The Sydney Traveler

With the mercury rising, the beach is the best place to be in Sydney over summer.  A day out enjoying the sun, surf, and sand is great fun, but there are also a few things tourists should be aware of. Here are my top tips to enjoying the local beaches.

Always swim at a patrolled beach. If you run into any trouble in the water, you’ll want lifeguards close by.
All patrolled beaches have a designated swimming area marked with red and yellow flags. Always swim between these flags to stay safe and avoid rips and other hazards.
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Sydneysiders looking to make the most of their city over the summer should consider picking up a copy of The Daily Telegraph this Saturday, 13 December.
The newspaper will come complete with a ‘We ♥ Sydney’ card. This allows you to take a guest for free to more than 100 of Sydney’s finest restaurants, hotels, attractions, and events until the end of February. There are also discounts for areas surrounding Sydney, so locals looking get away from the hustle and bustle could save on a short getaway!
Check this page from Saturday to see all the savings on offer!
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Tourism New South Wales has teamed up with MySpace to create MySpace MySydney, a website promising to be the ultimate resource for young Americans looking to spend time in Australia’s most vibrant city.
With the popularity of the Baz Lurhmann’s Australia and the economic crisis making US dollars go even further Down Under, everyone wants to know how to have an Aussie getaway. A landmark partnership between the Australian and US government makes it so easy.
Americans aged 18 to 30 can now enter Australia on a brand new Work and Holiday agreement, and stay, work, and study for up to a …read more

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You’ve all heard me bitch and moan about Sydney accommodation that feels like it’s a little bit less than the star rating had me believe. So I’m quite excited to find a new website which looks to put a stop to that sort of thing. It’s called tripr.tv, and while it’s still in the growth stage it has the potential to make things a lot easier for travellers, no matter where they’re visiting.
First up you choose a country, then state, and finally the city you intend to visit. Key in Sydney and you’ll find information on some of the biggest …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.
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Before you set off for your journey, it might be an idea to pick up The Journey? What? Let me explain. The Journey is a clever little wheelie bag designed to make your travelling experiences easier.
Why spend time waiting around the baggage carousel when you can fit everything you need for a weekend away in The Journey? This spacious bag has a special padded laptop bag, and enough space inside for some toiletries and some outfits.  And what more do you really need? There’s even an elastic strap to help you compress your clothes so you can cram more in.
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Is it just me, or does no one pay the rack room rate for a hotel stay anymore? With all those discount sites around, I admit it’s been a really long time since I’ve paid full price.
I’ve found another couple of discount websites that may just give the big boys at Wotif and Last Minute a run for their money. Firstly there’s Rates to Go, a great site that offers significant discounts at luxury digs like the Mercure, Radisson, and Star City. Often the accommodation comes complete with enticing extras like room upgrades, breakfast, and bubbly on arrival.
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Anyone who’s ever flown in to Sydney from the other side of the world knows the jet lag is killer. Now you can do something to fight the symptoms, and it couldn’t be simpler.
Just visit www.flyjetlagfree.com.au and pick up one of their amazing Q-Link pendants. It sounds kind of far fetched to think a necklace can beat jet lag, but so many people swear by them that it must be true! Stars like horse trainer Bart Cummings, rugby league legend Mario Fenech, and tennis ace Pat Cash wouldn’t travel without them!
So how does it work? Well apparently the small pendant …read more

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Credit cards are a must when travelling, but it’s so easy to rack up debt! And a holiday barely seems worth it when you need to spend the next few months paying it off!
Direct Flights International and bopo make things easy with their pre-paid Visa cards. Simply load the card with cash, then use it online, at the shops, and at ATMS worldwide.
Since it’s not a credit card, they’re also great for younger travellers. Adults will love them too as there’s no need to worry about account fees or interest charges.
It’s also easy to keep track of your purchases, with …read more

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Lowepro’s new Spectrum camera pouches are a must for tourists.
These clever cases feature a padded main compartment to protect your camera from getting knocked around, and a zippered accessories compartment for easy access to your memory cards.
They’re also compact so you can easily slip them in your handbag, and water resistant so you need never worry on those grey overcast days. They’re available in a range of bright fashion colours.
Hook them onto your belt with the belt loop or sling them over your shoulder with the removable strap. These camera pouchers are perfect for travellers on the go!
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