Located five minutes’ walk from Bondi Beach, the Beach Road Hotel – or the Beachie, as it’s known to its regulars – is a great hang-out for locals and visitors alike. And with the fantastic musical talent on offer, you might find yourself becoming a regular too.

Beach Road is home to a selection of different bars, each with their own vibe. The front bar caters to sports fans, with pool tables up the back and big screens showing AFL, League, Union and soccer games up the front. The back bar is an excellent choice for food, or go out on the terrace for a lazy afternoon drinking beer in the sunshine.

Head upstairs and you will find more food and drink – and on certain nights, you can try your hand at some pub trivia. On special occasions you will find the place jumping. You can try your hand at two-up on ANZAC Day, or check out the talent during the annual Miss Bondi competition!

But on to the more important stuff – music!

Different nights host different types of music, from Indie to World Music, from Hip Hop to Funk. From the best up-and-coming artists to well-loved favourites, Beach Road has seen them all.

Listeners of triple j will recognise the sounds of Fire! Santa Rosa Fire! and San Cisco, who both played recently. Hip Hop favourites Thundamentals and Joelistics have also been on the line-up, along with many other known and unknown artists who have all rocked the stage and the Beach Road crowds.

If you love intimate gigs, then this is the place for you. Bands get amongst it – they are not separated from the audience by burly bouncers and a high stage. Whether you prefer to put down some moves at the back of the crowds, or get close enough to see the sweat on the lead singer’s upper lip, you can do it at Beach Road.

So check it out. For great live music at a great venue, head down to Beach Road Hotel at Bondi!

From the folks who bought you The Rum Diaries, Cream Tangerine is the local bar on Sydney’s most iconic beach, Bondi, which has been established to change the face of Bondi.

Located on the balcony of the Swiss Grand Hotel in Bondi, Cream Tangerine is the perfect place to head to on those sunny summer afternoons with friends and family to enjoy a great evening out. Cream Tangerine is all about the Boogie Nights and the sophisticated Casino life, all without the formalities and the hassle of traveling!

Cream Tangerine’s open courtyard overlooks Bondi beach with rounded bars offering an atmosphere that is incomparable to any other location in Sydney. This means you can enjoy a relaxed afternoon, enjoying the company of friends while looking out to the beautiful sunset or the starry night foregrounded with Sydney’s most spectacular beach, Bondi!

For those who enjoy a drink or two… or maybe even three, there is the bar! At the bar you will find there is a martini for everyone, each offering a different taste to tickle your fancy. But don’t you worry, the menu not only serves up some of the best drinks in town, it also caters for those hungry bellies with some of the greatest signature dishes of the Australian diet such as burgers and BBQ. They also offer Cream Tangerine tapas plates and cheese plates, all at affordable prices so you don’t carve a hole in your wallet.

Although set outdoors, Cream Tangerine is still bustling and noisy which caters for a perfect night out amongst Sydney siders, tourists and our favourite Bondi locals!

Bondi has a lot to offer to it’s visitors, locals and tourists including a surf and sand culture unlike any other. But it is also home to some of Australia’s most beautiful marine life and now the secrets of life underwater are on show at the Marine Discovery Centre located at Bondi Pavilion.

The Discovery centre overlooks Bondi’s beautiful beach just behind the ‘Bondi Rescue’ Lifeguard Tower.

This underwater experience is like no other as guests are able to soak up the magnificent views and see the diverse and abundant life that exists underwater. The centre exhibits real fish in aquaria coupled with audio-visual experiences which transports visitors through Bondi’s amazing marine life all within 30 minutes and without getting even the slightest bit wet.

The journey starts at the Visual Reality Diver Transporter show which takes you up over Sydney and then down through Bondi’s sandy beach, amongst the intense waves and back to the golden shores. Next you are taken to a room which holds a full scale model of the Bondi Boulders, complete with amazing visuals and ceiling projections which will leave you enchanted. Amongst the boulder are little aquariums where you can get up close and meet the local marine life including scorpion fish, crabs, sea stars and the latest edition to the centre, the baby Port Jackson Sharks.

After your personal meet and greet with the sharks you are taken to the Bondi Blue cinema where you get a tour of the rest of Bondi Bay. This film projection took 2 years to make and gives a fish eye’s view of the hidden habitats of Bondi. You will also get the chance to visit the rockpools and pet some of the marine life there.

This experience is one that is nothing short of magical and guaranteed fun for the whole family. So pack the car and head down to Bondi today to experience marine life like never before!

For more information, booking prices and opening times, please visit: http://www.marinediscovery.org.au/

Bondi is rich with Australian culture, excitement, leisure activities and fun all around. But it can be difficult to see all of this at once.

Discover Bondi is an all Australian tour group which makes discovering one of Sydney’s most iconic beaches, a breeze!

You can discover every element that Bondi has to offer all in one convenient day which means that you get to soak up all the excitement and still have plenty of time left for personal leisure when making a trip down to Bondi.

