#sitestosee

[dannidoc]

Sites seen with my baby cousin. He took me to a place with historical economic value. Valuable history here. Panama Canal. #Danni_Doc #panamacanal #sundaywithfamily #history #sitestosee #letsgetit #letsdothis (at Panama Canal)

[dboogie22]

They look like #honeycombs #lightingdesign #lookup #Mexico #MexicoCity #ig_mexico #basilica #basilicadeguadalupe #beautifulspaces #travelgram #latergram #sitestosee (at La Villa, Basílica De La Virgen De Guadalupe)

[ozzie2ptoh]

What's to See?

Tourist Attractions

Some of the most magnificent sites to see in Australia are national landmarks. These monuments serve as a part of the identity of Australia, and more specifically Sydney. The Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Opera House are recognizable attractions that bring in business while creating an opportunity unique to being in Sydney. These monuments stand tall and create a sense of national pride throughout the community. The Habour Bridge and Opera House are two locations that are considerably responsible for putting New South Wales as a necessary destination on a travelers map.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

According to Australia.gov.au the Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of Australia’s most well known landmarks, which officially opened on March 19, 1932. Almost 15 years short of being 100 years old, this bridge is the world’s largest standing steel bridge, with its peak over 130 meters above the harbor. In 1998 the bridge became open to tourists, as they were now capable of climbing the monument. The Bridgeclimb is not only a huge attraction and on the top of every tourists to do list while visiting Sydney, but the Harbour Bridge is also a large driver for the economy as it brings in a large scale of revenue from paying for the climb experience, as well as tolls. After participating in the Bridgeclimb, I personally feel it is safe to say that this is the most spectacular view to ever be visualized of Sydney. Our group was able to experience this opportunity during Vivid, a lightshow where different artistic creations are projected throughout the city. At the top a member of the Bridgeclimb staff stands atop the bridge and takes everyone’s pulse. As we stood at the top for a brief moment it was almost a euphoric moment. I felt on top of the world, as well as at an extreme level of peace, although I was exactly sure if this was just the numbness from the cold temperatures. This was definitely a unique experience that I would recommend to every person who visits Sydney.

Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House is not only a national treasure but also an international monument. The Opera House is several different types of performances such as dance, music, theatre, opera, and musicals. It also hosts different restaurants and bars, and stores for shopping. I regrettably was unable to attend a show or performance, but I had the opportunity to have several meals at the Opera Bar and the Opera Kitchen. Both of these restaurants overlook the harbor, as well as the Harbour Bridge, with dinning outside on the water in sight of the Opera House. The monument is most notably known as an architectural masterpiece, with different rooms and venues scaling of a variety of sizes and interiors. It holds the second largest in door venues. It also holds a room that are said to have spectacular views of the harborside. The Opera House has undergone recent renovations; however, keeping in sight the vision of the initial architect, Jaron Utzon. Utzon received the Pritzker Prize, an international architecture’s highest honor. Utzon, unfortunately passed away in 2008, but not without leaving behind a international landmark and a prestige architectural legacy.

I also had opportunities to travel throughout the harbor on numerous ferry rides, and a mid-day cruise on an authentic tall ship. We sailed around on the boat for about 4 hours, learning history of the area and the boat, experiencing how the crew lives, because many of them actually live aboard the ship, while enjoying the morning with brunch and good company. These landmarks and their significant location could not be more majestic. It was amazing to be able to see the city and these monuments up close and from afar. The city, bridge, and Opera House were visible during time on the boats and ferries, as well as from Watsons Bay, a city a short ferry ride away. Here we were able to see the entire skyline from atop of a boulder that also overlooked the ocean. This is another location I would recommend as it gives perspective to how spectacular these monuments are. Traveling around the harbor, eating wile overlooking the water, and even just simply visualizing the Habour Bridge were just a few of the luxuries of our location in Sydney. If I could go back I would like to be able to go to a performance inside one of the Opera House many venues. The architecture was described as majestic and even emotional. Each venue specifically captures the art in which is performing. This is one opportunity I missed out on in Sydney, and wished I had taken an hour of my day for a tour. The inside of the Sydney Opera House will forever be a mystery. Well, hopefully not forever. 

http://www.bridgeclimb.com/the-bridge/the-build/

http://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/About/Venues.aspx

http://australia.gov.au/about-australia/australian-story/sydney-harbour-bridge

[exploringcapetown-blog]

101 Things to do in Cape Town

101 Things to do in Cape Town

1 Enjoy a traditional braai with your hosts at Afton Grove

2 Visit Cape Point, where 2 oceans meet

3 Enjoy a romantic picnic at nearby Cape Point Vineyards

4 Visit Noordhoek Farm Village

5.Dinner at the Cape Town Fish Market, Steenberg (fresh fish & sushi)

