I had thought with our airport becoming an international hub it would be well prepared and an…read moreupgrade. While it's great being able to international now, it didn't seem to be thought out at all. International departures had no ability to refill water bottles and I was told to fill from the taps in the toilets. It might be fresh enough to use, but really, how hygienic is it to this this since crap floats around at every flush. Wasn't impressed. On arrival back into the country, many of us did not have a pen to fill in the arrivals form. There were two small desks for the arrival of a plane load of people, and no pens to be seen. When we were given 3 pens to share, we all had to lay on the floor to fill out our forms. I'd like to know who the people are running this show. Have they been out of the country?? I could offer a few tips on travelling. Our airport does have good things going for it and I love that we have this available. I don't think it has been thought out well enough though. We will have more international flights arriving and it could barely cope with one. I can see some big problems and delays about to occur. Let's hope for continued improvement and safe flights to great destinations.

Not the flashiest or largest of the domestic airports to grace Australia and there are almost no…read moreshops once you get in through security. It's get in check in and wait in the one main lounge for you gate to open. You can't get lost there is only one section with 3 gates. It is quite cool looking across the airfield to the RAAF base though, we got to see a Hercules Helicopter today!

Well, there is probably not much of a call for this place to be all that fancy, since it is…read morebasically a small wharf in a small town on the other side of the river from Newcastle. When the ferry is running, you generally don't have to wait for long for it to come, and there are some nice signs around here telling you of the history. Oh, and there are some public restrooms nearby as well, which makes it somewhat better than the one of the other side of the river.

I definitely find Cardiff one of the better stations. The platforms have a fresh look after their…read morerenos' a couple of years back. And now ticketing is primarily Opal cards. 'Don't forget to swipe'. Cardiff station is a major stop on the Newcastle line, so I know I can get 'on and off' here on every train that is coming past. Long platforms also means I don't have to travel in the last four carriages. Choices choices!! Lifts are available for those who need help with getting their bags to the platform. Glad those days of climbing the mountain of stairs up and down with heavy bags are done! I'd give this station a 5 star if it had a cafe. ;) Happy travels!!

What fun this place is!…read more Located in the Hunter Valley along a country road - this 25 acre farm property is pretty cool. Run by Marie (Maureen?) our fantastic, hardworking hostess: these antique train carriages brought in from New Zealand proved to have a lot of personality. Each one is different and while the themes are a bit cheesy (Royal, Safari..), they're a real piece of history. each is equipped with proper bedroom, living room, toilets and full kitchen facilities (TVs, music, books to borrow, etc. too.) Some have a patio area -- some a small deck. there's even one you could really have a business retreat/meeting at. if you're not keen on the carriages, check out the guest house which sleeps 10 with it's two loft spaces. Enjoy a swim or a little tennis, or take a nice walk on the ground. located next to the bike rentals property, it would be great to rent a bike and find your way around hunter valley and 'home' to Krinklewood Cottages for a stay. highlights of our trip include a billion stars at night, two schnauzers and the pair of kangaroos we saw on our way back from dinner in town. if you're looking for something different, check out Krinklewood. :) Beware: there's no AC inside - though it cools down quick at night. Also: bugs! if you're a city slicker and/or not from Australia - this might not be the place for you. the ant are big. but outside only. bring mossie spray- just in case. Date of stay: 12/29-30/14

I probably wouldn't say that this is as far as you can get on Sydney's electric intercity rail…read morenetwork, but you are getting pretty close when you land out here. Basically this is the last station before you hit the Newcastle Interchange, and it is actually a rather nice looking railway station. In fact it has been recently redone up as well. Quite nice.

Had an amazing time with 3 of my friends on an ATV tour today! The views were absolutely amazing…read moreand our tour guides, Ross and Travis allowed us to find our inner-rebellious sides while making us still feel so safe. Definitely recommend to anyone traveling to the Sydney area!

Went for a surprise birthday sunset sail and had a fabulous time! Mark and Rose are a superb crew…read moreand host/hostess--thank you both! They served outstanding food and wine, with many choices of both wine and champagne available. Definitely a five-star operation!!

If you are in the Hunter Valley then there is a good chance you a tourist, if so, then you should…read moredrop in when you arrive. They have lots of pamphlets, gifts, info iPads, a wine tasting area and of course the people behind the desk. We stopped in, grabbed a map and the lady behind the desk highlighted/annotated everything that we might have wanted to know about. There is also a cafe here but we didn't check it out.