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The Urban List. For all you thrifty folk, heading out in Sydney doesn't have to include a heavy price tag—here are 50 fun, tasty and often free things to do in Sydney for less than a $50 note. 1.

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Soak up the beautiful views while kayaking on Sydney Harbour. A double kayak comes in at just $40 for the hour at Rose Bay Aquatic Hire. 2. Take a step back in time by discovering the grisly relics of Goat Island's convict past. 50 Things To Do In Sydney If You're Single. The world can be a joyless, lonely, desolate place if you’re single.

50 Things To Do In Sydney If You're Single

If all your mates are in relationships, you so often seem to be left at home twiddling your thumbs while they do interesting and fun things like go to musical theatre, have brunch and go on staycations. None of those things can be done solo. There may be a solution to your current relationship status woes. Heard of Winger? It’s a brand spankin’ new idea that’s going to shake up your social life and, more importantly, get you off the couch. If the thought of copious babes and free drinks doesn’t do it for you, here are 50 things to do in Sydney if you’re single. Literally twiddle your thumbs.Watch all 10 seasons of Friends back to back. Too shy to go it alone? Image credit: Wedding Crashers. Sydney’s 9 Best New Cafes 2014. It is an exciting time on Sydney’s eating and drinking scene, with new cafes popping up left, right and centre.

Sydney’s 9 Best New Cafes 2014

It can be difficult keeping in the know with all of Sydney’s happenings and so we have round up the best new cafes to hit our streets. Greenheart EspressoThe green comes from the vibrant wall colour and the heart is infused within the menu’s inspiration, Greenheart Espresso is the CBD’s newest cafe treasure. From the team who brought us Bronte’s La Locanda, Fiona Bloomer and Andrea Vagge, this delightful cafe has Little Marionette coffee brewing, as well as a neat choice of sandwiches and salads on offer. Try the soba noodle or quinoa salads, and you can’t go past sandwiches made with artisan loaves by Brasserie Breads. Showbox Coffee BrewersManly’s newest hot spot, Showbox Coffee Brewers is all about enhancing the local community scene.

Abattoir BluesBoasting the cafe trifecta of baker, deli and bar, Abattoir Blues has got it all—hence making our best new café hit list. We Know Melbourne - Suburb Guides. Suburb Guides Discover Melbourne's hidden gems with our hand picked guides Are you looking for great restaurants in Melbourne CBD, or popular bars in St Kilda?

We Know Melbourne - Suburb Guides

Then look no further. Our dedicated concierge team has pored over hundreds of Melbourne establishments with countless hours of research – eating, drinking, shopping and exploring their way around this great city. Our goal is to ensure that our guests get to experience the very best of Melbourne. We are happy to be able to share with you the fruits of their labor. City Guide Melbourne is city of endless creativity when it comes to eating, drinking, shopping and culture. Download our City Guide here. CBD Westside Guide The CBD is full of wonderful restaurants, cafes, bars and more. 10 HOT SYDNEY TIPS. Wednesday, November 6, 2013 Just landed in Sydney?

10 HOT SYDNEY TIPS

Have no idea what to do? Where to eat, where to drink? We got you covered. Here’s 10 great things about Sydney. Bondi to Bronte walk followed by breakfast at Bronte Beach (see Walkabout Sydney) Without a doubt one of the most spectacular walks in Sydney. Dinner at Nomad, 16 Foster Street, Surry Hills +61 9280 3395 (see map) The restaurant that’s in everyone’s mouth. Try our Sydney Eats guides while you’re at it: Tight Ass Sydney EatsSydney EatsDan Hong’s Sydney Chinese FoodSydney Sushi A day Bondi Beach with a lunch at Icebergs or Seans Panorama Spend the day cruising Bondi shops, perhaps take a swim in the northern corner and finish the day with a long lunch at one of these two restaurants, both YOLO must’s.

Sean’s Panaroma, 270 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach + 61 2 9365 4924 (see map) If your mum was the finest cook in the world, she would be on the hot plates at this incredibly satisfying Bondi institution. Sydney Beer Gardens and Rooftops. The Ten Best Dessert Spots in Sydney. It's a tough job, researching Sydney's best dessert places.

The Ten Best Dessert Spots in Sydney

But what can we say? We're committed to hard-hitting research and bringing the public the stories they need to know. Whether you're looking for something to have after dinner or you've got a sweet tooth at any and all times of day, Sydney's got dessert options for every kind of budget. Gelato Messina Don't be intimidated by the massive line out the front of Gelato Messina's flagship store in Darlinghurst; it moves fast and it's there with very good reason. 1/241 Victoria St, Darlinghurst; Mon - Thu 12pm - 11pm, Fri - Sat 12pm - 11:30pm, Sun 12pm - 11pm; www.gelatomessina.com Hartsyard With stuff like poutine, fried chicken and pulled pork with maple bacon on the menu, it's easy to forget to leave room for dessert at Hartsyard. 33 Enmore Road, Newtown; Wed - Sun 5.30pm - late; www.hartsyard.com.au N2 Extreme Gelato.