Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
For children interested in learning about the animals and plants that call the waterways of Sydney and Australia home, a trip to Sea Life Sydney Aquarium with kids is the place to head, providing the opportunity for the family to get up close without getting wet. Situated in the bustling, family-friendly Darling Harbour precinct, it …
Home and Away was the soapie that was prominent throughout my adolescence. Most evenings, after homework and my chores, I would sit down to watch the latest episode. I followed along to the numerous character arcs and storylines, immersed in the world of Summer Bay. However, it was only recently that I explored the locations …
Whale watching is one of our top Kid Bucket List items and an activity that brings us incredible joy. One of the most spine-tingling moments you can experience in nature is seeing wild animals at play. Discovering them in their natural environment can be breathtaking especially when we’re talking about whales. Whale watching in Sydney with kids …
When you think of Sydney, what comes to mind? I bet the Sydney Harbour Bridge comes up, right? This iconic structure is the world’s largest steel arch bridge and can be driven, cycled or walked across, with some even climbing to the top of the arches via organised Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb experiences. Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb …
Long time readers of the Kid Bucket List would be very aware of my long standing fear of heights. It’s a fear that has paralysed me atop quite a number of structures, much to everyone’s amusement. So when we were invited to the Wild Ropes at Taronga Zoo my initial reaction was a big firm no. But …
When it comes to finding something to do with kids in Sydney, heading to Darling Harbour is one spot we find ourselves drawn to again and again. With a bevy of attractions, there’s always something exciting happening, and failing that there’s always the incredible park. We chose Madame Tussauds for our most recent adventure and …
Kids Segway Tours in Sydney With a little daredevil on our hands, we are always on the hunt for experiences which will provide a little adrenaline. Until a few months ago, Sunshine was too young to enjoy a Segway Tour in most locations in Australia but then she grew a few centimetres and had a …
The city of Sydney has a dark history which has led to supernatural activity across the city. Built up on the backs of convicts, Sydney was once a rampant cesspool of disease and criminal activity. Yes, there are numerous haunted places in Sydney … or at least they say. Past traumas have left scars on …
Exploring the Dairy and Rangers Cottages Tour In January, we made a little family pact to visit the 11 sites that form the Australian Convict Sites listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Sydney has a quite a few on the list including Parramatta Park’s Old Government House and Domain. We were quick to jump on the opportunity to …
Centennial Park is the larger of the three parks that make up Centennial Parklands. It is the perfect place to head when you are struggling to come up with something to do with the kids because you can almost always guarantee that you will find something to do there from the Centennial Park Pedal Cars to the …
A few years ago I commuted to work each day, passing through Central Station on my way to my stop at St James Station. I was oblivious that there were tunnels and disused platforms below my feet. Only recently did I learn that these existed and so began my quest to explore both. An exploration of Central Station’s Disused …
Reading The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert was all it took to convince me that I needed to pay more attention to the plants around me, even moss. When I discovered the existence of the Australian PlantBank I knew I had to visit, even more so when I realised that it had partnered with Kew …
Some kids seem to have very little fear, loving heights, speed, water and anything that would usually make the heart beat a little faster. My seven year old daughter is an adrenaline junkie. She soars when pushing her limits and seeks out opportunities to test herself and feel the rush. Living in Sydney provides access to …