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The name Whale Beach can be deceiving. As far as I know there are no whales here, and no one I know has seen any. Not sure how it got it's name, but regardless, it's a beautiful beach also considered one of Sydney's "Northern Beaches". It is the next beach south from Palm Beach. This beach is off the beaten track, and mostly just locals go here. Not easily accessible by bus, unless you want to walk about 45 minutes. GREAT beach for swimming, body surfing, regular surfing, walking along the water's edge, sunbathing, swimming in the rock pool on the south end, building sand castles, or hang out with friends or family. Parking can be a bit of a challenge, but with a little patience, you will find a spot. Several nice places to eat here, as well as the standard fish-n-chips fare. Several years ago Bryan Brown and his family lived near here, and I'm sure there are other celebrities and well known people who live in this exclusive area. My friends got married at the restaurant overlooking the beach here and then took wedding photos down on the beach. Beautiful! What a great place for a wedding. If you want to be adventurous, the walk between Palm Beach (along the narrow road) and Whale Beach is very nice, there are many multi-million dollar homes and multi-million dollar views along this area. Hmmm...If i won the lottery, this might be one of the spots I'd buy a home. Spending a day at Whale Beach is a great way to spend a day and definitely off the beaten track. A day to remember. How about a picnic here?! Bring your sunscreen and bottled water. http://www.manlyweb.com.au/information/about_area/northBeaches.asp Leave a Comment Directions: Off the beaten track, this beach is accessible by car or if you really, really like to walk. The L90 bus drops you off on the main road, it's approx 45 min walk to the beach. I'd say rent a car, and enjoy the day & the scenic coastal drive! Website: http://members.ozemail.com.au/~russo/tour/whalebeach.html
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| | | | Beaches: COOGEE Beach - more than just a beautiful beach! | Tip Rating: | | | | |
This is a beautiful white sand beach and MORE. You can enjoy a swim, sunbathing, people watching, a surf, a picnic, a BBQ or hang out with friends. Right across the street from the beach are several streets full of restaurants of all types, various shops, pubs, clubs and night spots. Get some fish-n-chips, have a coffee or a beer, it's all here. There's also hostels and hotels. Book early! Buy some souvenirs, enjoy walking along the beach, soak up some sun, enjoy some live music, take a coastal walk, overall it's a great escape for the day! The Bondi Explorer sightseeing bus makes regular stops here throughout the day, and you can also easily reach Cooggee by car or regular bus. Bring your sunscreen and some extra drinking water. Not as crowded as nearby Bondi, and in my opinion offers far more. Leave a Comment Directions: only 15 minutes east of Sydney's CBD Website: http://www.members.optusnet.com.au/mons1/ Other Contact: sydneypass.info/bondiexplorer/
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| | | | Beaches: NEWPORT Beach - And Another "Northern Beach" | Tip Rating: | | | | |
ANOTHER beautiful beach!!! This is also one of Sydney's Northern Beaches located on the Barrenjoey Peninsula and also has beautiful golden brown sand, a Surf Lifesaving Club and nearby amenities. The beach is right next to many shops, restaurants, pubs, suprmarket, fruit & veg shops and surf shops. Grab some fish-n-chips and walk over to the beach and enjoy the view, the sea breeze and the local atmosphere. How relaxing! Enjoy a swim, a walk along the water, surfing, sunbathing, hang out with family or freinds and enjoy the day. Newport is a popular hangout for locals and some tourists who go a little off the beaten track! Be sure to only swim between the flags! Have sunscreen and some bottled water with you too http://www.epa.nsw.gov.au/beach/ar2004/sydneymetrop-09.asp Leave a Comment Address: Just over one hour north of SydneyDirections: Located approx one hour norht of Sydney and easily accessible by Sydney Bus or car. The bus stop is within an easy walk of the beach, visible from the main street. They also have a decent size car park. * Website: http://www.coastalwatch.com/cam.asp?cam=10040
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