NEW AUSTRALIA'S OYSTER COAST WEBSITE

Many Australians love eating oysters. Australia's biggest producer of Sydney rock oysters - Australia’s Oyster Coast (AOC) - has launched a new consumer brand and website. 

AOC sources oysters from seven farms and 20 estuaries on the NSW coast. 

It works directly with farmers, as well as farming itself, builds relationships with wholesalers, retailers and chefs and supports events such as Narooma Oyster Festival.
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*Source: Destination NSW

3 DAYS OF LA DINING FOR SPORTS FANS IN LA

Photo: Tom's Watch Bar

Los Angeles is a mecca for sports fans, from icons like the LA Memorial Coliseum and Dodger Stadium to the state-of-the-art SoFi Stadium and BMO Stadium. Restaurants and bars across the city are ready to serve fans, whether it's takeout for tailgating, massive screens and drink specials, or postgame bites. And for the competitive types, there are food challenges that will test even the heartiest appetites.

Wake Up in the Valley

• Courtyard Los Angeles Sherman Oaks
• The Garland
• Hilton Woodland Hills

Day 1

From dining near world-class venues to lively bars, Downtown LA is the place to be. LeBron James owns 19 Blaze Pizza franchises (and counting) - the USC location is perfect for Trojans or LAFC game day. At Tom's Watch Bar, experience 360° of sports games, including the massive "Megatron" screen - it's 13' high and 23' wide! Discover a Dodger Stadium speakeasy designed by the legendary Tommy Lasorda. Local bars have menus for everyone from vegans to your dog. The day is bookended by two infamous food challenges: the five-pound Manuel's Special Burrito and the fiery Orochon Ramen Special #2.

Breakfast of Champions

• Nick's Café Classic diner serving hungry Angelenos since 1948.
• Philippe The Original Select French Dips and breakfast served from 6am.
• Mariscos Jalisco Tacos de camaron in Boyle Heights before the game.
• Manuel's Special Burrito - El Tepeyac Cafe Can you finish the five-pound burrito in one hour?

Bow Down to Megatron

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  Beelmans

  Tom's Watch Bar 360° experience with 155+ TVs and LA's largest screen!
• Beelman's Vegan food menu, tropical cocktails and craft beer.
• Yard House At L.A. LIVE Weekday Happy Hour and 100+ beers on tap.
• Blaze Pizza - Los Angeles USC Pick up a pie before tailgating at Exposition Park.
• Tommy's Bar - Dodger Stadium Mid-Century style speakeasy designed by Lasorda himself.
• 33 Taps - Silver Lake Big screens, brunch, vegan options, trivia and Drag Bingo.
• Ye Rustic Inn The hot wings are a must at this Los Feliz locals' favorite.
• The Morrison - Atwater Village Pub with all the games, daily Happy Hour & doggie menu.

Global Eats

• La Casita - Hotel Figueroa Poolside bites & drinks a five-minute walk from Crypto.com.
• Pijja Palace Indian sports bar with saag "pijja" and tandoori spaghetti.
• Mohawk Bend Dodger games, 72 beer taps, and Buffalo Cauliflower FTW!
• Hop Woo Family-style Chinese cuisine in historic Chinatown.
• Dirt Dog Open till midnight for post-game cravings.
• Special #2 - Orochon Ramen Finish it all in 30 minutes and get on the Wall of Bravery.
• The York OG Highland Park gastropub serving locals since 2007.

Day 2

On the Westside, there are dining options and sports bars from Inglewood to Westwood. Fuel up before big games at SoFi Stadium and Pauley Pavilion, enjoy some of LA's best BBQ with your crew, or pick up a vegan soul food feast for a healthy twist on tailgating. Celebrate a Rams or Chargers win at the award-winning Three Weavers Brewery. Along with LA sports fans, Boston expats, Florida State and Ohio State alums have neighborhood bars to call their own.

Rise and Shine

• Hilltop Coffee And Kitchen Rise and shine for your Rams or Chargers game day.
• Berkshire House Mid-City favorite opens at 9am for NFL and NCAA football.
• Mary & Robbs Westwood Cafe Serving up All-American fare to UCLA families since 1977.
• Barney's Beanery - The Original Get your sports fix on Route 66.

