Collective nouns for animals – words you need to know for your next safari
A crash of rhinos, anyone? Or a prickle of porcupines? How about a parliament of owls? If you have no idea what I am talking about, you are not alone. … Read more
Where to find Constantinople Today? Exploring Istanbul by eras
Constantinople was one of the greatest cities of the world, the power seat of two major empires for over a thousand years. But where is Constantinople today? Well, it is … Read more
Stray cats vs free-roaming cats: How to tell the difference?
Do you regularly see a particular cat or group of cats outside your home or someplace where you regularly pass by? Do you feel tempted to approach them and maybe … Read more
Swimming with seals in Narooma at the amazing Montague Island
Sitting on the side of the boat, tightly zipped into a wetsuit, I am terrified of making the next move and plunging into the ocean. I’m a useless swimmer and … Read more
All 40 Species of Wild Cats and Where to See Them in the Wild
From the tiny Rusty-spotted cat of Sri Lanka to the massive Siberian tiger of the Russian Far East, there are 40 species of wild cats in the world, and each of them is … Read more
The Remarkable Glasshouse Rocks – Narooma’s Geological Wonderland
Glasshouse Rocks are an unexpectedly spectacular series of rock formations on Narooma Surf Beach on NSW Far South Coast. Forged by immense planetary forces millions of years ago they are … Read more
11 Amazing Things to do in Narooma and in the surrounding countryside
Narooma is one of the most underrated destinations on the Far South Coast of NSW. Lying 350 kilometres from Sydney and 684 kilometres from Melbourne, it doesn’t get that much … Read more
The Lost World of the Grand Canyon walk in the Blue Mountains
You probably already heard that Grand Canyon Walk in the Blue Mountains is one of the most beautiful walks near Sydney. It is certainly the most iconic walk in the … Read more
Where can you see wild Australian animals in Sydney?
Australia is famous for our unique wildlife and while the cities are not typically considered as wildlife-watching destinations, with a bit of luck and effort you can see some of … Read more
Best way to visit Wolgan Valley & Lithgow Glow Worm Tunnel
The Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage site is an enormous area, 1.3 million hectares to be precise. So you can spend months exploring it and you wouldn’t even scratch the … Read more
What is so special about Bundeena to Marley Beach walk in Royal National Park?
Only an hour’s drive from Sydney, Bundeena to Marley Beach track in Royal National Park is the most scenic coastal walk in Sydney. It is the northern end of Sydney’s … Read more
Blue Mountains Jenolan Caves – how to explore the world’s oldest crystal caves
One of the most spectacular sites in the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area is the Jenolan Caves. Decorated with jaw-dropping limestone crystal formations, Jenolan Caves are Australia’s largest and most … Read more
An Amazing Glow Worm Tour in the Blue Mountains
After seeing the mesmerizing glow worm spectacle at Horseshoe Falls in Hazelbrook, I wanted to explore more glow worm magic, so my friend Anu and I booked the Blue Mountains … Read more
Tomaree Head Summit walk – How to see the best views in NSW
Tomaree Head Summit walk is hard work but the mesmerizing birds-eye views of Port Stephens you get from the top are entirely worth it. The National Parks rate this walk … Read more
65 Amazing things to do in Port Stephens – Your complete holiday guide
Like many Sydneysiders, I’ve been on the lookout for things to do in Port Stephens for years. In fact, my very first getaway from Sydney was a camping adventure in … Read more