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Neon sign outside a bakery in Sydney's Chinatown

19 Fun and Unusual Things to Do in Chinatown, Sydney (and Nearby)

January 15, 2022 by Helen from Differentville

At first glance, you might not think there’s a lot of unusual things to do in Chinatown, Sydney – but if you know where to look in the myraid of restaurants and small alleys full of shops that fill the area you’ll find all sorts of fun things to eat, see and do…. particularly eat. …

Close up of a smiling dingo at Bargo Dingo Sanctuary

Trying the Dingo Encounter at Bargo Dingo Sanctuary

December 28, 2021December 19, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

If you’re looking for something fun to do to break the journey between Sydney and the Southern Highlands, we have the perfect suggestion – a trip to the Bargo Dingo Sanctuary where dingo cuddling is the order of the day.

burgers from Karens Diner in Sydney. A jukebox is in the background

Good Food, Bad Service! What Really Happens at Karen’s Diner in Sydney

December 28, 2021November 14, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

I’ve been here ten minutes. The waiter has insulted my dress, complained about my beer order and flounced off muttering ‘whatever’ once I placed it. He’s now standing looking at his phone ignoring all demands for attention. Normally this would be time to call for the manager, but this is Karen’s Diner in Sydney – and rude service is all part of the fun.

What Happens on the Amazing Co Mystery Picnic, Sydney?…

December 28, 2021October 19, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

A Mystery Picnic is kind of like a scavenger hunt for food – but, is it really a great way to spend a day in Sydney? We found out what actually happens on the Mystery Picnic in Sydney’s Darling Harbour and The Rocks.

Rainbow artwork made of shipping container. One of the fun things to do in Perth

26 Fun and Unusual Things To Do In Perth

December 28, 2021September 24, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

If you’d asked me how many unusual things to do in Perth would be on this list before I went there, I’d probably have said less than 10 – but boy was I wrong. I found so many fun and different things to do on this trip, there was a brief discussion about moving there! …

John Forrest Tavern just outside Perth has it's own mob of roos that like to join you in the beer garden. What happened when we had a schooner with Skippy.

Where to See Kangaroos in Perth: The Amazing John Forrest Tavern And Other Cool Spots

December 28, 2021September 6, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

One of my fondest travel memories was visiting a beer garden in Germany frequented by deer – we drank steins, they nibbled grass – it was great. So when I read that the John Forrest Tavern and its beer garden of friendly kangaroos near Perth, Western Australia was probably the best place to see kangaroos …

Secret Trails Sydney & 5 Other Fun Sydney Scavenger Hunts to Try

December 28, 2021July 31, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

Are you a local who thinks they know Sydney really well – or would like to? Or, are you looking for a fun way to explore the city that taxes your brain as well as helps you explore a few sights that perhaps the other tourists don’t see – then why not try a Sydney …

Sydney Opera House during Vivid - one of the fun things to do in Circular Quay

31 Fun and Unusual Things to do in Circular Quay

December 28, 2021July 3, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

Chances are if you’re visiting Sydney, you’re going to end up in Circular Quay. It’s the access point to the Opera House, the place where you get on the iconic Manly Ferry, it’s home to bars, restaurants and buskers with didgeridoos, but alongside enjoying all these things, there are also some less well known, more …

20 Fun & Unusual Things to do in Broken Hill & Silverton, NSW

December 28, 2021June 19, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

The old mining town of Broken Hill is famous for pubs, art galleries and drag queens. If that wasn’t enough, the tiny town of Silverton next door was where Mad Max 2 was filmed and has a herd of roaming donkeys that like to visit the pub and meet the people… it’s no wonder it’s …

Street art mural of Steve Irwin in Adelaide

30 Unusual & Fun Things To Do In Adelaide

December 28, 2021June 12, 2021 by Helen from Differentville

Adelaide is known as the city of churches – but there aren’t any of those in this article. There are however 30 other quirky, fun and unusual things to do in Adelaide that you might want to try. 1. Hire a BBQ Buoy These floating round boats are available to hire at Pinky Flat, close …