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When tourists visit Sydney, they head to Bondi. That suits the locals just fine, because they’re all relaxing at Manly Beach. Now the weather’s warming up, I figured I’d share why more Sydneysiders visit this coastal hotspot.
The vibe is a lot more relaxed than you’ll find in urban Bondi. Perhaps it’s because Manly is a little further from the CBD, but everyone here knows how to chill out. Surfers will appreciate the big waves, while family will enjoy paddling in the sheltered coves and inlets.
When the mercury soars, those UV rays can really bite. Thankfully though Manly has enough shade …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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It’s Valentine’s Day! Here at The Sydney Traveler we’ve given you plenty of ideas of how to spend the big day, but if you’ve still forgotten to make plans don’t stress. Sure, you’ve got little chance to scoring a table at your favourite restaurant, but I know some places you can always visit.
Sydney has so many beautiful parks and they’re just perfect for a picnic dinner. All you need is a rug, a nice bottle of wine, and some tucker and you’ve got instant romance. Here are five of my favourite spots.

Mrs Macquarie’s Chair
Mrs Macquarie’s Road, The Domain
This place is all …read more

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New York has the Empire State Building, and New South Wales’ capital has the Sydney Tower. Yesterday I told you about the tower’s restaurant, but that’s not the only way to enjoy Sydney Tower’s great views.
If you’re short on cash, or time, you can still take in this amazing 360-view from the Sydney Tower’s Observation Deck.
Since it opened in 1981, Sydney Tower has offered locals and tourists the best views of the city and beyond. It may hundreds of metres above the city, but don’t worry. The tower is considered one of the safest buildings in the world, designed to …read more

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