Why Port Stephens is a Great Place to Learn

Why Port Stephens is a Great Place to Learn

From indigenous studies to marine life, Port Stephens is a haven for apprentices. Any seasoned traveller will tell you that exploring great places is like learning from a great teacher. Port Stephens in New South Wales is a place that deserves a space on your bucket list. It has pristine beaches, magnificent dunes, marine species, […]

A Weekend Travel Guide to Port Stephens

A Weekend Travel Guide to Port Stephens

Maximise your weekend vacation at Port Stephens The idyllic Port Stephens, around 2.5 hours north of Sydney, is a panacea to every adventurer’s thirst for water and land sports, wildlife, and beautiful landscapes. The pristine beaches and adorable bottle-nose dolphins make it a perfect weekend getaway for family, group buddies, and romantic couples. Fun activities […]

8 Must Do Things in Port Stephens for 2022

8 must do things in Port Stephens for 2022

You’ve arrived at The Retreat, you’re smack bang in one of the most beautiful parts of New South Wales, what to do next? There’s plenty to explore and do, here’s a few suggestions for you to get the most out of your stay in Port Stephens. Breakfast at Inner Light Tearooms Could there be a […]

Budget Ideas For Groups When Visiting Port Stephens

Budget Ideas For Groups When Visiting Port Stephens

Tips to enjoy your trip to Port Stephens while on a budget. A retreat to Port Stephens with friends and loved ones is good if you have the cash to splurge. But what if you are travelling on a shoestring budget? You don’t need to break the bank to enjoy Port Stephens. Nature has its […]

Best Places to Whale Watch in Port Stephens

Best Places to Whale Watch in Port Stephens

From onshore to onboard, where to see the whales when they go by Whales are amazing creatures and we can find ourselves spending countless hours, watching and waiting for their playful antics as they migrate. With national parks making up around 50% of New South Wales’s coastline, we are spoilt for vantage points to watch […]

Group Getaways in Port Stephens

Group Getaways in Port Stephens

There are a number of reasons people decide to travel or take a quick trip as a group. From getting away with a group of friends to socialize or visiting a place you’ve always wanted to go, to take advantage of group discounts, team building or traveling to a see or take part in a […]

5 Perfect Winter Getaway Ideas in NSW

5 Perfect Winter Getaway Ideas in NSW

Winter is on its way – days spent sunning yourself on the beach and balmy nights spent outdoors are a fading memory. But don’t let the winter weather dampen your spirits! If you’re keen to get out and about in NSW this winter, but you’re unsure of what entertainment and excitement there is to be […]

Top 10 Port Stephens holiday ideas for the solo traveller

Top 10 Port Stephens holiday ideas for the solo traveller

Here are our Top 10 solo traveller holiday ideas for Port Stephens Far from being lonely or boring, travelling solo can be exactly what we need to rest, relax, and rejuvenate. Travelling on your own allows you to dance to the beat of your own drum: you can do exactly what you want to do, […]

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

If you want to know more about Koalas, the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is the place for you! The Koala Sanctuary provides visitors with a unique opportunity to view koalas in their natural habitat, and the local guides know pretty much everything there is to know about caring for koalas – from the human help […]

Port Stephens School Camp Accommodation

NSW School Camp Venue 2019/20 Packages - Port Stephens Accommodation - The Retreat Port Stephens

What is a School Camp? The idea of going on a school camp can mean one of two things. The experience of ‘going on or to a camp’ could mean going to any suitable venue which offers group accommodation, or it could refer to the actual venue that hosts the physical activities as well as […]