Noshes for Every Palate

• Coni’Seafood Dive into camarones, ceviches and tostaditos.
• Stuff I Eat Vegan soul food and Tex-Mex to-go for healthy tailgating.
• Bludso's Bar And Que Get "The Lunch Tray" and watch the games with your crew.
• Electric Owl TVs on the patio and one of LA's best burgers.

TVs Everywhere

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  Sonny McLeans Irish Pub

  Wirtshaus 7 TVs and 120" projection screen for maximum enjoyment.
• Rock & Reilly's - Sunset Strip During games, 60 oz pitchers of beer include free wings.
• KazuNori | Westwood Roll through before a UCLA game at Pauley Pavilion.
• The Nickel Mine Big screens, New York style pizza, and craft cocktails.
• Busby's West 50 TVs, bar games and pub fare with veg-friendly options.
• Sonny McLean's Irish Pub Boston sports fans love the 23 HDTVs, darts and live music.
• Brennan’s FSU and OSU watch parties, cornhole, and turtle races.
• Three Weavers Brewing Company The women-owned brewery's Beer Garden is open daily.

Day 3

Today's itinerary takes you from the San Fernando Valley to Pasadena. Pre-order the Big Mama's & Papa's Giant Sicilian Pizza and feed 50+ people at your UCLA tailgate party. Watch the games, sip a pint, and nosh on everything from Santa Maria-style BBQ to vegan fare and South African cuisine. Then there's one final food challenge for you to conquer: finish the 10-pound Big Fat Fatty at Fat Sal's in 40 minutes and it's free.

Pick Up a Pizza for 50

• Lucky Boy
• Opens at 6am for your epic breakfast burrito needs.
• Pie 'N Burger Of course you can have a cheeseburger for breakfast!
• Sage Plant Based Bistro And Brewery - Old Town Pasadena Plant-based bowls before the game at the Rose Bowl.
• Big Mama's & Papa's Pizzeria - Burbank The Giant Sicilian Pizza feeds 50+ at your tailgate party.

Pet-Friendly Pints

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  Blue Dog Beer Tavern

  The Blue Dog Beer Tavern Dog-friendly favorite of Sherman Oaks locals since 2009.
• Springbok Bar & Grill Southern Hemisphere and US games, South African menu.
• Tony's Darts Away All-California craft beers on tap and a veg-friendly menu.

Bring Your Appetite

• Boneyard Bistro Flatscreens for games, 42 taps, and Santa Maria-style BBQ.
• The Oaks Tavern Daily Happy Hour 12-7pm, 16 taps, and nightly karaoke.
• Lucky Baldwin's - Pasadena British pub that's one of America's top Belgian beer bars.
• Fat Sal's - Encino Finish the 10 lb Big Fat Fatty in 40 minutes and it's free.

* Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, 633 West 5th Street, Suite 1800, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA info@discoverlosangeles.com

Hyper Edohaku: Play your way through the Museum in this Game

The Edo-Tokyo Museum is a popular place to learn about the history and culture of Edo (present-day Tokyo). Although it has been closed for extensive renovation since April 2022, fans can still experience the museum collection through smartphone apps. The second version of the app, Meiji Ginza Edition, was released in April. Through the game, feel the atmosphere of the Meiji period (1868-1912).

A new version of Hyper Edohaku, the Edo-Tokyo Museum’s popular interactive phone app, is now available.

Take a journey back in time to Ginza during the Meiji period, when Japan experienced rapid Westernization, and discover the birth of modern Japanese culture and customs.

In 1868, the Edo period came to an end, bringing to a close more than two and a half centuries of rule by the Tokugawa shoguns. The city formerly known as Edo now became Tokyo and the curtain rose on the Meiji period: the era of Japanese modernization.

Japan began to import a wide array of ideas, technologies, values, and culture from the West, quickly developing into a modern nation-state. With this app, experience the rapidly changing city and lives of ordinary people during this time, as told through the story of one family.

Time-Travel through the Meiji Period

Follow the story of Akira and Haru across the 45 years of the Meiji period as they unfolded in the iconic Tokyo neighborhood of Ginza 4-chome.

