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Discover Sydney on an Aboriginal Tours

By Jay Chabon

One of the best ways to get started discovering more about Sydneys rich Aboriginal heritage is to participate in a dedicated Aboriginal tour. As Australia’s first peoples are the oldest living culture on earth, the Australian history visitors to Sydney learn extends far beyond the history of European settlement. By learning about indigenous Australians connection to … Continued

Pyrmont Festival

By Jay Chabon

It’s been a long-time coming but spring-fever is well and truly blossoming. Out with the throw blankets, hot chocolate and umbrellas and hello the great outdoors. A breath of fresh air it is then, indeed, to turn our attention to the Pyrmont Festival, which is slated to take place this September. The Pyrmont Festival, which … Continued

Marvel at Oz Comic-Con

By Jay Chabon

If you love pop-culture, meet your Mecca: the Sydney stop of 2019’s Oz Comic-Con. The event, which debuted in Australia in 2012, takes place three times per year today, occupying space on Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney’s calendars. If you’re contemplating what to do at the popular conference this year, there really is something for everybody. … Continued

The Connective Power of Cooking

By Jay Chabon

Here at Song Hotel, we’re full of suggestions about great places to visit for mind-blowing food and drinks. But another exciting way to get to know Sydney’s eclectic menus is to learn how to make the food of the city for yourself. Sydney abounds with cooking schools ready to give you a crash course in … Continued

Song Hotel named finalist in social enterprise award

By Jay Chabon

It’s exciting times at Song Hotel. Our business has just been named a finalist in the Excellence in Social Enterprise category at this year’s NSW Business Chamber Business Awards. The Business Awards celebrate business excellence in NSW by highlighting businesses whose impacts inspire other businesses and business people. As a finalist in the Social Enterprise … Continued

Sydney’s best busker spots

By Jay Chabon

They’re not household names but Sydney’s buskers are part of the pulse of Sydney street life. The best ones — be they jugglers, fire breathers or instrumental virtuosos — have the chops to ingratiate themselves to a crowd too. When you’re part of the pedestrian traffic out and about in Sydney, you’ll inevitably find yourself … Continued

Sydney winter is heating up with fireside food and drink spots

By Jay Chabon

With winter starting to growl, the gentle crackle, toasty heat and woodsy perfume of the fireplace is at the apex of its irresistibility. In Sydney, you’ll find spades of eating and drinking venues that recognise this and accommodate with atmospheric fireside service. Here are some of the notable venues with fireplaces to warm your spirits … Continued

Sydney through the eyes of winter walking

By Jay Chabon

As the days go stout and the temperature falls in Sydney, heading out for a walk is a great way to discover the transformative impact the cold months have on the city’s character. Whether you want a new perspective of Sydney (and beyond) through rainforest trails, coastal walks or urban terrain, winter is a unique … Continued

Sydney Opera House hits all the high notes

By Jay Chabon

The Sydney Opera House sails are one of Sydney’s most iconic landmarks but there’s a lot more to get to know about the Opera House on the inside. With a range of leading arts organisations — including Opera Australia, Sydney Theatre Company and the Australian Ballet — calling the venue home, the events calendar is … Continued

Tour Sydney’s vintage stores for a new you

By Jay Chabon

Mainstream shopping centres are the obvious starting point for retail therapy in the city but they’re so obvious there’s a chance you will end up in the same jumper as that shopper over there in the food court. Savvy fashion hounds know this. Savvy fashion hounds know there’s an alternative. Sydney is ample with second-hand … Continued