The Sydney Traveler

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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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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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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Here in the travel channel we’re celebrating Tavern Day.
I talked about the European-inspired bars in Sydney, but why stop there?
This round up of boozy posts will direct you to the best watering holes around the world.

Jul at Europe String tells us about Starkbierfest, Munich’s massive beer festival. I’ll bet there are some nasty hangovers after this celebration!
Jon at The DC Traveler gives us a guide to the bars we shouldn’t miss when visiting his city.
Heather takes us to one of the Big Apple’s most famous bars, McSorley’s Old Ale House, at The New York Traveler.
For a little more Irish charm, …read more

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For the history buffs, The Rocks is the site of Australia’s first European settlement. Today though, its cobbled streets and heritage buildings are a great place to explore. Many of The Rocks’ colonial buildings now house art galleries, cafés, pubs, restaurants, and kitsch souvenir stores.
One of my favourite places to visit is La Renaissance Patisserie, a little bit of France in the middle of Sydney. Paris-trained Pierre Charkos and his wife Sally established the family business in 1974. Their signature cakes are a homage to the renaissance painters that inspired the patisserie’s name. Why not try a Mousse Van Gogh, …read more

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