Jellybean Pool at Glenbrook in the Lower Blue Mountains: Beaut Swimming + Beach
Jellybean Pool is a divine spot for a day trip from Sydney or when staying in the Blue Mountains. This is a such a family friendly place, having a good…
Weekend Getaways From Sydney
More Dangerous But Fun- Jumping off Moona Moona Creek Bridge
Moona Moona Creek Bridge is made for leaping off. The Council have a sign saying not to, that it’s dangerous, but lots of people still do, leaping with gay abandon…
Things To Do in Melbourne With Kids: The Best Kids Activities
Fun Kids Activities Melbourne – Intro Melbourne makes a marvellous short holiday destination for families. There are dozens and dozens of fun things to do with the family within…
25+ Fantastic Family Weekends Away From Sydney
Jeez, it really is so good to get away. And who doesn’t deserve a break? Flushes the cobwebs out, clears the mind. Here is a list of 25 of the…
The Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains: a review for families
Ah, the gorgeous Fairmont Resort, it’s a real escape from the city! Are you looking for a family getaway? Or, do you need some ideas for next school holidays? Look…
Top 10 Things To Do in Kiama + Where To Stay
10 Things To Do in Kiama NSW If you are wondering what to do in Kiama, you’re in the right place! But first, a bit about Kiama itself. Kiama…
Things To Do in Yass and the Yass Valley + Where To Stay
Have you visited Yass and the Yass Valley? It’s a beautiful region around three hours’ drive from Sydney, or a 45-minute drive from Canberra. Check out the map at…
Jervis Bay Accommodation- Best Places To Stay
So, I’ve been banging on for years abouy how much we love Jervis Bay, and the 25 Things To Do With Kids at Jervis Bay post gets lots of people…
Things To Do in Picton and Thirlmere NSW: Day Out or Weekend Away
Things To Do in Picton and Thirlmere NSW: Day Out or Weekend Away By Fiona Kirsch The time driving in a car with kids is crucial to the…
Family Fun at Jervis Bay – The Wreck Walk from Abraham’s Bosom, Currarong
This is a really easy 2.5km walk, very suitable for young children and even for parents with babies and toddlers in 4WD strollers. Obviously, there’s much discussion of pirates, shipwrecks,…
Fun Things To Do at NRMA South West Rocks Holiday Resort
Our trip to South West Rocks last school holidays was a big success. The only issue? Too brief. I had LEAPT at the kind offer to stay at NRMA South…
Telegraph Creek Natural Trail at Jervis Bay
Telegraph Creek Natural Trail at Jervis Bay is a very easy and really gorgeous short bush walk that’s suitable for almost every family. It’s only 2.4km long and takes about…
Things To Do at Currarong and the Beecroft Peninsula, a fabulous family weekend away destination
Beecroft Peninsula is the spectacular northern headland of Jervis Bay. The Peninsula encompasses an area of about 5250 hectares just south of Currarong, a small coastal tourist village…
Newnes Campgound in Wolgan Valley, Blue Moutains
Have you visited the very spectacular Wolgan Valley in the Blue Mountains? We did last year to stay at the super opulent One and Only Emirates Wolgan Valley Resort. But…
Gosford Classic Car Museum has closed
Very sorry to report that this lovely museum has now closed. What a pity!! Leaving this article here for posterity – sob. We were invited to visit…
Things To Do in Parramatta With Kids + Where To Eat
There are heaps of reasons to visit Parramatta, it’s got so much to see and do and it’s compact. So if you are a Sydneysider looking for an interesting –…
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley: A Family-Friendly Resort
I’m stunned and mortified that I haven’t visited and posted on this excellent resort in the Hunter Valley before! It’s ideal for families, a great spot to visit from Sydney,…
Things To Do In Bowral and Berrima With Kids + Where To Stay
Bowral and Berrima Things To Do: Intro By Fiona Kirsch We have been to the Southern Highlands quite a few times. It is such a pretty place and…
A Frosted High Tea and Luxurious Stay at The Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Stand by, there’s a feast ahead… and it’s a Frozen one. So festive and fun. If you have children who adore the movie Frozen and are excited about this…
Port Stephens Holiday Parks: The Retreat, Our Family Review
Where to begin when looking at Port Stephens holiday parks? There are literally dozens in the Port Stephens area (click here for post about Things To Do at Port…