The Hiding Place

A bird takes shelter from the afternoon sun. The only problem is this pesky dude who simply won’t leave it alone. Maybe if it stared at him harder……

Idyllic

Sydney is a picture of idyllic peace from this vantage spot in South Head, perched up on The Gap.

The Gap, Sydney

The Gap is an unfortunately-named (brings to my mind generic and overpriced clothing) but utterly dramatic ocean cliff in Watsons Bay, Sydney. A short ferry ride away from Circular Quay, it is a bit far off from the main action, but rewards visitors with one of the best ocean views in Australia. High craggy cliffs, …

Heebie Jeebies

For a grown man, I have an embarrassing aversion to spiders and large insects. And one thing that the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney has in abundance are spiders, hiding ninja-like among the trees and shrubs. The Golden silk orb-weavers are known for the big intricate webs they craft, which turn golden yellow under the …

Sydney Harbour Bridge

I know I’m repeating my shots. But what the hell- this grand dame of a bridge deserves it. Opened in 1932, the Sydney Harbour Bridge connects the Sydney CBD area to the North Shore. The arch of the bridge is formed by two 28-panel trusses, and at its tallest point, measures over 130 meters above …

Metal Jungle

The first time it hit me that Sydney was an expensive city, was while I was researching things to do there. The idea of a sunset climb on the Sydney Harbour Bridge struck me as wonderfully iconic. What better way to experience a sunset than a carefree romp (that was before I discovered the blue …