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cornelia · #accommodation

Walking holiday - how do I find "rent a room for a night/bnb" accommodation without using Airbnb?

Hello everyone!

I'm planning a walking holiday from home to Newcastle and want to find places I can stay at on the way. I'll be walking with a backpack and sleeping in beds, I hope! It&… more

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ellypfeil · #barbecue

Milson Park BBQ?

Milson Park

So, I'm heading to Milson Park next weekend for a BBQ with friends. We're planning a big one, and I'm a bit worried about finding enough decent-sized, sheltered BBQ spots. It's supposed to be a bit… more

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monica · 12h

Milson Park BBQs are first come, first served. Get there super early, like ridiculously early – think before sunrise early. Weekends are brutal. The sheltered spots near the Opera House views fill up fast. If it's windy, the spots further back, closer to the Luna Park end, might offer a little more protection. Bring a tarp or something as a backup, just in case. Good luck! You'll need it.

ellypfeil · 12h · OP

Wow, okay. Before sunrise?! That's hardcore. Thanks for the heads-up, I didn't realize it was that competitive. A tarp's a good idea... I was picturing a leisurely afternoon, not a pre-dawn battle for prime real estate. Guess I'll be setting my alarm for, like, 4am then. Sheesh.