F is for Fiesta

Hoping the weather clears up here in Sydney, the sun has been away from my beautiful city for too long!

Either way be sure to make your way into the city this long weekend and to Fiesta in Darling Harbour. Fiesta this year will be the Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority's 20th annual Latin festival, and will consist of three days absolutely packed with dance groups, music well into the evenings, food, 14 dance classes which will be held throughout the festival, demonstrations, competitions, and to top it all off - a carnival street parade on Monday! 

Parking is available in the city and Darling Harbour, but like all events in the city I would recommend you take public transport for a stress-free day out.

To check out the action-packed program, learn more about the performers or download an event map visit the Darling Harbour website.

Take your Little Monkeys to the Zoo!

Every sydney-sider has been at least once, but come school holidays Sydney's Taronga Zoo is a venue that can't be missed. Tickets can be purchased online to save time and a kids ticket costs only $22 - great value for a full day out! 

Come along between the 2nd and 18th of July 2011 and the kids can also tackle the Herald Mystery Trail where they will collect all the clues to solve the zoo investigation.

And don't forget big kids have fun at the zoo too! Enjoy a walk through the jungle followed by lunch at one of the zoo's many eateries or share a picnic to enjoy the stunning views of Sydney Harbour.

All the advice you need to plan your day out is on the zoo's website.

The Two Best Views from the Bridge

So we all know that the highlight of any cash-flash tourist's visit to Sydney is the Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb. The combination of height, a touch of adrenaline, the best view of Sydney Harbour that $198-$298 can buy, and the awesome happy snaps to take back home make for a must-not-miss for visitors to Sydney. The bridge climb is well worth the payment and if you have the money to burn it ensures an unforgettable experience not only for tourists but also for locals wanting to know what all the fuss is about. 

In saying this, there is another option which should not be dismissed to quickly. It is not the same as the bridge climb experience but at only $11 entry there is an incredible view of the harbour to be seen from the top if the southern Harbour Bridge pylon. Truly a budget way to get an million dollar view.

Information for both experiences can be found on their websites at Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb and Pylon Lookout.