The Sydney Traveler

A pair of dugongs has arrived at Sydney Aquarium! There are only five of these amazing creatures on display around the world, so it’s amazing that we now have the opportunity to see two up close!
The aquarium’s dugongs are Pig and Waru. Ten-year-old Pig was found in North Queensland after he was separated from his mother. Four-year-old Waru was also orphaned, and found near Rockhampton. They were raised from calves at Sea World, and have now found a new home in Sydney. They are the only captive dugongs in Australia.
The dugongs will live in the Aquarium’s new Mermaid Lagoon, so …read more

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Sydney Wildlife World will be about more than just animals when it opens its Australia’s Dreamtime exhibit this Sunday.
The new attraction promises to be an interactive and authentic experience capturing the culture and traditions of Australia’s indigenous heritage.
Kids will love having their face painted with traditional dreamtime designs. The paint will be made from ground ochre mixed with water for that authentic touch.
There’s also a rock gallery art wall, embellished with paintings and etchings like those made by the native Aboriginals. They used to create these artworks to illustrate their traditional stories, document their daily lives, and encourage successful hunting. …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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Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for that special someone who has everything? What about an annual pass to the Sydney Wildlife World and Sydney Aquarium?
Just $75 for adults and $45 for kids buys 12 months unlimited entry to both amazing wildlife sanctuaries. They’re conveniently located side by side at Darling Harbour, so you can make a day of it and see them both at once! The two attractions house the world’s largest collection of Australian animals!
This offer is only valid until December 1, so get in quick!
Image source: Sydney Aquarium media image gallery

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Fort Denison is one of Sydney’s most significant historical sites. Located in the centre of Sydney Harbour, this heritage area offers much for visitors of all ages.
When the first settlers arrived in Sydney in 1788, Fort Denison was a popular fishing spot known to the Aboriginal people as Mat-te-wan-ye. The First Fleet renamed it Pinchgut, and began to use the rocky island as a place to confine convicts who had committed secondary crimes. Here they lived in leg irons on strict rations of bread and water.
In 1839 American warships entered the harbour and circled Pinchgut. This threatened attack led the …read more

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Are you looking for a place to stay in Sydney? Somewhere to enjoy an indulgent meal? Something fun to do with the kids? Remarkably Q Station in Manly can offer it all. Put simply, it’s a one-stop entertainment destination.
Q Station doesn’t just want to teach visitors about history, it wants them to experience it. Through their theatre production, Defiance, guests will learn more about life in quarantine than they will in any history book. Seated inside the buildings where these events actually took place, Defiance delivers and engaging and thought-provoking theatrical experience.
A range of tours step out of the everyday, …read more

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Few Sydney artists made the impression on the art world that Brett Whiteley did. More than 15 years after his death his works still resonate with life. This is certainly the case for those housed in The Brett Whiteley Studio in Surry Hills.
The artist bought the former warehouse in 1985, and converted it into an impressive studio and exhibition space. In 1988 he moved in, and he lived there until he died in 1992.
Today it remains just as Brett left it, with unfinished paintings, art equipment, and graffiti covered walls boasting rich imagery and quotes. The living area is home …read more

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There is a perception that you need to spend money to enjoy a day in Sydney. The reality is that it’s simply not true. If you know where you go, you can have a fun day out in the harbour city, and it won’t cost you a cent. With school holidays just around the corner, you’ll want to remember these ideas!

Walk across the Harbour Bridge. Soak up the glorious views and sunshine with a leisurely walk across Sydney’s iconic bridge. If you’re feeling extra energetic you can enjoy a stroll around Lavender Bay and through Luna Park.
Explore the Royal Botanic …read more

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Bondi Beach is one of Sydney’s most celebrated spots. Embodying the Australian drawcards of sun, surf, and sand, it’s a favourite of tourists and locals alike. But what is it about Bondi that keeps folks coming back all year round? As it turns out, there’s plenty.
Think location, location, location. It’s just a 20 minute drive from the CBD, making Bondi the closest ocean beach to the city centre.
Bondi’s blue waves meet one kilometer of soft white sand. You can get out and frolic in the ocean, or enjoy a couple of laps in the calm of the Bondi Icebergs pool. …read more

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Darling Harbour’s newest attraction will be officially unveiled on Sunday. A 100 meter Welcome Wall now stands next to the Australian National Maritime Museum. It was built to honor the millions of immigrants who have made Australia their home.
Make sure you get down to Darling Harbour on Sunday morning for the official unveiling. Viva will keep the crowds entertained on the day. In keeping with the multicultural theme, Viva play music influenced by the native tunes of France, Spain, Russia, Hungary, Denmark, Argentina, Cuba, and Brazil. That’s quite a mix!
As the wife of an American immigrant, I’m so thrilled Sydney …read more

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