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Treat yourself to Halloween in Sydney

By Jay Chabon

Tossing on a bed sheet with holes for eyes and ambling down your street for the neighbours’ expired Fantales is one way to spend Halloween but there are plenty of other ways to get in the spirit too. Whether you’re into Halloween for the laughs, the screams or the parties, Sydney’s Halloween scene is thriving … Continued

Faith in Sydney’s religious tourism

By Jay Chabon

Religious sites such as churches, temples, mosques and synagogues might be places to worship but they’re appealing places to be a tourist too. Whether you’re primarily interested in history, architecture, culture or religion/spirituality, there are plenty of experiences to have visiting Sydney’s worship spots. Here are four Sydney worship sites – some super close to … Continued

All killer and no filler on Sydney’s crime tours

By Jay Chabon

True crime might be a morbid indulgence for some but it’s an illuminating window into the culture and history of places too. In Sydney, a number of tour operators who specialise in educating tourists about the most heinous things the most heinous people have done in the city, recognise this. Follow engrossing tour guides to … Continued

Discover New Ways to Find the Old at The Rocks

By Jay Chabon

Sydney’s renowned heritage district The Rocks is a nirvana for history lovers. Some discover this when they brave the ghost tours. Others lace up for the virtual walking tours and many recommend the museums. With heritage so palpable and ubiquitous within the picturesque waterside village, getting to know The Rocks’ diverse histories is an exhilarating … Continued