Tag Archives: New South Wales
Orange County
The June long weekend trip to Orange in New South Wales involved a four-hour drive from Sydney, with stops at Wentworth Falls and local attractions. The family explored historical sites, farmers’ markets, lakes, and wineries, while enjoying the scenic beauty and vibrant autumn colors. The return journey included a visit to the Bathurst Rail Museum, ideal for children.
Monochrome Monday: Orange
Selection of Monochrome images from the various fortifications that surround Port Jackson.
Tales of the South Coast
In December 2021, a family enjoyed a road trip from Sydney to Kangaroo Valley for Christmas, staying with friends on a farm. They explored local heritage sites, including the historic Hampden Bridge and Fitzroy Falls. Later, they spent New Year’s at Austinmer, enjoying beaches and scenic views while returning home.
Monochrome Monday: Fort Jackson
Selection of Monochrome images from the various fortifications that surround Port Jackson.
Monochrome Monday: Port Stephens
Selection of Monochrome images from the Port Stephens region of New South Wales.
Easter in the Mountains
April 2021 Having survived our trip to the Central Coast, we decided that the best way to adapt with baby traveling is to keep at it. So with Easter around the corner we made a plan to head West and up the Blue Mountains for a stay in Leura. Breaking up the journey You need […]
Port Stephens
In March 2021, the family embarked on their first road trip with their 5-month-old son to Port Stephens, 160km north of Sydney. They stayed at The Anchorage in Corlette Point, enjoying suite rooms and exploring the region, despite unpredictable weather. Highlights included Birubi Point, Stockton Beach, and a visit to the Murrays Brewing Co. The trip was punctuated by stormy weather and road closures, necessitating an extended stay.
Monochrome Monday: Sydney CBD
Selection of Monochrome images from a quiet Sunday pottering around the Sydney CBD (NSW)
Monochrome Monday: Central Coast
Selection of Monochrome images from Pearl Beach and Bouddi National Park on the Central Coast (NSW)
North by NorthEast
After months of lockdown, a road trip to Bellingen, New South Wales brought newfound freedom. Stopping in Port Macquarie, a penal settlement turned seaside town, and then reaching the hippie haven of Bellingen, they indulged in Middle Eastern cuisine and explored the Dorrigo National Park. Heading back, they encountered history at South West Rocks before returning home.
John Senior Returns
Nov – Dec 2019 After his last trip to Sydney back in 2017 it was time for the return of John Senior!! This time he would be travelling solo. The second trip is always the hardest to plan. Do you re-do the first trip or go for new places? We kept it neutral and did […]
Monochrome Monday: Taronga Zoo NSW
Posting from a recent visit to Taronga Zoo in Sydney, New South Wales
Monochrome Monday: Fitzroy Falls NSW
Posting from our Summer 2021 trip to the Southern Highlands and South Coast. Fitzroy Falls near Kangaroo Valley and Tallowa Dam with the first JKRoaming appearance of our son Cillian.
Scotland Island – Small, Far Away
January 2019 The travel bug started for us when we realised that with both of our birthdays being in January ( a mere 4 days apart) we could get each other stuff for presents or we could spend the money on travel and explore the world together. About a week out from John’s Birthday, Karen […]
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