With three nights and two full days in Sydney, I didn’t feel too guilty sleeping in a bit and taking some time to relax. I had pretty much been nonstop go-go-go since leaving home, and despite wanting to get out and enjoy Sydney I also wanted to do some relaxing this trip.
Finally up and going, a look out the window; it’s pretty miserable when you have views like this from your hotel room. Almost makes you not want to leave…
Finally though, seeing the ferries coming and going, I decided that I wanted to get out and enjoy the time I had. One of my favourite things to do is a relatively short hike from Coogee to Bondi Beach, and it takes 2-4 hours depending on your pace, so off I went. I’ll tell the story in pictures, since I’ve posted about it before.
Waverly Cemetary 
Anyone know what this plant is? 
Amazing views 
Just a little cool, a gorgeous day for a hike 
Stunning 
At the end of the hike, I rewarded myself with a late lunch at Bondi Trattoria. Barely seared tuna pasta with chili oil was out of this world, and I absolutely devoured it.
Back in Sydney later in the day, I ran into one of the more terrifyingly-named businesses I’ve come across in a long time. One is bad enough, we don’t need an “alto ego!”
The next day was also gorgeous, so decided on another hike, but this one a bit longer, the Spit Bridge to Manly Beach hike. Again, I’ll tell the story in pictures.
I was pretty inspired on this one, and focused on trying to see what my (relatively) new iPhone XS was capable of. I admit I know pretty much nothing about photography, so if you want to comment with tips I’m happy to hear them!
I love the way the branch at the top and on the right side “frame” the shot 
The branches on the right do a nice job of adding perspective 
Anyone know what this flower is? 
Wild turkeys in Australia?! Who knew! 
Bit chilly after the hike due to a stiff breeze, so of course, had to have a flat white to warm up. I love how commonplace good coffee is in Australia!
As the sun set on the ferry back from Manly Beach, the wind whipped up and it was a freezing ferry ride back to Circular Quay. Lots of great shots tonight!
Harbour Bridge 
great view of the Opera House 
Someone wanted his picture taken!
As much as I liked those pics. we did even better!
So, that’s about it. I spent two days pretty much just relaxing and walking around enjoying the gorgeous weather and seeing the sights. I realize that I actually enjoy travel most when temps are 60-75F or about 15-20C, and I’ve been planning my trips more around the weather so I can enjoy hiking.
A great time in Sydney down, it was time to enjoy a little AvGeeking next…with Thai Airways First Class!
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That plant is a bottle brush – part of the callistemon family. Very famous Aussie plant https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Callistemon
Awesome – thanks for letting me know!
Inspiring. Will go back to ’Straya afta 193
If you are seriously interested in taking your travel photography to the next level, then I’d recommend you follow Brendan Von Son’s blog: https://www.brendansadventures.com/.
He started off as a travel guide before turning his passion for photography into a full time career years ago. He offers plenty of great tips on his blog regardless of what type of camera you are shooting with (including camera phones).
Best of luck with implementing some of his tips! Really looking forward how much your travel photography will change over time, especially with places that you seem to return to often, like Switzerland, South Africa, Germany, and Australia.
Thanks for the tip – I’ll definitely check it out!