New South Wales is one of Australia’s leading tourist destinations and home to a multitude of Aussie icons.
New South Wales (NSW) is a state that has many facets, a wonderful abundance of fabulous getaways, stunning beaches, mountain retreats, country escapes, famous icons and unforgettable experiences, all radiating from the exciting heart of Sydney.
Set within its boundaries is the Australian Capital Territory, also known as the ACT or just ‘Canberra’, home to the nation’s cultural and historic treasures and many lesser known secrets besides.
Together, New South Wales and the ACT represent a thoroughly engaging and memorable holiday destination, giving visitors the ultimate cross-section of this dynamic and visually spectacular nation.
Sydney the capital of New South Wales, is one of the most colourful cosmopolitan cities in the world, quite simply, Sydney is where it’s at.
The people, the events, the icons and the experiences … they all attract the attention of the world and for good reason.
Sydney is a happening place that is very safe and accessible.
Still fresh from their Olympic duties of 2000, the Sydney locals are consummate hosts and justifiably proud of the city they call home.
Ask them where to go to experience the best of Sydney and they’ll give you a multitude of answers; the beaches, the harbour, the restaurants, the theatre, the hinterland and beyond.
This is a city with many blessings, both natural and cultural, and a multitude of ways to enjoy it.
Whether you see it from the air, the sea or on land, Sydney definitely won’t disappoint.
Queen Victoria Building Yes, Sydney, offers a vast menu of wonderful delights.
Shopping here is as good as anywhere in the world, adventure is here in spades for those who like it with a little, well, adventure… and the food, what can I say?
Whether it’s your starting point or finishing point, Sydney should be just one stop on your New South Wales/ACT holiday, there is a amazing array of regions, cities and towns.
New South Wales is one best place to find finest regional product, They also have jaw dropping beautiful snowy mountains and amazing valley, excellence coast to the nice northern breaches.
They have unique people, regional, history and distinctive land that describe each community..
Indeed, don’t be surprised if your NSW holiday has you looking in local real estate office windows!
The Three Sisters The Blue Mountains is a beautiful region, nominated as a World Heritage-listed area.
With more than one million hectares of wilderness, the Blue Mountains is one of Australia’s natural wonders.
There are walking trails of all lengths and grades to help you work up an appetite for one of the many stylish cafes and restaurants and there are antique shops and art galleries in the quaint mountain towns of Leura, Blackheath and Katoomba.
While the mountains themselves are iconic to behold, other natural attractions are not to be missed: the mesmerising Jenolan Caves, the haunting Three Sisters rock formation, and the Leura Cascades, just to name a few.
Discovery walks are the best way to explore this verdant region, once you’ve experienced the aerial view offered by the famous Scenic Railway at Katoomba.
Hunter Vineyard The Hunter Valley is another great place to include in your New South Wales travel adventure.
The Hunter is famous for its great food and wine, the local vineyards producing some of the most acclaimed wines from some of the most prestigious labels you can buy anywhere.
Join a wine cooking school for the day or explore the beautifully landscaped gardens, soar in a hot air balloon or discover the rugged World Heritage listed Barrington Tops National Park, sail on Lake Macquarie or find yourself in the cosmopolitan city of Newcastle, with its great beaches and funky restaurants.
Hungry Pelican On the Central Coast you can travel far from the madding crowd and enjoy a taste of waterside luxury and relaxation via the popular spots of Terrigal, Ettalong, The Entrance and others.
A region of stunning natural beauty, award winning attractions, affordable family fun and a wide variety of accommodation options, the Central Coast of NSW is now synonymous with ‘escape’.
Whether it’s discovering local markets or art galleries, feeding pelicans, sailing, horse-riding, fishing or simply lying on an unspoilt beach, you’ll want to call this region your own new favourite escape.
Port Stephens is one most popular for water sports and outdoor activities, also you will find the resident dolphins.
Take to the picturesque waters for kayaking, feed the dolphins (or swim with them) or visit one of the nations oldest national parks in The Illawarra.
Try hang-gliding at Stanwell Park, skydiving near Wollongong, learn to surf, play golf right beside the sea or just sit and enjoy the local brew, cold, of course.
Whatever turns you on you’ll find it aplenty.
Seafood Platter The Southern Highlands with its winding country lanes, rich green pastures, quaint villages and great resorts and retreats, is the perfect destination to recharge your batteries.
For Food, There are amazing cafe and restaurant serving all type foods and wine.
Follow the unique book trail and pick up trinkets or serious antiques at the many galleries and antique shops.
The North Coast region boasts long white sandy beaches and lush green hinterland, lively local arts communities and even a few modern day hippies!
Crocodile Dundee Here you can choose anything from sea rafting and scuba diving to surf lessons, with favorite places to stop being Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour and Byron Bay, (who knows, you might even see Paul Hogan of Crocodile Dundee fame) where there are great cafes, restaurants and shopping.
Inland there are lush rainforests to explore and famous hikes such as the rainforest boardwalk at Dorrigo National Park or the walk into Protestors Falls in Nightcap National Park.
New South Wales has it all, whether you want a thrill a minute holiday or a quiet tranquil retreat, whether its partying on with friends or romantic moonlit dinners with a special someone, whether it’s the surf and sand or the bush and wildlife, whether its sun and sea or snow and ski, New South Wales has it all, (I know, I’ve already said that once, but it’s true).
And, as I’ve also already said, the choice is always yours…………….enjoy!
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