1. ca. 1868

After over 260 years, the period of rule by the shoguns has finally come to a close and the city of Edo is reborn as Tokyo. The new era known as Meiji will usher in rapid modernization and change. At this point, the neighborhood of Ginza still retains signs from the old feudal days.

2. ca. 1877

Following the fire of 1872, Ginza is evolving into a new district more resilient to the conflagrations that have regularly devastated Tokyo across its history. Brick buildings signal the emergence of Western-style architecture in the neighborhood.

3. ca. 1887

Westernization is advancing and people are welcoming the new era that has now well and truly arrived. Ginza sits at the heart of commerce and communication in Tokyo. Akira has started working as a newspaper reporter.

4. 1907

During the final years of Meiji, Ginza has transformed into a wealthy commercial district. The streets bustle with shoppers and visitors. Akira and Haru are blessed with a daughter who they call, appropriately enough, Gin.

Find 100 Items from the Museum Collection

Ginza encapsulated how the city was then an evolving, exciting blend of the new and the old, of Japanese and Western. Hidden in the cityscape are 100 items, especially selected from the 350,000 in the museum collection! Find 60 items from the museum collection and travel back in time to four different points in modern Tokyo history.

*Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau, Tokyo Tourism Representative, Tourism Garden Pty Ltd

The Manta Ray Experience in the Maldives

The Manta Ray Experience

The InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has launched The Manta Ray Experience.

The Manta Ray Experience will offer guests the chance to participate in talks about the rays in the Maldives, their relatives around the world and how they are researched and protected. 

Guests will also get to join an excursion, seeking manta rays within the Raa Atoll. 

Should there be an unidentified manta sighted during the excursion, guests can name the manta and will receive updates on their whereabouts whenever sighted by the Manta Trust team. 

The new offer complements the resort's annual Manta Retreat, with the next retreat set to take place in March 2024. 

This comprises an ‘even deeper dive’ into the manta rays, with hands-on experiences in manta research and exploration. 

InterContinental Maldives is located at the southern end of Raa Atoll, known for its unspoiled beauty and marine life. 

The resort's lagoon is a known juvenile manta ray aggregation point, and the Manta Trust looks to learn more about these ‘gentle giants’, their movements and how to protect them, their natural habitat and migration behaviour. 

The chances of a manta encounter within the lagoon of Maamunagau island are great from December to April, while excursions to the world-famous manta feeding point in Hanifaru Bay, Baa Atoll, are offered from June to November as well. 

Located in the Raa Atoll some 35 minutes by seaplane from the Velana International Airport, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is an island ‘escape’ offering beach, lagoon and overwater villas and residences. 

There are curated dining and wellness experiences, an extensive kids club as well as the Retreat, an adult-only enclave. 

The Maldives is an Indian Ocean1archipelagic country in South comprised of 1192 islands that stretch for 871km. It is known for powdery beaches and turquoise waters. 

 www.maldives.intercontinental.com 

 smartini@grifcopr.com

DIDATRAVEL STRENGTHENS MEXICO PRESENCE WITH APPOINTMENT OF MIGUEL SÁNCHEZ DE TAGLE

• Miguel joins as Business Development Director for Mexico to further grow DidaTravel’s client base of travel distribution companies across the country.
• Now more than 50% of DidaTravel’s sales are generated outside of APAC, offering hotel partners access to high-value incremental bookings from 30,000 B2B buyers worldwide.
• With over 20 years of industry experience, Miguel joins from HotelDO and has also held senior commercial roles at Avianca Tours, Bedsonline, Groupon, Mexicana VTP, and Grupo Posadas.

Shenzhen, China: DidaTravel – a tech-driven global travel distribution company – has announced today that Miguel Sánchez de Tagle has joined as Director of Business Development for Mexico to both strengthen its position in this important source market and grow the company’s global position as a leading accommodation distribution player.

In this newly created role Miguel will report to Germán Perez, VP for Business Development in the Americas to further grow DidaTravel’s current base of over 30,000 B2B buyers – including travel agents, tour operators, OTAs, TMCs and MICE – that already provide over 50% of all sales globally from outside of the company’s traditional APAC home.

