Sightseeing

What’s on in Sydney in February, 2012

Sydney. Dragon boat race

At last it is summer in Sydney and most people are spending their time on the beach or parks, but of course it doesn’t mean there is no events in the city. 23 January – 1 March. A Photographic Retrospective of the Chinese New Year Parade will be still open at Customs House, Circular...

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Climbing Uluru rock in Australia

Uluru,Ayers Rock

Can you climb Ayers rock in 2012? Yes, you can still do it, as there is no ban yet. But do you really need to do it.  Please read this post about Uluru climb and hopefully you will change you mind and will enjoy this majestic rock from the distance.  

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Diving with whale sharks

whale_shark_ningaloo

Want to dive with whale sharks in Australia or elsewhere? Unfortunately you can’t do it.  Occasionally in Thailand scuba divers can see whale sharks, but these are rare cases. The swimming with whale sharks tours is the best way to see these creatures. And Australia is one of best places in the world to...

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What’s on in Sydney in October, 2011

Darling-Harbour-Fireworks-Sydney

Australia’s largest annual Latin American festival at Darling Harbour on 1-3 October. Also there is  delicious range of Latin American and Spanish food stalls at Tumbalong Park Art & About Sydney is still on till 23rd of October And you can see amazing fireworks at Darling Harbour on 23rd and 29th of October.

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Alternative Orlando

Orlando at night

In the heart of the US state of Florida is Orlando, a city made famous above all else, by Disney World and a plethora of other theme resorts. If you don’t fancy the screaming children, however, there’s no reason to discount it as a holiday destination – especially with so many cheap flights to...

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September 11th. Remembering Twin Towers

New York.Twin Towers. 2001

10 years and 1 month ago on August 2001 I was in New Year and Twin Towers were first sights I visited. I didn’t see such tall skyscrapers  before and I was astonished by it size. And I was amazed by view from the top of one of the towers. A month later on...

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What’s on in Sydney in August, 2011

Sydney city2surf

It last month of winter in Sydney. Usually it is wettest month and probably that is the reason not so much events during this month. Thought there are plenty free indoor events. Check this website for full list of events in Sydney. My personal highlight of this month is city2surf run. It is one...

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Travel Essentials. Multi-Band (aka buff)

Travel Essentials. Multi-Band (aka buff)

This thing was one of my greatest discoveries in recent years and it is with me almost all the time as I am spending a lot of time outdoors. Doesn’t matter what you do – hiking, skiing, biking, kayaking – it can be helpful to you. I don’t how could I live without it...

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Whale sightings in Sydney, 2011 midseason update

Whale sightings in Sydney, 2011 midseason update

Most of humpback whales already migrated North for breeding and now will be a little bit quit period till spring (in Southern hemisphere). According to NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service whale numbers are up about 10% and almost 1000 whales were seen passing Sydney. It is highest whale count since Australia banned commercial...

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Places for panoramic view of Rome. Pincian Hill

Rome-Piazza-del-Popolo

Cities aren’t my favorite destinations during my travel, but if I am visiting some city I always looking for a place to see that city from above. On my recent trip to Rome I found couple places for perfect panoramic views of Rome. Today is post about Pincian Hill which is located in Actually...

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