As a Harry Potter fan, we missed the steam train in Melbourne, so we decided to experience Sydney’s version of a steam train ride to Hogwarts! It’s just 2+ hour drive from Sydney toward the Blue Mountains. The Zig Zag Steam Train in NSW dates back to the 1870s, restored to its former glory by […]
Melbourne’s New Playground – Officer District Park
We visited this newly built playground – Officer District Park, designed to fit the terrain with super long slides and plenty of fun options for climbing the hills. The playground is massive, covering almost every play structure you can think of. There’s even a dedicated area for younger kids, making it perfect for families with […]
Hidden Art Museum in a Park
Take a stroll and discover the Heide Museum of Modern Art and Sculpture Park, tucked away in Melbourne’s northeast. This has become one of our favourite places recently. Heide Moma, once the private home of Australian impressionist artists John and Sunday Reed, Heide has evolved into a renowned art museum. Spanning 6.5 hectares, it includes […]
There is a Bluey’s world in Brisbane
As huge fans of Bluey, we booked our tickets for Bluey’s World back in June, and after a long wait, it finally arrived! It was still in soft opening. The recreation of Bluey’s house was incredibly detailed, so if you’re a fan of the show, it feels like stepping right into their world. Sitting under […]
When and where to pick cherries in Young?
As a cherry enthusiast, cherry-picking season in Australia is the highlight of the year. On the first day of November, we drove to Young, the largest cherry and strawberry town in New South Wales. As we drove through the town, almost every household had a “pick your own” sign! We set out early from Sydney […]
Best place to go strawberry picking in Mornington
This season is perfect for strawberry picking, and maybe it’s just psychological, but strawberries you pick yourself taste even sweeter! It’s also a lot of fun and perfectly suited for little ones. November is the perfect season in Melbourne for picking cherries and strawberries! Early in the morning, we drove over an hour from Melbourne […]
Best places to see jacaranda in Sydney
With the temperature rising, it’s that time of year again when Jacarandas are in full bloom. The streets of Sydney are covered in purple blossoms, turning the city into a sea of Jacarandas. Here are top Jacaranda viewing spots in and around Sydney. Best places to see jacaranda in Sydney Lavender Bay A small wharf […]
Coastal walk from Little Bay to La Perouse
Despite having been in Sydney for so many years, this was our first time walking this trail. Maybe it was because it was a Wednesday, but we were alone on the trail for about 90% of the time. The entire walk is just under 10km, and it took us about two hours with breaks to […]
Finding the Mysterious Cave on the Cliffside – Sydney Skylight Cave
This time, while whale watching at Cape Solander, we explored a naturally formed cave nearby. It’s quite mysterious and popular on Instagram and TikTok. Here’s a guide to exploring the cave. The cave is located in the southern part of Sydney at Cape Solander, about an hour’s drive from the CBD. Once inside (ticket price […]
Best Spots to See Wisteria in Sydney
The weather has been heating up lately, and it’s the season of blooming flowers. Last week, we checked out the daisies, and this week, we rushed to see the wisteria! Muston Park in Sydney is absolutely stunning right now. Every year around this time, the wisteria tunnel bursts into bloom, looking straight out of a […]