As part of this Miguel will ensure that DidaTravel’s portfolio of over 70,000 competitively sourced direct hotel contracts – as well as 1,000,000 hotel products provided by 600+ global suppliers – around the world gain access to high-value, hard-to-reach and incremental bookings from Mexico, Latin America’s most important outbound market.

Miguel has over 20 years of senior industry experience, joining from HotelDO and has also held senior commercial roles at Avianca Tours, Bedsonline, Groupon, Mexicana VTP, and Grupo Posadas. He is skilled at building highly effective commercial strategies that drive growth.

Germán Perez, VP Business Development for the Americas comments: “Miguel’s relationships with all the stakeholders across the travel community in Mexico is beyond compare and we look forward to him taking our business to the next level in one of Latin America’s most important markets.”

Miguel Sánchez de Tagle, DidaTravel’s newly appointed Business Development Director for Mexicoadds: “There has been a long-standing and positive relationship for me with both DidaTravel and many of the senior team. It is very exciting for me to join at this important moment following the recovery of Mexico’s outbound tourism market.”

This news follows the announcement late last year by DidaTravel of the launch of a B2B flight booking multi-GDS portal – including access to full-service carriers, low-cost carriers (LCCs), and new distribution capability (NDC) content – featuring 500+ airlines flying to more than 20,000 destinations around the world.

About DidaTravel

DidaTravel is a tech-driven global travel distribution company that was founded in 2012.

The company is headquartered in Shenzhen, China and has over 400 employees in eight offices globally. The company works with over 30,000 travel buying clients around the world, including travel agencies, tour operators, wholesalers, OTAs, travel management companies (TMCs), and airlines.

Additionally, the company has a portfolio of over 70,000 competitively sourced direct hotel contracts, as well as 1,000,000 accommodation products provided by 600+ global suppliers, covering more than 200 countries/regions.

Company website: https://www.didatravel.com/home
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/didatravel

* marcom@didatravel.com

Richie's Rainbow Gala; another success

Toy Buoy, our Leopard 44, was auctioned at the Richie's Rainbow Gala night to once again raise funds for this incredible charity.

Margaret Balfour, a Richie's Rainbow director & 21 time WRAY charterer shares...

" On Saturday 22nd July, Richie’s Rainbow held our annual event at Cloudlands in Brisbane. Thanks to the generous sponsors and donations received and the attendance of over 140 supporters, the event raised in excess of $30,000 to fund ongoing research into childhood cancers (particularly sarcoma) and continue to support families on this journey.

A highlight of the event was the Richie’s Rainbow directors presenting a $100,000 cheque to the University of Queensland for research.

Toy Buoy was generously donated by Whitsunday Rent a Yacht (WRAY), which was auctioned for $9,500. This is the second year WRAY has supported our charity, and we couldn’t be prouder of our association and their support. The winner (Wayne) is a first-time bareboat charterer and is super excited to be heading out to the Whitsundays with friends and family. We look forward to updates from Wayne on his first charter with WRAY (of hopefully many)!"

* WHITSUNDAY RENT A YACHT sales@rentayacht.com.au

It's Back: Bali Bestselling Kempinski Beachfront Opulence with Daily Breakfast, Daily Lunch or Dinner & Massages

The iconic Luxury Escapes bestseller is back: The Apurva Kempinski Bali stands ready to welcome you with daily breakfast, daily lunch or dinner, massages and more. 

This ultra-opulent haven by the renowned Kempinski brand boasts exceptional ocean views from atop the striking cliffs of Nusa Dua. 

Designed with dramatic touches by award-winning architect Budiman Hendropurnomo, the resort dazzles from the second you step into the lobby, with grand staircases and tiered private pool suites cascading down the cliff face in a reflection of the country’s iconic terraced rice fields. 

In this five-star establishment, both service and amenities are world-class. You'll enjoy some of Bali's very best dining – savour an underwater culinary experience unlike any other at Koral Restaurant, sample laidback poolside plates fuelled by smoke and fire at Reef Beach Club or head to Izakaya by Oku for Japanese favourites reimagined with fine-dining flair.

