Stay Longer and Save at Metro Apartments on King

Choose from the following Multiple Night Stay options at Metro Apartments on King for great value serviced apartment accommodation in Sydney: 

• Stay for a minimum of 2 nights and save $5.00 per night.
• Stay for a minimum of 3 nights and save $10.00 per night. 
• Stay for a minimum of 5 nights and save $15.00 per night. 
• Book and Stay 7 Nights at Metro Apartments on King and receive your 8th night FREE 

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Sydney Christmas Markets & Fare

Photo by James Horan and courtesy of Sydney Living Museums

Christmas Fare at Hyde Park Barracks Museum

Christmas is a busy time for families in Sydney with loads of festive events to choose from. This December, the Hyde Park Barracks Museum will also join in the festive celebrations with their Christmas Fare. This event showcases seasonal, sustainable and locally made food which are hand-crafted by over 40 of Sydney's best artisans, producers, chefs and urban farmers. They will be serving up delicious baked, pickled, smoked, crafted and poured delights.

Some of the highlights include charcuterie from Steph's Gourmet Foods, cheese by Pecora Dairy, Pepe Saya's Australian cultured butter, traditionally crafted loaves from The Bread & Butter Project, authentic New York bagel from the Brooklyn Boy Bagels, Carlson's Handcrafted organic fruit cordials and conserves, classic crumbles by the Dessertmakers, Christmas pudding to rival grandma's from PUD Inc, tea blends from The Vegan Teahouse and many others.

Photo courtesy of Sydney Living Museums

In addition to the sampling and shopping, you can head over to the pop-up bar and food stalls. Gourmet food available include fragrant Vietnamese broth from Bar Pho, a reworked American classic by the boys from The Nighthawk Diner, and succulent glazed ham rolls from sustainable meat providores Feather and Bone. There's also the the Hyde Park Barracks Café for more choices.

For a gold coin donation, you can visit Christmas Fare and source unique festive food and gifts for your own Christmas celebrations. Your gold coin also grants you access into the World Heritage listed Hyde Park Barracks Museum.

When: 4pm - 8pm
Phone: 02 8239 2311
Where: Hyde Park Barracks Museum
Cost: Gold coin donation
Website: sydneylivingmuseums.com.au/events/christmas-fare-artisan-food-gifts-your-festive-table
Source: http://www.weekendnotes.com/christmas-fare-hyde-park-barracks-museum/



Twilight Christmas Markets

St John's Anglican Church Darlinghurst is holding its annual Twilight Christmas Markets on Thursday 11 December 2014, from 5pm to 10pm.

This festive market will transform St John's Darlinghurst to a Christmas wonderland, bringing the excitement and anticipation of Christmas to Darlinghurst with its collection of local market stalls offering a variety of unique Christmas gifts. Whilst browsing and shopping you can enjoy live music performances and rest and refuel with some festive food at the food stalls.

There will also be entertainers performing around the market and a range of interactive activities, including a petting zoo and the rare opportunity to ride a camel just as the Wise Men did so many years ago!

Don't miss out on this fun community event. It has something for everyone.
So come along and bring some friends along to enjoy live music, great food and market stalls where you can get your Christmas shopping done early.

When: Thursday 11 December 2014, 5pm to 10pm
Where: St. John's Darlinghurst
Cost: FREE
Website: www.stjohnsanglican.org.au
Source: http://www.weekendnotes.com/st-johns-darlinghurst-twilight-christmas-market/

Easter Family Hot Deal - at Aspire Hotel Sydney

Easter Family Hot Deal - at Aspire Hotel Sydney

Aspire Hotel Sydney is conveniently located in a quiet Ultimo street. Ideal for families, we’re just a short walk to nearby attractions such as the Powerhouse Museum, Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre, Paddy’s Market, Chinatown and the Qantas Credit Union Arena. Accommodation consists of spacious and quiet rooms with a private balcony, some offering city views.

Enjoy a family getaway with our great value Easter Family Hot Deal from $145 per night.

Package includes:

• DVD player hire with 2 complimentary DVDs
• Aspire Easter chocolate bag
• Private balcony
• Children under 12 years stay free

Book now for Easter: http://www.aspire-hotel-sydney.bookings.metrohotels.com.au/easter-family-hot-deal-accommodation

Terms and conditions may apply, please see booking page for further details.

Easter Breaks Hot Deal - at Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour

Easter Breaks Hot Deal - at Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour

Treat the family to an Easter Break at Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour including a complimentary box of chocolates on arrival, and an upgrade to an Executive Apartment with Darling Harbour views, subject to availability.

