Everyone (including myself) all have a wonderful long summer break ahead of us. Some people may have schedules which are just bursting at the brim, whilst others are struggling to find a cheap and simple holiday thrill. I like to think of myself as just in the middle of the two. Here is a list of some cheap (and chic) things to do in the holidays:1. Have a picnic in Hyde Park or the Royal Botanical Gardens.
Grab your friends, a picnic blanket, basket and a pair of sunglasses and have a blast just chilling out in the beautiful grassy terrains of iconic parks in Sydney. Listen to the surrounding crowds and buskers for a true taste of the calmer city on the cheap. Sandwiches, baguettes and fresh fruit platters are a must.
2. Watch a movie at Dendy Cinemas on King Street in Newtown.
If you love anything out of the ordinary and alternative, Dendy Cinemas and Newtown is the place to be these holidays. Dendy Cinemas is my choice for the best place to watch movies (other than home) because there are usually less crowds and a lot of international and local films available to watch. It is less mainstream in content and far more interesting.
3. Visit Bondi, Glebe and/or Paddington markets
Visit some iconic Sydney markets and make the most of a budget savvy shopping day in the outskirts of Sydney city. Markets are perfect for cheap items, knick knacks, vintage, clothes, accesories and food. Affordable and stylish, markets are easy ways to go out and have a good time.
4. Go magazine shopping at Mag-nation on King Street.
Mag-nation is this new store which has recently opened with some great success. Supplying a large range of local and international magazines from all over the world, mag-nation is the tabloid lovers ideal inner city mecca. From the New York Times to Vogue Nippon, Dazed & Confused to Vanity Fair, you'll be able to spend hours pondering over these glossies for some time.
5. Eat Yum-Cha in Chinatown.
So cheap and so delicious, Yum-Cha would have to be the daily alternative to cocktails in the morning. Enjoy the fresh aromas of steaming tea along with the many exotic Asian influences in the dishes. Visit a Yum-Chas place with your friends as it's even cheaper.
I'm positive this short list will keep you busy for a little while, if you need any more ideas, let me know!