When you're ready to appreciate Bali's spectacular sunset, L'Atelier by Cyril Kongo – situated on the resort's highest floor – awaits, offering discerning guests artisanal, hand-crafted chocolate, top-shelf drops and Cuban cigars to match. Countless other joys await – dive into the remarkable 60-metre outdoor pool lined with palm trees and luxurious sunbeds that sit partially submerged in the water or visit Apurva Spa, offering healing treatments based on millennia-old Indonesian tradition.


Your Handpicked Inclusions:

• Daily breakfast
• Daily lunch or dinner
• A relaxing massage each
• Cocktails
• Longer Stay Bonus
• Deluxe Roundtrip Airport Transfer Upgrade

$2,599 - Valued up to $6,519

Stay five nights from only $2,599 in a Grand Deluxe Room (maximum three guests, one infant), valued up to $6,519. For more information phone Luxury Escapes on 1300 88 99 00 or visit luxuryescapes.com. Sale ends 17 August 2023. Valid for travel until 19 October 2024. Blackout dates and surcharges apply.

 * Kate Heliotis @ Luxury Escapes - 0412 869 217 - kate.heliotis@luxuryescapes.com

COMO The Halkin Launches Afternoon Tea Bringing Bali To Belgravia

COMO Hotel’s flagship property, COMO The Halkin, is thrilled to launch an exclusive afternoon tea, bringing the taste of Bali to the heart of Belgravia with the hotel groups signature COMO Shambhala Cuisine. Located at the classic Halkin Bar, Executive Chef Ruben Briones has meticulously curated a guilt-free menu comprising a delightful blend of savoury and sweet delicacies, accompanied by refreshing COMO Shambhala juices and teas, bringing a wellness-focused twist to this cherished British tradition.

The new afternoon tea experience at COMO The Halkin is available daily from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Guests embarking on this wellness journey will be greeted with hot towels infused with the signature COMO Shambhala scent, creating a sensory ambiance reminiscent of a COMO Shambhala retreat. To further elevate the experience, essence-infused hot stones recreate the soothing setting of the COMO Shambhala Estate in Bali, transporting diners to idyllic shores.

In line with the COMO Shambhala holistic wellness concept, which seamlessly combines healthy eating, expert nutrition, and pleasurable gastronomy, Chef Ruben has crafted an afternoon tea that delivers pure, unadulterated pleasure. Guests can indulge in signature COMO Shambhala ginger tea, savour the invigorating Lean and Clean Greens juice designed to boost energy and immunity, or opt for the cleansing properties of the Vitality Boost juice.

Each dish featured in COMO The Halkin's afternoon tea draws inspiration from "The Pleasure of Eating Well," the acclaimed COMO Shambhala cuisine book. Guests have the opportunity to peruse the book during their afternoon tea or even purchase a copy at The Halkin. The menu showcases a delectable array of savoury creations, including sweet corn and basil soup, 'Real Toast' with seeds and avocado, spiced crispy prawns, and marinated chicken lolly with rice salad and pomegranate seeds. For a guilt-free indulgence, the afternoon tea concludes with an irresistible selection of sweet treats, such as cucumber jelly with apple and avocado sorbet, wholemeal banana waffles with peanuts and yogurt sauce, and mango and passionfruit cheesecake. An absolute highlight is the Zen garden, featuring protein rock, chocolate stone, and matcha cake.

Opened in 1991, The Halkin was the first property in the COMO Hotels and Resorts portfolio. After undergoing a refreshment and re-opening in Autumn 2022, COMO The Halkin, discreetly located in the heart of London’s leafy Belgravia, a stone’s throw from Hyde Park and Knightsbridge, promises an elegant hideaway for discerning travellers exploring the city. Regarded by loyal regulars as a home-away-from-home, the luxury hotel is famed for its discreet service and timeless design.

Guests of the COMO Shambhala Afternoon Tea, will be entitled to a £20 voucher (approx. AU$38) to be redeemed against booked treatments at COMO Shambhala Urban Escape to be redeemed by November 30th, 2023.

The Halkin Afternoon Tea starts from £55 per person (approx. AU$105 per person) and 24 hours booking notice is required.

* Nicole Tapster nicole@pepr.com.au  pepr.com.au

Julia Zemiro Embarks on Ten Great Australian Walks in New SBS Documentary Series Premiering August 10

We’re now just one and a half weeks away from the premiere Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro, a visually stunning new documentary series from actor, presenter, and comedian Julia Zemiro (Fisk, RocKwiz) which is set to invite audiences on an intimate journey exploring ten of Australia’s most stunning and historically significant walks.

