Sydney Whale Watching: Early Sightings and Safety Tips

a whale jumping out of the water

Sydney welcomes most of its visitors during the summer months but 8.7 million visitors travelled to the Harbour City for winter last year. Between Vivid, Sydney Comedy Festival and unforgettable whale watching experiences, there’s much more to Sydney beyond the its beautiful beaches and sun-soaked summers. Destination NSW is, in fact, leaning into the ‘coolcation’

7 best ocean pools in Sydney

An oceanside pool, filled with clear green water, is surrounded by rocky terrain and wooden structures

There are more than 44 ocean pools and harbour baths in Sydney, with almost every beach in the city having their own swimmer’s sanctuary. These are our favourites. Head to any major stretch of sand in Sydney and you’ll find an ocean rock pool at either the north or south entrance. The majority of Sydney’s