I'm going to come right out and say that I am not a lover of things like war memorials in general but Canberra's is the nicest one I have ever been to.It's tranquil and beautifully done with thousands of red poppies lining the walls. It's located in the Booderee National Park so you do have to pay the ACT national parks pass ($12) to enter. The Autumn Garden Festival is in May.

There’s also books and board games for cosy evenings after you’ve finished in the park.Pine Needle Cottage is walking distance to Oberon town and has really modern and sophisticated decor, with both an indoor and outdoor fireplace. It’s a great pick if you love that feeling of stepping back in time and this property is walking distance to the village.For a true country getaway, Cheneyvale Loft hits the spot. Especially now the by-pass has been completed, taking away the traffic that congested the town.It's full of great coffee shops, the wonderful Berry tea room (try the pear and chocolate cake) and restaurants as well as several shops in a rural Australian setting. Breathtaking white sand and turquoise water. This areas are several hours apart so I would definitely recommend first deciding which area suits you best.We stayed in the Bluegum Cabins on our first visit to the park, which is close to many of the best trails and in a gorgeous bushy setting. This is the typ,Brrrrr! But in NSW, you don’t need to travel far to make a couple of nights away feel like a proper holiday. When you reach,GPD doesn’t have to be a weekend trip. Best for: Beaches, whale watching, tranquility Distance from Sydney: 280km - 3 hours 15 by car . Just under 3 hours driving from Sydney there is the region that offers 26 golden beaches, crystal clear water with dolphins and whales ideal for snorkeling or sand dunes made for adrenaline adventures by mother Nature. From the car park you can see the top of the falls or take the walking trail down through bush land to go to the base of the falls. There are regular tastings, often free or you have the fee returned on buying a bottle. I love Dunns Swap (although not the access road to get there! You look awesome any time of yea,Did someone say ‘road trip’? Continue with a portion of delicious fresh oysters with a matching wine. If you are into wine, oysters & cheese Batemans Bay and Eurobodalla is the ideal escape destination for weekend trips from Sydney.Montague Island is a wildlife sanctuary and a home to the largest colony of fur seals. The most popular and famous places are Nelson Bay, which is the main resort area around and Shoal Bay. And you’d be crazy not to make a little detour for a sugar hit at the Famous Berry Donut Van.If good food and wine are your weakness, pay a visit to Australia’s oldest wine region with a stay in.Guided tours of local wineries are a great option but if the weather is good (and you need to burn off all the cheese plates you inevitably eat in a wine region!) We had a wild time – in every sense of the word – during this wonderful experiment.Can you imagine kangaroos hopping around at dusk, set against the backdrop of the ocean? Depending on the season, there are between 400 and 2.500 seals inhabiting the coastline of the island. If you want to get active, there are so many water sports to choose from including surfing, kayaking, stand-up paddeboarding and sailing.

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If you like falafel don't go past orgasmic falafel, it's the best we've even eaten.The lighthouse at Byron Bay is an iconic stop for sunrise. It’s at the cheaper end of the Gloucester area, yet looks super cute and homely. That’s not surprising because it’s a bit of a bargain and perfect if you want to spend most of your time out and about. Yum!Scenic coastline and lush countryside meet at.Spend a day on the green at any of three golf courses in the area, walk the 22km Kiama Coast Walk or join the crowd at the world’s largest blowhole, a natural water spout that shoots water high up into the air when the wind, waves and tides come together with explosive energy!If you have a bit more time, visit the beaches for a surf at nearby Gerringong and go canoeing or fishing at Lake Illawarra near Shellharbour. After the Walls you can head to the Waterfall Walk which is 1.6km each way and does involve quite a few steps, it's worth it though!The longest hike is the Plateau Walk which has the most spectacular views in the park.

Surrounded by national parks and rainforests offers waterways, expanding white beaches, canals, creeks and bays with clear water.