The ten-part series is set to premiere Thursday 10 August on SBS and SBS On Demand

From the sun-kissed beaches of Byron Bay, Kiama, Bondi, and Point Nepean to the dazzling views atop Tasmania’s Mount Wellington and NSW’s Blue Mountains, along Melbourne’s iconic Yarra Trail and beyond, the series traverses picturesque tracks throughout NSW, Victoria, ACT and Tasmania.

Each stunning journey features a variety of guests spanning historians, local legends, First Australians, and new Australians, who all reveal surprising and inspiring stories about Australia’s vibrant landscapes.

Using nostalgic archival footage, the series breathes life into the history behind each walk and spotlights stories that define our multicultural country: from those who have kept the fire burning at the Aboriginal Tent Embassy in Canberra to those who maintain the oldest synagogue in Australia and the World Champion female surfer whose trailblazing story was featured in AACTA nominated documentary Girls Can’t Surf.

Was wondering if you’d be interested in reviewing or covering the series? Would be happy to organise interviews with some of the incredible guests that join Julia on her Great Australian Walks.

Additionally, if a broader feature on the series is of interest – we’d be able to tee up interviews with contributors – including Producer Dan Goldberg and veteran walks expert & former SMH Travel journalist Bruce Elder who helped curate the 10 walks featured in the series.

* Alex Clampett, Communications Specialist, SBS Publicity alex.clampett@sbs.com.au
sbs.com.au

The ultimate itinerary: All the best experiences in Sydney you can enjoy between football games

Kick off an unforgettable Sydney experience during the FIFA Women’s World Cup! With football fans from around Australia and the world in Sydney to watch the CommBank Matildas take on the world’s best, here’s an action-packed Sydney itinerary to help visitors make the most of their time between games. From adrenaline-pumping adventures to cultural gems and breathtaking natural wonders, here is the ultimate guide to enjoy between the games of the world’s biggest football tournament.

Thrill-seeking experiences to get your heart pumping

Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Scale new heights as you climb the world-famous Sydney Harbour Bridge. Strap on your gear, scale the iconic bridge, and take in the panoramic views of Sydney's stunning skyline. BridgeClimb Sydney is an experience you’ll never forget.

Spin out on Sydney Harbour

Hold on tight for a thrilling jet boat ride across Sydney Harbour with Thunder Jet Boat or Oz Jet Boating. Feel the wind in your hair, enjoy exciting spins and manoeuvres as you take in some of the city’s most famous sights from the water.

Learn to surf on Bondi Beach or Manly

If you’re ready to brave the winter chill, pull on a wetsuit and catch some waves at Sydney's world-renowned surf beaches. Surf lessons and board hire are available through Manly Surf School and Let's Go Surfing Bondi Surf School, catering to all levels of fitness and experience.

Fly high in a hot air balloon

Soar with the wind, marvel at the beauty of the landscape below and experience Sydney from a whole new perspective with a hot air balloon ride. A number of companies operate within a day trip’s reach of Sydney CBD, including Beyond Ballooning in the Hunter Valley and Balloon Aloft in Camden Valley.

Feel the rush of a skydive

For the ultimate adrenaline rush, why not take the plunge with a thrilling skydive while you’re in Sydney? Feel the thrill of freefall and take in breathtaking views from greater heights than you can get anywhere else with Skydive Sydney or Sydney Skydivers. It's an experience that’s sure to set your heart racing!

Family fun at Luna Park

The rides, games, and entertainment at Luna Park make it a great day out for the whole family. Located at Milsons Point on the north side of Sydney Harbour with stunning views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and the harbour, it’s easily accessible by bus, train and ferry.

Get up close with Sydney’s nature and wildlife

Meet wildlife at Taronga Zoo

With an abundance of native and international wildlife, interactive experiences and even a unique overnight stay that is truly unlike anything else, Taronga Zoo is a must-see for families. Roar and Snore gives you the opportunity to spend the night in the zoo, enjoy exclusive animal encounters and stunning harbour views, and create memories with the whole family that will last a lifetime.