With Discover Bondi tours, you get to experience the surf culture of Australia’s favourite beach by visiting the most iconic landmarks and most interesting sites Bondi has on show.

You have the chance to go inside and behind the scenes of lifesaving clubs in Bondi which means you may also get the opportunity to see some recording of the famous TV show, Bondi Rescue.

You can learn about the history of Bondi and it’s surf life saving club as well as get to meet some of the iconic stars from Bondi Rescue.

Tour guides will also show you around to some the hottest hot spots in Bondi including the renowned Ice Bergs where TV icon Oprah Winfrey, visited back in 2010. Some packages also include the opportunity to receive guided lessons on surf and life saving methods which means you get a taste of the true Bondi lifestyle.

Discover Bondi tours offers a range of 3 separate tours, each tailored to suit the needs and requirements of every person. You are guaranteed to be impressed by their service and satisfied with the tour.

So if you haven’t already made plans, get on it now!

For more information on Discover Bondi’s Tour packages, please visit: http://www.discoverbondi.com.au/

Sculptures by the Sea is the annual sculpture exhibition held on some of Sydney’s most beautiful coastlines and is now on exhibition at three prime locations including Aarhus, Cottesloe and the most popular venue, Bondi.

Founded by David Handley, Sculptures by the Sea offers a unique experience for almost everyone, of all ages and backgrounds. Handley believed art should be free and what’s better than to view some of the most exciting art forms in a beautiful setting such as the beach.

Since 1997, Sculptures by the Sea has been presenting some of the best art works created in Sydney and abroad. It explores the abstract and diverse nature of life which brings together understanding and unity amongst people. The exhibition offers visitors the chance to soak in some of Australia’s best art pieces, statues and sculptures in an unreal setting overlooking the beach and Sydney’s coastline.

Such a setting for this exhibition, makes for an unforgettable and unbeatable experience as you walk across the coastline enjoying the crisp cool ocean breeze while viewing art in the most unique way possible.

The Sculptures by the Sea located at Bondi is one of the most popular and renowned exhibitions held in Sydney. With over 89 pieces of art on display, there is a multitude of colors, shapes and sizes to observe- with at least one piece sure to interest you.

This exciting experience is most incredible because it is free! It is now on exhibition at Bondi from the 3rd of November till the 20th of November- so get there now and check it out. Take along your family and friends, your camera and enjoy the scenic sights and amazing works!

For more information on other locations, dates and information on how to get there, please visit:

http://www.sculpturebythesea.com/Home.aspx

On such occasions you shouldn’t look past Bondi beach. Bondi beach is the perfect destination to spend a hot summers day at in the company of family and friends, enjoying the heat, the water and the fun of the sun.

Luckily for those people who do value a great meal or a quick snack after spending a day in the summer heat, Bondi is booming with tonnes of little snack shacks, restaurants, bars, grills and bars that can definitely satisfy your needs.

One of Bondi’s most popular restaurants is Ice Bergs which is renowned for classy and sophisticated dining that everyone is guaranteed to enjoy!

Although it is a bit more on the expensive side of the menu, Ice Bergs is a great venue to hit up if with family and friends and looking to conclude the evening with a hearty yet gourmet cuisine that is sure to have you coming back for more.

However if you are not looking for the most expensive dining location and would much rather prefer a quick and easy meal prepared on the spot for you to enjoy then look no further than Bondi Rock Café. They offer quick and easy on the go meals for everyone to enjoy which means you can satisfy your cravings and hit the beach faster.

Bondi also is home to one of many Hog’s Breath Cafes which offer premium quality steak and meats as well as vegetarian dishes which everyone will enjoy. The menu is not pricey which means you can get the satisfaction of dining in at a relaxed and ambient location without having to carve a hole in your wallet.

There is also an abundance of smaller cafes, bars and tuck shops that are available for quick and easy foods which means that you will never find yourself being hungry when you’re visiting Bondi.

For more information and a complete list of food locations please visit:

http://www.bondivillage.com/food.htm

But what makes Bondi different? Although it has long been known as a great location for a dinner by the sea or a few drinks after a surf, more and more these days the crowds simply go there to get away from the high stress atmosphere and strict dress codes of the inner city pubs and clubs. While in Bondi people may have to walk a little further or wait a little longer for the bus they are far less likely to be challenged on things like wearing a t-shirt with thongs or getting kicked out because the club is full.

It’s this come-as-you-are attitude that is making places like Hotel Bondi increasingly popular. With its lack of entrance fees, half backpacker half local crowd and practically non-existent dress code it’s easy to see why people would prefer it to the over populated and overpriced clubs that the Sydney CBD is famous for. In recent years there is even a growing market for upscale cocktail bars like the Hotel Ravesi’s Drift, with polished interiors and astounding views, where people can have a relaxed and intimate night with friends in a classy location.

