Nelson Bay Travel Guide - An Australian Exceptional Experience
Nelson Bay Travel Guide - An Australian Exceptional Experience
Nelson Bay is a significant township of the Port Stephens local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is located on a bay of the same name on the southern shore of Port Stephens about 60 kilometres (37 mi) by road north-east of Newcastle, its nearest rail link.
It is a major tourism centre, particularly for dolphin and whale watching, surfing, diving, fishing and other recreational aquatic activities. The eastern boundaries of Nelson Bay lie within the Tomaree National Park while the southeastern section is almost entirely within the park. Nelson Head Light, an unusual lighthouse built in 1875, is positioned on the northeast corner.
Early settlers included the Dalton family, the patriarch being Captain John Dalton who sailed his ship SS Kingsley to Sydney with fresh marine produce from Port Stephens. He built a house Westward Ho in 1882 on the hill overlooking the modern town, on 16 ha (40 acres). He donated land from his holding for the Methodist Church, and for a school.
Port Stephens Coaches operate local services to Newcastle, Raymond Terrace and Soldiers Point as well as an express service to Sydney. Nelson Bay has a maritime-influenced humid subtropical climate (Cfa) with warm humid summers, damp autumns, cool wet winters and relatively dry springs.
Port Stephens is an area surrounding the Port Stephens Bay, just north of Newcastle in New South Wales. The area is very popular for its breathtaking coastal scenery, protected waters at the bay, good fishing, and the opportunity to watch whales during the migration season (May - November) and the resident dolphins. View from the popular look out point on Gan Gan Hill.
Stockton Sand Dunes. Miles of sand which is easy to explore on foot but watch out for 4x4s racing around some areas. This is where Mad Max and parts of that ubiquitous Aussie anthem 'Down Under' were filmed.
One Mile Beach. Named after the town One Mile rather than the other way around, is a stunning place to visit whether you surf or not. Atmospheric views down the peninsular and dramatic swells abound here. There's a car park just off the beach and a small store that sells refreshments.
Tomaree. The south head of the Port Stephens bay offers a steep bushwalk on a paved track and metalic steps that lead to the top of Tomaree Hill. The top of the hill has breathtaking views of the Bay and nearby ocean islands. Another walk leads to the sites of WW2 artillery guns that were never fired at an enemy.
Nelson Bay has some of the best shore dives in NSW and attracts scuba divers keen to photograph the varied macro sea life at the sites of Fly Point and Halifax. The following dive shops offer gear rental, tank refill, and diving courses. Whale watching cruises leave from Nelson Bay and are well worth it in the seasons that humpbacks pass by (May to November). You may also see dolphins and penguins. There is a variety of vessels and price ranges to choose from at the marina.
( Nelson Bay - Australia ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting Nelson Bay. Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Nelson Bay - Australia
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Newcastle Transport (Keolis Downer) 46 Outbound (Wallsend-Glendale)
The 46 route runs between Wallsend and Stockland Glendale via Elermore Vale under the banner of Keolis Downer's Newcastle Transport, mostly through the western part of the old 226 route operated previously by State Transit Authority's Newcastle Buses & Ferries division.
The 46 route has one slight difference from the 226 in that it operates into Stockland Glendale via the new section of Glendale Drive as opposed to the 226 previously operating through Main Rd and Lake Rd (Crossroads Subaru) to Stockland Drive.
This trip was operated by a Volvo B7 Euro 5 with Volgren CR228 bodywork and interior. It is a 23## or 24## class ST reg'd bus.
The route truly is a waste, this section of the old 226 was the least frequented and most 226's ended at Wallsend (where the 46 starts), as you can see from the trip, a grand total of zero (0) passengers used the service. The area was most likely continued to be serviced in some way shape or form so that passengers were not adversely impacted by a total loss of service to either Wallsend or Glendale and making the new powers that be or Transport for NSW look completely heartless (or stupid).
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Backpacking Australia TIPS/FAQ
You asked, I answered. Here I give you all my tips for backpacking Australia. If you have anymore questions, please comment below and I'll answer every single one to the best of my ability. A backpacking New Zealand tips video will be posted as well.
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How to Survive Flying Emirates Economy Class (Top Tips)
I flew Emirates A380 economy class from Dubai to Zurich. In the video, I gave 8 good tips on how to survive or how to enjoy economy class flying. I am sure you will benefit from some of the tip I gave!
The video also shows you the children's kit and meal on Emirates. Also Ramadan Iftar boxes are shown in the video. Enjoy the magnificent forward wing view with engine on the A380!
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Join me for a relaxed and fun flight from Dubai to Zurich with Emirates. I travel aboard the Airbus A380 aeroplane in Emirates economy class and I reveal eight tips and tricks on how you can enjoy and get the most out of your economy class flight. We can’t all experience the luxury of flying first class but this video aims to show that it certainly isn’t impossible to have a very enjoyable, relaxing and comfortable flight in economy class with just a little prior planning, research and thought.