Experience sunrise on Sydney Harbour

Start your day in style by kayaking across one of the world’s most famous waterways at sunrise. Paddle past iconic landmarks and watch the city come to life with Sydney Harbour Kayaks or Sydney Kayak Experience.

Go whale watching

Football fans aren’t the only visitors to Sydney at this time of year, it’s also whale migration season! It’s common to see humpback whales and southern right whales, but you may even spot a blue whale, minke whale or sperm whale if you’re lucky! Join a whale-watching tour with Whale Watching Sydney, Oz Whale Watching or Ocean Extreme for your chance to witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

Walk the coastline

Don’t miss the chance to walk Sydney's spectacular coastline and soak in the breathtaking scenery. The iconic Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk and picturesque hike from the Spit Bridge to Manly are two of the most popular walks on offer as they provide visitors with stunning views of iconic sections of the coastline and city whilst being suitable for a range of fitness levels.

Relax in the Royal Botanic Garden

Find serenity amidst the hustle and bustle of the city at the Royal Botanic Garden. Lose yourself in the lush greenery, admire stunning flora, and recharge your senses in this tranquil oasis.

Discover iconic destinations and attractions

Explore The Rocks

The Rocks is one of modern Sydney’s oldest neighbourhoods and is home to so many hidden gems to uncover. Stroll through historic laneways, explore unique shops, and savour delicious food and drinks at the renowned pubs and restaurants.

Soak in the city views from Sydney Tower Eye

Take your Sydney experience to the next level by visiting the tallest building in the city, Sydney Tower Eye, where jaw-dropping views await. Climb to the Observation Deck or head out on the Skywalk and see if you can spot iconic attractions, including the Sydney Football Stadium, and then head in for a sunset drink at Bar 83 at Sydney Tower or dinner at Infinity at Sydney Tower.

Join a tour of the iconic Sydney Opera House

Go behind-the-scenes and discover the secrets of this world-famous attraction with a Sydney Opera House tour. Walk in the footsteps of legends and learn the history of this architectural gem, and then settle in for a beverage or meal at one of the Opera House’s acclaimed bars or restaurants.

Have fun at Darling Harbour

Darling Harbour is a buzzing waterside area and a hub of entertainment and leisure. Take a stroll down the harbour and enjoy family-friendly attractions, including Madame Tussauds, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo and the Australian National Maritime Museum, plus a range of waterfront dining options.

Ride the Manly Ferry

Enjoy a scenic cruise across Sydney Harbour to the vibrant beachside suburb of Manly. Hop aboard the ferry at Circular Quay for stunning coastal and city views and the chance to explore this popular suburb of the northern beaches, grab a bite on the wharf, and feel the sand between your toes on Manly Beach.

Immerse yourself in local culture

Learn about Sydney’s cultural history with an Indigenous tour

Delve into Sydney’s rich Indigenous culture with an Aboriginal Heritage Tour through the Royal Botanic Gardens or The Rocks Aboriginal Dreaming Tour around Circular Quay. An Indigenous tour is an incredible opportunity to uncover new sides of the city, delve into the history of the region, and learn from the land’s traditional custodians and the oldest living culture in the world.

Get a culture fix at Sydney’s museums and galleries

Immerse yourself in Sydney's vibrant arts and culture scene by exploring world-class museums and galleries. From the Art Gallery of New South Wales to the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia and the Australian Museum, there are plenty of acclaimed local and international exhibitions and artworks ready to be discovered.

Dine in Chinatown

Satisfy your taste buds in Sydney's vibrant Chinatown and Haymarket, a culinary paradise boasting a diverse range of Asian flavours, from delicious dumplings to sizzling stir-fries and the ever popular Yum cha.

Head down to Sydney's best markets

Indulge in retail therapy whilst supporting local artists and vendors at any of Sydney's bustling markets, where you'll find an array of unique products, fashion, arts, crafts, and delicious food. From the lively Paddington Markets and quirky Glebe Markets to the freshest seafood you’ll find at Sydney Fish Market, there's something for every shopper.

* For more information on Sydney's top attractions, events, and itineraries, please visit www.visitnsw.com. jacqueline.hatton@ogilvy.com.au