Package includes:

• Our loft style apartments are fully serviced with plenty of room to relax and enjoy your stay. The bedroom and bathroom is located on the mezzanine level, flowing down to a fully equipped kitchen, lounge and balcony downstairs. 
• Complimentary WiFi
• Nearby Darling Harbour attractions are the Sydney Aquarium, IMAX, Australian National Maritime Museum, Tumbalong Park for concerts and events, and many more

Book now for Easter: http://www.sydney-metro-apartments-darling-harbour.bookings.metrohotels.com.au/easter-breaks-hot-deal-accommodation

Terms and conditions may apply, please see booking page for further details.

Easter Holiday Family Package - at Metro Hotel Sydney Central

Easter Holiday Family Package - at Metro Hotel Sydney Central

This Easter we have the best school holiday deal.  Our Easter Holiday Family Package is terrific value.

Package includes:

• Stay at Metro Hotel Sydney Central and take advantage of our family-friendly accommodation that includes two double beds (for two adults & two children 0-12 years)  
• Complimentary welcome Easter treats upon arrival 
• Complimentary WiFi
• Plus the family can enjoy a full buffet breakfast daily

Book now for Easter: http://www.metro-hotel-central-sydney.bookings.metrohotels.com.au/easter-holiday-family-package-hot-deal-accommodation

Terms and conditions may apply, please see booking page for further details.

Easter Family Getaway - at Metro Hotel on Pitt

Easter Family Getaway - at Metro Hotel on Pitt

Treat the family with our Easter Family Getaway from $310 per night.

Package includes:

• Accommodation in a Superior Queen & Single room for up to 2 adults & 2 children
• Easter chocolates on arrival, complimentary Wifi
• Sydney Attractions family pass (two adults & two children 0-12 years) to your choice of any two attractions including: Sydney Tower Eye; Sea Life Sydney Aquarium; Madame Tussauds; Wild Life Sydney Zoo; Manly Sea Life Sanctuary

Book now for Easter: http://www.metro-hotel-on-pitt.bookings.metrohotels.com.au/easter-family-getaway-hot-deal-accommodation

Terms and conditions may apply, please see booking page for further details.

Sydney’s New Year's Eve 2014 Fireworks Display

The annual Sydney New Year’s Eve fireworks are about as good an advert for the city as it is possible to have.

Paid for by the local Sydney government, the spectacular display is one of the first New Year’s celebrations to be beamed around the globe every year.

The municipal authorities, not generally known for their modesty when it comes to Sydney’s charms, describe their city as “the New Year's Eve Capital of the World” – and they’re quite right in this instance. Each year brings a different (fairly broad) theme. Last year was “Shine”, the previous year was “Embrace”, and this year it is “Inspire”. 

It truly is one of the most memorable places you will find anywhere to welcome in the New Year, with the balmy Australian summer and the wonderful harbour setting making it ideal for spending the build-up outdoors in convivial company.

That said, its popularity does create its own problems – with some areas around the harbour throbbing with crowds. With a little bit of planning and insider knowledge, you can make sure you find the ideal spot to see in the New Year 2015.

Do I need a ticket?

The short answer is no. If you don't want to pay, you don't have to - there are plenty of vantage points that do not require payment. However, there are many ticketed events, many of which will be booked up well in advance. See here for the full rundown of what’s going on.

Many places will already have sold out – some of them with astonishing price tags.

When are the displays?

It’s not such a stupid question. There are, in fact, two firework displays in the Sydney. The first is at 9pm, a “family fireworks” event before the main event at midnight. If for some reason you’d rather watch the main event from your hotel television with children tucked up in bed (good luck with that), the early showing will allow you to get back.

Where should I watch it?

The "front row seats" – the area around Circular Quay and the Botanical Gardens – inevitably are the most popular. Many old Sydney-siders think you get a better perspective from the North Shore, as well as marginally less competition for a patch of grass to watch the show.

Those who like to toast the coming year should note that many vantage points do not allow any fizz (including the Central Business District). Some include alcohol in their ticket price. Others do not allow Bring Your Own (BYO) alcohol. If this is a New Year prerequisite for you, be sure to check.

On the water

Alternatively you could take a Harbour Cruise(newyearsevecruise.com.au). Note that you’ll be on the boat for a long evening – typically, setting off at 6pm and you usually have to bring your own food but you’ll have a great, uncrowded, view of the fireworks.

When should I arrive?

Get there early, or miss out (picture: Getty Images)

The broad advice is simply to get there early or you will miss out. Competition for spaces can be fierce. People even start camping out the day before the event in some places. Even in areas where pressure to bag a spot is less intense, plan on spending most of the day there - by noon, many places will already be full. The vantage points information on the official website will have live updates on whether or not they have reached capacity.

Specific information on vantage points will be published on the main website in November: Sydney New Year vantage points

Transport

Don’t even think about driving. Sydney – never the best city for traffic – is simply nightmarish at this time of year due to road closures and crowds.

Extra public transport is in operation to get spectators home after the event. Again, it’s worth planning your journey in advance. Do so attransportnsw.info.

The official Sydney New Year's Eve website also allows you to sign up for updates about road closures and transport disruption.

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