Even for those people who aren’t necessarily looking for dinner or drinks Bondi remains one of Sydney’s cultural hubs, all centered around the famous Bondi Pavilion. From classes in things like pottery and music to live plays and performances to art exhibitions, the Bondi Pavilion is waist-deep in modern Australian culture and is sure to have something for everyone, be they local or tourist.

At the end of the day Bondi is one of many beaches in Sydney. But it is unique as a nightlife and cultural destination within Sydney and, most times, this has nothing to do with its beach.

Finding the perfect destination can be a task at times especially if money is sometimes a bit of an issue. But not to fret!

This year, it’s time for you to consider one of Sydney’s very own hot spots and ultimate getaway destinations- Bondi Beach!

Bondi has been renowned for it’s popularity across the globe having even greeted huge stars such as Oprah Winfrey.

The destination is close to home, easy to get to and most importantly affordable as chips.

Getting to Bondi is simple. You can bus, train, taxi or even drive down on your own to get to the destination. It is easily accessible to all kinds of people, visitors, locals or eve tourists so getting there should be no trouble at all.

This effectively means you are immediately cutting out the costs of those airfare prices for you and your family or friends which essentially is one of the most costly aspects about traveling.

Now for the most important part- accommodation! When people look to getaway they want certain features or benefits of having to not be at home and this is where the importance of accommodation kicks in. No one wants to stay in a place that is overcrowded or unclean.

So here are three of Bondi’s top accommodation venues that are not only affordable but cater for all different purposes:

Woldorf Serviced Apartments: http://www.bondi-serviced-apartments.com.au/

Swiss Grand Hotels: http://www.swissgrand.com.au/

Bondi Backpackers: http://www.bondibackpackers.com.au/

Each of these accommodation venues have certain features that will meet the requirements of any individual regardless of if you’re traveling with family, friends, partners or on your own!

So here is a quick run down:

In the late 1800s and early 1900s, the popularity of sea bathing became immensely high which effectively caused great concerns about public safety on the beach. It was evident that everyone loved dipping their bodies into the blue salty water of Bondi’s beach however not everyone knew how to swim so drowning occurrences were often.

In response to this growing culture of bathing at Bondi beach, the worlds very first documented surf lifesaving club, The Bondi Surf Bathers’ Life Saving Club was established in 1907.

From here on, Bondi’s shores were constantly being patrolled by members of the surf lifesaving club who wore their distinct red and yellow colours so that whenever trouble occurred on the beach, they were easily identifiable and approached.

In these early years of the life saving club having been formed, many key features, rules and regulations were developed regarding surf rescue including some Australian made inventions regarding lifesaving.

Not long after, this lifesaving movement spread across New South Wales and then to the rest of Australia and slowly across the globe, educating young lifesavers and surfers about beach safety.

With the constant presence of life savers on patrol, beaches became increasingly more popular not only for swimming but also for other recreational activities such as surfing, body boarding and in some locations fishing.

The Surf lifesaver holds an iconic importance in Australia’s culture because thanks to such a movement, our beaches all around Sydney are well protected and open for all visitors, locals and tourists to enjoy.

Surf lifesavers have rescued over 520,000 people in the last 80 years since records have been kept- and it all began at Sydney’s very own Bondi Beach.

When you’re in Bondi, living the life of ultimate relaxation and comfort mixed with style and enjoyment, you want to look and feel your best. So perhaps it’s time you visited Escape Beauty- Day Spa and Laser Clinic.

They have all the solutions to your beauty needs.

Located conveniently on Bondi Road in Sydney’s most popular beach, Bondi, Escape Beauty Clinic is one of the most popular and sought after clinics in Sydney for beauty purposes.

They have a friendly team of staff that will assist you with professional advices and service that is sure to have you impressed. They can help you by guiding you and recommending specific treatments which could enhance your look and give you an unbelievable glow, perfect for when summer comes around!

If you’re after a general beauty makeover with a customized facial and skin treatment, Escape is the place to go to. They offer customers specific and unique treatment to suit your particular skin type ensuring that your skin is treated with care and gentleness.

Escape also offers invigorating body scrubs for customers to help remove dead skin cells and help promote healthy new skin- perfect for those individuals who have experienced skin problems in the past. Before performing any services the staff at Escape will thoroughly examine your skin type to ensure they are providing you with their best service.

You can also arrange a long and much needed relaxing massage with one of the Escape Clinic therapists and masseurs who will give you an unbeatable and incomparable massage which will alleviate all the tension built up in your body from a long week of work.

And now, Escape Beauty also perform laser hair removal procedures for those individuals who wish to rid themselves of unwanted hair in those specific areas. They have A-grade lasers which will ensure a pain-free and quick yet comfortable process performed by some of the leading hair removal specialists in Sydney.

At Escape Beauty, they pride themselves in offering the highest and most premium quality skin care services as well as professional state of the art usage of equipment which is guaranteed to ensure your visit to the clinic is always a pleasant one.

For more information or to make a booking, please visit:

http://www.escapebeauty.com.au/