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Did You Know Katoomba is A Slow Town? How To Best Enjoy The Blue Mountains!
The rugged Blue Mountains is one of the most stunning regions around Sydney with its characteristic eucalyptus forests, dramatic cliffs and stunning views as far as the eye can see. Only about a 1.5-hour drive northwest of Sydney, the area is popular with weekend visitors. The small picturesque Blue Mountain village roads usually fill up on Saturdays and Sundays with city slickers enjoying the rural life, perusing the antique shops and artisanal bakeries. The crown jewel of the Blue Mountains is the quaint little town of Katoomba. But did you know that Katoomba is an official Slow Town? It is one of Australia’s three Slow Towns, also called Cittaslow. Never…
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Sydney Nature Bonanza – The 5 Walks I Love Most!
Happy Australia Appreciation Month! It’s time to explore a new region and what better place to discover than the diverse country of Australia! There is never a dull moment with so many different landscapes, climates and natural wonders to discover. Over the next few weeks, we will explore some of my personal favourites here in Downunder. Today we start in Sydney, away from the usual tourist haunts. There is no better way to see the city from its best side than by getting into nature. And Sydney has plenty of it. Let’s discover my favourite top 5 hiking trails in and around the city! Since Sydney is my new home,…
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Exciting Sabah – All You Need To Know About Borneo’s Mystical North!
What comes to your mind when you hear the word ‘Borneo’? Is it untamed rainforests, elusive Orang-Utans, ancient head-hunter tribes, amazing dive sites or Asia’s highest mountain, Mount Kinabalu? The federal state of Sabah in Borneo’s north is home to all of these natural and cultural highlights. Even though the Malaysian side of Borneo only occupies one-third of the island, they made sure they got the best part! Join us today as we get to know the ins and outs of Sabah and explore the state’s capital Kota Kinabalu. Thanks to lovely Joanne from Downbelow Adventures, we have once again a local to take us around and show us the…
