many parking stations also offer discounted all day parking for motorbikes including the Goulburn St and Domain parking stations where it costs $5 to park securely all day,” said the City of Sydney Director of City Services, Gary Harding.
“The city …read more

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My husband and I eat out a lot, so it takes something really special to blow us away. But that’s exactly what happened when we ventured into Leichardt’s Carpaccio last night. Really, you can’t go wrong when you head to Norton Street for Italian food, but this was one of those meals which simply wowed us.
I was taken in by the promise of ravioli with duck and porcini mushrooms in a Riesling cream sauce, and this was definitely the highlight of my experience. All that tender duck and fresh pasta and creamy goodness is a heavenly combo. But the lightly …read more

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I have crossed the Sydney Harbour Bridge countless times, and seen even more photographs of this local icon. Yet I’ve never seen it like this. I’m not image savvy enough to even guess how the photographer achieved this beautiful shot, but I love it. The people crossing the bridge look like ghosts. It’s spooky and stunning all at the same time!
Image source: Tarotastic @ Flickr

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Eating out with kids has just become a lot simpler thanks to the release of a new book called, funnily enough, Eating Out with Kids!
This easy-to-use guide is divided into different geographical areas to help you find a family-friendly restaurant anywhere in New South Wales. From Sydney to the Central Coast, Wollongong to the Blue Mountains, all your favourite destinations are there.
The reviews offer details on the types of meals served, the price you can expect to pay, payment options, and other kid-friendly credentials. If you want to know where to find playgrounds, babyccinos, games consoles, and fishponds this is …read more

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The locals know the Sydney Opera House isn’t just for the grown-ups. This wonderful venue has just announced their new Kids at the House program, guaranteed to entertain little ones through 2009.
The wonderful Babies Proms is always a highlight. In 2009 the program features the world’s most loved lullabies, African rhythms, and the beauty of ballet. Then there are performances of some favourite stories like The Little Mermaid, Jason and the Argonauts, and Romeo and Juliet. Big mouths will love The Megaphone Project, while everyone is guaranteed to be shocked by Surprise.
Tickets to all shows are available from the Sydney …read more

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Iconic Sydney buildings will be bathed in colorful light displays to celebrate the Christmas season.
“The projections provide a free, spectacular slide show transforming Sydney Town Hall into a magical Christmas centrepiece for the thousands of children and families who come into the city during the festive season,” Lord Mayor Clover Moore MP said.
The nightly light projections will also be shown at Hyde Park Barracks Museum, St James Church, and The Conservatorium of Music. The displays will feature Sydney’s new Christmas mascot, the ringtail possum, vibrant baubles, Australian fauna, and last year’s mascot, the sulphur-crested cockatoo.
There will be 10 projections shown …read more

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It’s been a long wait, but Sydney’s only Korean Bathhouse is back in business. Now knows as Body Inc Bathhouse and Spa, this inner-city sanctuary is the perfect place for a chill-out session.
Your first stop is the Zen Room, a lounge area designed to get you in the mood. Once you’re suitably relaxed you’ll head off to the men’s or women’s changerooms for your Korean Bathhouse experience, or visit one of the salon rooms for your massage, beauty, or hair treatment.
Nudity is mandatory, but there’s no opposite sex mingling in the baths so there’s no need to be shy. More …read more

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Centennial Park comes alive with eco-friendly vibes this Saturday with the inaugural Earth Festival.
This exciting event has something for everybody, with a giant Orb 360 degree cinema, the biggest drum circle in the Southern Hemisphere, a dazzling lattern parade, chilled out Chai tent grooves, thrilling trapeze classes, and Australia’s biggest group mediation!
Some of Australia’s best musicians including Abby Dobson, The Kahn Brothers, Kerrianne Cox, Steve Kilbey, and Declan Kelly will be on hand to entertain the crowds. There’ll also be buskers in the Barefoot Bar, West African dancers, and Jimme drummers.
“Earth Festival 2008 brings people together in appreciation and …read more

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If you haven’t climbed the Harbour Bridge or visited the Royal Easter Show, you’re missing out on some of the best attractions Sydney has to offer. They were recently named joint winners of The Sunday Telegraph People’s Choice award at the NSW Tourism Awards.
BridgeClimb chief Todd Coates told The Sunday Telegraph the award had extra significance for his company who is currently celebrating its 10th anniversary. BridgeClimb also won the gold award for the state’s leading attraction for the third year running, cementing its place in the Tourism Hall of Fame
The Royal Easter Show was also a dual winner, taking …read more

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Film buffs, or those with a short attention span, should head to Bondi Beach this Saturday. Bondi Pavilion will become an outdoor cinema, screening 15 fantastic local short films.
This year the Bondi Short Film Festival attracted more than 190 films, making it the biggest year yet. I’m glad I didn’t have the tough job of whittling it down to the final 15!
“This year we have been overwhelmed with the quality and quantity of entries. The 15 finalists present a stunning blend of cinematic drama, cutting edge animation, esoteric comedy and moving documentaries,” said the festival’s director Francis Coady.
Now in its …read more

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