In this video, I also specifically examine some of the comforts offered by the Emirates airline within their economy class to help their customers. One thing we focus on is Emirates’ provision for children and we examine the complimentary items including blankets, bibs, baby wipes and colouring in books which are given out to families with young children.
Tip #1 – Even if you’re flying in economy class, try and access a credit card lounge before the flight to make yourself more comfortable and prepared for boarding. You’re more likely to start the flight in a better mood and in a more positive state of mind, especially if you’ve had to wait at the airport for a while, if you’ve had something to eat, had a comfortable seat to sit on and been in relaxed and more quiet surroundings. If you are not eligible to enter one of these lounges, consider paying for entry; it is likely to be well worth your investment as one of the biggest reasons why people do not enjoy their flight in economy class is because they were not in the right frame of mind to begin with.
Tip #2 – Use a website such as expertflyer.com to see where clusters of empty seats are on the flight that you wish to take. By using this website, you may be able to purchase seats from the airline’s website which are in a quieter spot, with less people surrounding you. expertflyer.com can show real time seat maps for your flight up to one hour before the departure of the flight, letting you make an informed decision as to the best seat location for you in economy class.
Tip #3 – Use a website such as seatguru.com to get to know the layout of the economy class on your flight better so that you can select more advantageous economy seats with views over the engines, or, perhaps most importantly, with more leg room. There’s almost always a few economy seats with much, much more leg room than others because of the free space that has to be left in front of the aircraft’s mid-placed emergency exit.
Furthermore, after coming on board, if there’s a very favourable seat which is vacant and unsold, grab it before anybody else does!
Tip #4 – If you can, travel in the low season when fares are lower and when planes are less crowded. Low season months are February, May and November.
During my flight in Emirates economy class, I was able to move around to a large number of different seats as, travelling in May, it was low season. I was also able to lie down over a complete row of four economy seats and get a quality rest as if I was in business class, but without business class prices! If you can, it certainly pays dividends to travel in economy class when it’s less busy in the low season.
Tip #5 – Always bring a bottle of water with you to stay hydrated and avoid excessive alcohol consumption which can dehydrate you. Additionally, always bring an eye-shade with you so that you can get quality rest whenever you need it; these are provided on some longer haul flights but it’s always best to have your own, just in case.
Tip #6 – Wear something loose and comfy to promote good well being and also good blood circulation whilst you’re up in the air. This is especially important when the flight is crowded and/or there isn’t a lot of leg room and movement is restricted. This follows on to…
Tip #7 – Wherever possible, stretch your limbs and walk around the cabin – it doesn’t just help keep your blood circulating in what can be a cramped economy class but it keeps your mood happy too. Feeling confined and restricted in economy class is a big source of uncomfortable economy class flights.
Tip #8 – Stay smiling and stay positive whenever travelling in economy class. Don’t forget to bring your headphones with you to listen to some of your favourite tunes whilst you’re in the sky!
I really want to hear your opinion – do you have any thoughts about what makes for a good trip in economy class? Is there anything that you swear by? Leave your comments down below and, as always, thanks for watching!
Minimalist Packing Tips & Hacks - Travel Light With Only Carry-On Luggage!
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In this video we're tackling the confusing world of carry-on packing. What is the true size of a carry-on suitcase? What can you bring on board? How to pack like a minimalist? We even do a test-pack to show you what we'd pack on a long term trip.
We are big fans of traveling light with only the essentials to carry around. Travel doesn't just end at the airport. Whatever you pack for a trip has to be hauled around in taxis, on the bus, on the train, in and out of hotels and hostels.
With some careful planning, you can have a great trip with small, easy to handle luggage.
A few other reasons why we love carry-on packing is because you can save money by not paying to check a bag, you don't have to wait for your luggage to unload from the plane and waste time at the carousel, and you don't have to worry about losing your luggage or having someone take it by mistake.
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Packing for a Mission Trip
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Canberra Travel - Ixme
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A short visit to the capital city of Australia, Canberra to see my friend called mai.
This time is summer, the weather is sometimes cloudy and shower.
Travelled from Sydney to Canberra by express bus cost $41, almost 3 hours journey. Nothing much to see along the way, just huge dry, brownish lands with survived green trees. It's summer!
I had a nice stay at YHA Backpackers hostel located in the city, few minutes walk from bus station, whereby it offer easy access to almost everything; food, shopping centre, public transport, and university. 4 nights for $146. Internet access not included. If you want to, you can pay $5 for unlimited access for 1 day.
Explore the capital city by using hop-on-hop-off bus that cost you $30 for 24hours ticket, is enough. Nothing much to explore the city, as for me.
