The Sydney Traveler

I must admit, before I discovered the Red Bull BC One competition was coming to town I had idea what b-boying was. Yet this exciting art has been around since the seventies!
So what is it? B-Boying is a unique performance art which combines gravity-defying freezes and intricate moves. The world’s top b-boyers bring skills in dancing, gymnastics, and martial arts to this amazing sport.
To spread the word about the Red Bull BC One competition, seven of the world’s top b-boyers are visiting Australia for an exhibition tour. They touch down in Sydney tonight for two very special shows. You’ve probably …read more

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I always thought sipping cocktails with the girls on a Friday night was pretty indulgent. But at Zeta Bar, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. This popular Sydney watering hole will transport you to a New York bar, a Hawaiian beach, a bustling Havana street, or a Carribbean hotspot with their cocktail experiences.
Guests are blindfolded, fitting with headphones, and sprayed with scented mists while they enjoy their favourite drink. The sensory journeys have been compared to spa treatments, although I can’t remember enjoying alcohol in any day spa!
“We are trying to sell it as an experience,” said Zeta’s consultant …read more

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The Kings Cross Hotel is a Sydney institution. We’ve all gone there at some point. You’ve probably already made up your mind whether it’s your kind of pub or not. But now this well worn watering hole has had a facelift, it’s worth another look.
The owners have spent six years and millions of dollars restoring the popular pub. The décor is charming with a distinctly American feel. The original gothic columns have been lovingly retouched to their former glory, and the addition of plenty of gold leafing feels rich and inviting.
For the first time in history, all levels are open …read more

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I have two big weaknesses: wine and cheese. So I was thrilled to find Sydney has a wonderful little spot designed to satisfy my two great loves. That hallowed place is the GPO Cheese and Wine Room.
Known as the “Temple of Cheese,” it’s recently been given a stylish new facelift. Intimate lighting sets a romantic mood, while the black marble floor and minimalist décor add an air of sophistication.
Unlike most nightspots, you don’t have to yell and scream over thumping music. The soft jazz sounds are the ideal backdrop for conversations with friends or that special someone.
But of course, the …read more

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Ivy is the ambitious brainchild of Sydney nightclub mogul Justin Hemmes. His leisure pleasure palace promises to be a one-stop entertainment destination, and the first stage is open right now. Currently guests can dine and drink at one of the venue’s two restaurants and four bars.
Diners can choose from the American style grill Mad Cow. The menu was designed by super chef Peter Doyle so it should be something special. More adventurous tastes may way to check out Teppanyaki, which offers a modern twist on the Japanese classics.
Cocktail lovers will want to …read more

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Old school glamour is back at Kings Cross’s newest nightspot, The Piano Room. If you’re sick of screaming to be heard over pumping dance beats, this is the place for you.
This area’s more famous for strip joints than sophistication, but The Piano Bar breaks the mould. Here you can enjoy chic cocktails, delicious canapes, laid back tunes, and the kind of up market atmosphere rarely seen around these parts.
The Piano Room is already shaping up to be a great place to catch live music, with former Bardot pipette Belinda Chapple and Australian Idol contestant Daniel Mifsud scheduled to appear this …read more

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Think Easter’s just for kids? Think again. Sydney’s newest hotspot Ivy is hosting the OneDay Easter Party, a cooler than cool event designed to help the grownups celebrate.
We all love chocolate, but an Easter egg hunt for clothes, swimwear, and sunglasses is sure to go down a treat with fashionistas. And cocktails are the ideal way to satisfy your sweet tooth. DJs Tenzin and Timmy Trumpter, Peoples Republic, and Charlie Brown will keep you dancing til dawn.
Date: Sunday March 23
Time: 1 pm til late
Location: Ivy
Address: 320-330 George Street, Sydney
Public transport: Catch a train to Town Hall station
Parking: Park at the …read more

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Heading out for a night on the town can be a daunting prospect for tourists. A new report looks to make things easier though by telling travellers about the places they might like to avoid.
The police list names the 100 most violent pubs and clubs in the state. Sadly, Sydney pubs claim the top two spots. The Mean Fiddler Hotel at Rouse Hill had 51 assaults last year, while The Coogee Bay Hotel had 41.
If you want to stay safe you might also like to avoid Manly’s Steyne Hotel and the Campbelltown Catholic Club. They come in at number four …read more

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Late last year a revolutionary new player entered the Sydney entertainment scene. Springfield’s Restaurant and Bar brings together fine dining and exemplary alcohol in a unique environment. Visitors can enjoy upmarket a la carte meals, a few drinks, or combine the two.
“Unlike North America, much of Europe and even Melbourne, Sydney has a very lineal nightlife, we have a large choice of restaurants, a large choice of bars and pubs, but few places that merge the two successfully,” explained Springfield’s’ designer Chris Jolliffe.
“Springfield’s will be an oasis in an edgy part of town, a place that doesn’t shy away from …read more

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Start waving your flag, put on your thongs, and grab an ice-cold beer: Australia Day is coming. Here at The Sydney Traveler we’re happy for any excuse to celebrate this wonderful country we live in, and the extra day off work isn’t too bad either. It all happens on Saturday, and every day this week I’m going to take a look at some of the best ways to mark the occasion.
But you don’t need to wait until the big day to party. The Newport Arms Hotel is holding its 12th Annual Australia Day Eve Garden Party and Fireworks Extravaganza this Friday …read more

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