We drove to Manly early in the morning, if you want to go just typed “manly wormhole” into Google, and it took us straight to the parking spot! The wormhole is at Queencliff Beach (which is basically Manly and you’ll see the rock pool there). The parking area is in a residential neighborhood, so you […]
Things to do in Nelson Bay Port Stephens
Where to go for school holidays? Of course it’s Nelson Bay. 200 kilometres from Sydney, two and a half hours by car, very suitable for short parent-child trips! Woke up in the morning, we had breakfast and can depart from Sydney. Generally, hotels check in at 2 pm. So when you arrive at Nelson Bay […]
Sydney Bubble Planet Experience
During the long weekend, we took the kids to the popular Bubble Planet Exhibition. It’s an immersive, multi-sensory exhibition featuring not just bubbles, but also lights, ball pits, balloons, and the little ones’ favourite yellow ducks. It truly lives up to its name as a bubble-filled planet. Each room is designed with a different theme, […]
Sydney Ferris Wheel High Tea Experience at Loftus Lane Café
We finally checked off a long-time wish-list spot during the holidays, the Loftus Lane Cafe Cocktail Bar, near the Opera House. The café is small but cozy, with floral decor everywhere. Macaron-pink walls, green plants, and flower petals on the tables! Everything was perfectly prepped for our reserved time, food, flowers, and a special Easter-themed […]
Where to find these colourful houses in Sydney Balmain
When we take a ferry from Circular Quay for a day out, we often see the Nordic-style rainbow houses in the photo. After doing some research, we decided to visit for a day trip! These charming little waterfront houses are near the Birkenhead Point DFO, so if you’re shopping there, it’s worth taking some time […]
A Cabin Getaway to See the Milky Way in Sydney
This cabin, called Mowgli, is located in Bulliac, over 280 kilometres from Sydney, with a drive of less than 4 hours from the city. There’s a small town about 10 kilometres away from the cabin, which has a Woolworths that can serve as a supply stop. What we think about Into the Wild Escape Cabin […]
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 […]
Helensburgh Glowworm Tunnel – Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
It takes about an hour on the South Coast Line from the city. Get off at Helensburgh Station, and after a few minutes’ walk, you’ll reach your destination, the Helensburgh Glowworm Tunnel . Note that the Helensburgh Tunnel shown on the map is another tunnel to the right. If you take the wrong path, don’t […]
Pecan Picking Around Sydney
We finally learned what pecans look like before they ripen. The process of picking them felt like a treasure hunt. You use a stick to sift through the fallen leaves on the ground, and finding the nuts buried beneath is like discovering little gems. It turns out that picking even just one kilogram isn’t as […]
Cat Alley in Surry Hills – McElhone Place
Last time strolling around Moore Park West, we stumbled upon McElhone Place, also known as the Cat Alley! We saw a few cats the day we went! At the entrance of the alley, there’s a sign saying “Cat Crossing” which is just heartwarming! If you’re lucky, you might actually see lazy cats basking in the […]