If you happen interested to watch koala and kangaroo, Canberra Zoo is not a good choice! $38 per entry for adult is not worth it. Not much animals to see, plus the zoo is a small size zoo. Don't worry if you missed to see Canberra Zoo, you won't feel regret, trust me.
Travel around the city by using public bus, get a day ticket for $8.60 in which you can use it all day, anywhere as long as you keep the ticket safe. Return ticket to Bungendore is $6.00. It's a small village with beautifull small house and friendly people too! Just walk around in the small village and enjoy the view. The return train is 3 hourly since the railway is only ONE! No wonder got so much delay if anything happen. I got my train delayed for almost 2 hours!
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Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia
Wollongong is a city in the Illawarra region of New South Wales. Heading south, Wollongong starts where Sydney finishes. It is the third largest city in the state behind Sydney and Newcastle and is thinly wedged on a coastal plain between an escarpment and the Pacific Ocean.
Geography defines Wollongong, as the city is never more than roughly six kilometers at its widest but stretches over forty kilometers from South to North. Its growth was limited by mountains, which are not so much high as steep, and the sea, Wollongong has grown to include a whole chain of coastal towns, from Dapto and Port Kembla in the south to Bulli, Austinmer, and even up to Stanwell Park in the north. Continuous development has recently stretched the urban area along the coast as far as Kiama in the distant south but those areas are serviced by the growing centre of Shellharbour.
Its modern origins are in coal mining and steel production, industries which persist, notably the BlueScope steel facility at Port Kembla to the south. A dedicated port exists for the transport of materials whereas private craft and fishing boats use a separate facility nearer the city centre in Belmore Basin. New industries, such as financial services, information technology, tourism and education are fast becoming trademarks of the city. Wollongong people are proud of the employment and heavy industry in the area, and choose to be more than just a outer commuter suburb for Sydney.
The University of Wollongong is popular with local, other Australian and international students. Due to post war migration involving heavy industry, Wollongong also includes a large Mediterranean, Indian and Asian population which has left its mark on the city and means there is a great range of food and entertainment options. There are many interesting and beautiful locations within easy reach. The immediate area possesses some fine, often uncrowded beaches and reasonable surfing.
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Coorabie Farm - Accommodation for Caravans and Campers in South Australia
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All Weather Road, Amenities Block, Animal Feeding, Big Rigs Welcome, Camp Fire(Allowed at Camp Sites, not in Fire Season), Camp Kitchen with TV, Camp Sites- Unpowered, Camping - Tents -Vans (amenities ), Communal Fire Pit, Donga's, Fire Pit BBQ, Gas BBQ, Hot Showers, Large Group Facilities, Laundry, Limited Power Sites, Mud Map 4wd Tour, Pet-friendly (fully restrained at all times & some breed limitations), Self-Contained Cabin (attached to Shearers Quarters), Shearing Shed Tour, Tag a Long Tours can be arranged, Wood BBQ
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Coorabie Farm is a 50,000 acre property 8km off the Eyre Highway which is at the start of the Nullarbor plain which takes you to Western Australia.
Choice of a self-contained cabin that sleeps 4 attached to the shearers quarters, 5 comfortable shearers quarters with a camp kitchen with all the extra's of home including TV and lounges.
Camping for caravans and campers, with 4 powered sites and plenty of room for unpowered sites.
Coorabie is a sheep property with crop growing also of wheat, barley and oats. Enjoy a tour of the woolshed. The kids will enjoy feeding the miniature horses some carrots, and you may spot wombats in surrounding paddocks on dusk. Great country drives abound with Coorabie farm as your base.
Leon and Deb's country hospitality and knowledge of this country community make for a great stay. Enjoy a camp fire dinner and learn of the local area history. Coorabie Farm is 18kms from Fowlers Bay which is a gorgeous spot, with fishing, swimming, whale and seal watching, and amazing sand dunes for the adventurous 4wder's.Nearby is Penong Woolshed, Tours can be arranged to Maralinga and The Head of The Bight for whale watching is an easy day trip. Mud map tours of the area are available.
Located 160km west of Ceduna, and the 14km east of Nundroo Roadhouse.
Bunking down facilities are available for larger groups up to 25-30 people. Perfect for fishing and tour groups crossing the Nullarbor. Amenities are clean and modern.
Unpowered Sites $ 20.00 a night.
Powered Sites $ 25.00 a night.
Accommodation $ 45.00 per person one night, if more than one nights stay each person is $ 35.00 per night. Linen is available at an extra $ 10.00 per person.
Private Aircraft Landing Area, please ring for permission. 900m long x 25m wide. UHF Channel 7
Enjoy a visit to Coorabie and see what this unique part of Australia has to offer.
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