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Discover the best things to do in Bathurst NSW (reached by car or train from Sydney). See heritage buildings, Orange wineries & quirky Sofala.
  • New South Wales / Trips From Sydney

Things to Do in Bathurst NSW: Australia’s Oldest Inland Settlement

October 02, 2020 0 Comment
Situated 200km west of Sydney and established in 1815, Bathurst is Australia’s oldest inland settlement. While the city is best known for the Bathurst 1000 car race, you’ll find plenty …
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A guide to nine beautiful Blue Mountains lookouts in Katoomba, Leura, Wentworth Falls & Blackheath, including Echo Point lookout and the Three Sisters rock formation. Make the most of your day trip from Sydney to the Blue Mountains, Australia.
  • New South Wales / Trips From Sydney

12 Beautiful Blue Mountains Lookouts & How to Find Them

August 04, 2020 0 Comment
A trip to Blue Mountains National Park should be on everyone’s Sydney bucket-list. And no trip is complete without stopping to admire some of the breathtakingly beautiful Blue Mountains lookouts. …
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Cockatoo Island Sydney: view of Sydney Harbour and the docks from the convict precinct.
  • New South Wales / Trips From Sydney

Cockatoo Island Sydney: Convicts, Camping & History

November 01, 2019 0 Comment
Situated in the vibrant blue waters of Sydney Harbour, the crumbling, abandoned buildings of UNESCO World-Heritage listed Cockatoo Island are in stark contrast to their glittering backdrop. Once a gruesome …
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Discover what to see and do in Kurnell, Sydney. See Captain Cook's landing place, hike in Kamay Botany Bay Park, whale watch and see the sunset from Bonna Point.
  • Beaches / New South Wales / Trips From Sydney

Kurnell Day Trip Guide: Sydney History, Hikes & Beaches

September 25, 2019 0 Comment
The first time I visited Kurnell (to hike in Kamay Botany Bay National Park) I’ll admit I thought it was an odd little place! You have to drive all the …
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Blog post on things to do at Beecroft Peninsula in Jervis Bay, NSW, Australia.
  • Melbourne to Sydney / New South Wales / Trips From Sydney

Beecroft Peninsula: Scenic Day Trip in Jervis Bay

June 20, 2019 0 Comment
If you’re planning a trip to beautiful Jervis Bay in South Coast NSW and wondering what to see in the area (apart from famous Hyams Beach!), nearby Beecroft Peninsula is …
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Discover 9 short Blue Mountains walks near Sydney Australia. All have stunning scenery, including waterfalls, lookouts, rainforest and cliffs in NSW.
  • New South Wales / Trips From Sydney

Nine Short Blue Mountains Walks with Stunning Scenery

June 04, 2019 0 Comment
If you’re a fan of the great outdoors, the Blue Mountains National Park is the perfect location for a day trip or weekend getaway from Sydney. An ideal way to …
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Discover the top Port Stephens attractions & activities, including beaches, walks, Nelson Bay, sand dunes & things to do in this beautiful NSW holiday area.
  • New South Wales / Sydney to Brisbane / Trips From Sydney

Port Stephens Attractions: From Sunsets to Sand Dunes

March 14, 2019 0 Comment
If you’re looking for a NSW holiday with beautiful beaches, amazing scenery and plenty of things to do, Port Stephens attractions should tick all your boxes. And since it’s less …
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Discover what to do in Kiama NSW with this list of top Kiama attractions, including Cathedral Rocks, Kiama Blowhole, Bombo Quarry and amazing beaches.
  • Melbourne to Sydney / New South Wales / Trips From Sydney

Top Kiama Attractions: Blowhole, Beaches & More

February 11, 2019 0 Comment
With a backdrop of rolling green hills and a large enough town centre to keep you occupied for a weekend or longer, Kiama in South Coast NSW is the ideal …
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Discover Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay NSW. Enjoy camping, hiking and beautiful beaches like Murrays Beach and Green Patch Beach.
  • Melbourne to Sydney / New South Wales / Trips From Sydney

Booderee National Park Guide: Camping, Hiking & Beaches

January 08, 2019 0 Comment
If you’re planning a visit to Jervis Bay in South Coast NSW, beautiful Booderee National Park, just a 15-minute drive south of Huskisson, is the perfect place for a day …
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Enjoy a Sydney day trip to car-free Dangar Island in the Hawkesbury River. Relax on Bradleys Beach, eat at Dangar Island Cafe and hike through the forest.
  • New South Wales / Trips From Sydney

Visit Dangar Island: Sydney’s Best-Kept Secret

November 12, 2018 0 Comment
With waterside houses hidden behind the trees, stunning views in all directions across the Hawkesbury River and peaceful, car-free roads where locals move their goods using wheelbarrows, it’s hard to …
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About Me
~TRAVEL OR MOVE TO AUSTRALIA~

Hi, I’m Lisa Bull, a Brit living in Sydney and founder of Australian expat blog Dreaming of Down Under. I’ve lived in Australia as a student, a backpacker and now a permanent resident, and I’ve travelled almost the entire coastline. I started Dreaming of Down Under to help you travel or move to Australia, and to share the amazing places I’ve discovered living in  Sydney. Read more about me here!

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