6 Walk to Chapman’s Peak from Silvermine nature reserve

7 Boat cruise from Hout Bay to see Cape Fur Seals

8 Eat with renowned chef Frank Dangeraux at the Food Barn , Noordhoek cooking demonstration on Wednesdays

9 Swimming at Fish Hoek Beach

10 Bird & Hippo watching at Rondevlei

11 Visit the Simon's Town Waterfront

12 Surf at Long Beach, Noordhoek

13 Catch crayfish at Kommetjie (in season)

14 Watch the trek fisherman at Fish Hoek Beach

15 Seafood lunch at Chapman's Peak Hotel

16 Deep sea fishing for tuna from Simonstown

17 Take a 7km beach walk on Noordhoek beach

18 Camel riding at Imhoff's Gift

19 Walk in the arboretum at Tokai

20 Swim with African Penguins at Boulders Beach

21 Take a "Topless bus tour" of the Peninsula

22 Sunset beach ride on Noordhoek beach

23 Pick mussels from the rocks at low tide at Scarborough

24 Abseil from Chapman's Peak

25 Open air summer concert at Kirstenbosch

26 Whale watching from False Bay coastline

27 Visit Groot Constantia historic wine estate & picnic under the oaks

28 Walk up Table Mountain (there are many routes)

29 Dine at La Colombe Restaurant, Constantia (top restaurant in South Africa - booking essential)

30 Seabirdwatching at Kommetjie

31 Fynbos walk at Cape Point Nature Reserve

32 Harbour House Restaurant – watch the waves crashing onto the floodlit rocks below, whilst enjoying seafood

33 Play 18 holes of golf at Clovelly Country Club

34 Take a yacht charter from the V&A waterfront

35 Visit the toy museum at Simon's Town

36 Walk in the Bo-Kaap area above Cape Town

37 Shopping at the V&A Waterfront

38 Visit the gemstone factory and scratch patch near Simon’s Town

39 Scuba Diving in False Bay marine reserve

40 Visit the VOC Castle in Cape Town

41 Body surf at Muizenburg

42 Visit the “old-worlde” fishing harbour at Kalk Bay

43 Walk in nearby Tokai forest

44 Take a 3hr trip & tour to Robben Island (pre-booking essential

45 Visit Masiphumelele informal settlement

46 Walk to historic stone-age cave site – Peer’s Cave in Fish Hoek

47 Golf at Simon's Town

48 Dinner at Mariner's Wharf in SA's original Waterfront, Hout Bay

49 Scenic coastal train ride from Muizenberg to Simon’s Town

50 Swim at St. James tidal pool

51 Tennis at Clovelly

52 Birdwatching at Cape Flats Wastewater Plant (Flamingos a highlight!)

53 Visit Windmill Beach, one of False Bays secret hideaways.

54 Lunch at River Cafe, Uitsig, Constantia

55 Cycle tour of Cape Point

56 Visit the Simon's Town Maritime Museum

57 Thursday evening at Cafe Roux, Noordhoek - braai/potjie plus live music.

58 Visit Noordhoek artists by appointment

59 Go caving in the Kalk Bay Mountains

60 Walk up Elsie's Peak, Fish Hoek

61 Snorkelling off Sunnycove, Fish Hoek

62 Visit Sandy Bay (nudist beach) via Llandudno

63 Spend the morning enjoying the sparkling pool at Afton Grove

64 Evening at the Theatre on the Bay, Camps Bay

65 Visit the antique route at Kalk Bay

66 Walk in Kirstenbosch Gardens

67 Visit Hout Bay’s lively working harbour

68 Evening at the “Toad in the Village” pub and restaurant, Noordhoek

69 Fine dining at Catharina’s, Steenberg Wine Estate

70 Search for Knysna Warbler at Constantia Greenbelts.

71 Walk along the Jagger walk between Fish Hoek and Sunny Cove

72 Rock angling at Rooikrans, Cape of Good Hope

73 Visit the fascinating Two Oceans Aquarium, V&A Waterfront

74 Shop till you drop at Cavendish Square, Claremont

75 Finest coffee & fresh baked cake at the Easy Dig Cafe

76 Visit Butterfly World

77 Enjoy tea under the oaks at Noordhoek Farm Village

78 Touch the cheetahs at Spier Wine Estate

79 Ballet at Artscape theater

80 World of Birds, Hout Bay

81 Visit the Reptile park at Kommetjie

82 Sea Kayak from Simon’s Town to Boulders Beach

83 Indoor Karting at Kenilworth race track

84 Moyo dining and cultural experience at Spier

85 Visit the Ostrich farm at Cape Point

86 Do the "four museum walk" through the heart of Cape Town

87 Stargaze at Cape Town's Planetarium

88 Visit the crocodile farm near Paarl

89 Wine tasting along the nearby Constantia Wine Route

90 Walk up to Just Nuisance grave in Simon’s Town

91 Take a helicopter flip around the Peninsula

92 Shopping at Greenmarket Square - local arts and clothing

93 Great White Shark safari from Simon’s Town Harbour

94 Take a ride on a night train from Spier Wine Estate

95 Guided hike with Mike Wakeford on Table Mountain

96 Maynardville / Spier / Oude Libertas open-air concerts at night

97 A favourite - 6 course lunch at Boschendal, Franschoek (booking essential)

98 Horse ride on Noordhoek beach

99 Walk to the waterfall at Silvermine - take a cold shower

100 Sundowners on Cape Town’s Lions Head

101 Traditional Cape Malay dinner with your hosts at Afton Grove