Every now and then, in today's frantic roller-coaster ride of a life, we just need to stop, get off the ride and take a breath. A holiday in Port Stephens is the perfect antidote for a busy life and gives you a chance to get back to basics, rediscover the things that matter and enjoy life's true pleasures.
Why Families Love Port Stephens
Enjoyed by the likes of locals and tourists for its laid back lifestyle and beach culture, Port Stephens is a must visit destination for families. From animal encounters to aquatic experiences and bush walking adventures - there are so many reasons why families are drawn to this ...

14th January 2022
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Holidaying with Kids
Port Stephens is perfect for a family holiday. It is just 2.5 hours North of Sydney, 1 hour North of Newcastle, 1.5 hours from the Hunter Valley and a short flight from Melbourne, Brisbane or the Gold Coast (Newcastle Airport is actually in Port Stephens and only ...

21st August 2020 (Updated 27th August 2021)
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Christmas Holidays in Port Stephens
Having a great family holiday at Christmas time is an Australian tradition and with all the public holidays over Christmas and New Year it really won't eat into your annual leave. So, where do you go? Do you really want to fill the car with luggage and kids and set off on an ...

18th August 2020
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How to get to Port Stephens
Port Stephens is on the East Coast of New South Wales, Australia and is approximately 220 kilometres North of Sydney (a 2.5 to 3 hours drive). Port Stephens is the name of the harbour (which is 2.5 times the size of Sydney Harbour and home to approximately 120 bottlenose dolphins ...

18th August 2020 (Updated 19th August 2020)
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Moving to Port Stephens
Port Stephens is a 'Blue Water Wonderland,' located on the East coast of Australia, just 2.5 hours drive North of Sydney and one hour North of Newcastle. Port Stephens is 979km2 and has a growing population of over 64,000 (and projected growth of 23,000 over the next 15 years). ...

17th August 2020 (Updated 18th August 2020)
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Family holidays in Port Stephens
Get Back to Basics with a Family Holiday in Port Stephens Every now and then in today's frantic roller-coaster ride of life, we just need to stop, get off the ride and take breath... A Port Stephens family holiday is the perfect antidote for a busy life. It allows you and ...

17th August 2020
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Port Stephens Family Reunions
Port Stephensis the ideal destination to get the extended familytogether for a family reunion. There is plenty to do for young and old (and everyone in between), there is plenty of accommodation to suit and it is so accessible (just 2.5 hours drive from Sydney or a short flight ...

17th August 2020
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Port Stephens Fishing Tournaments
The waters offshore are alive with marine life. We don't just have dolphins and whales that frequent our waters, there are also snapper, blue, black and striped marlin, yellow fin tuna, mahi mahi, sword fish and various species of shark. Port Stephensis known for game fishing, ...

14th August 2020 (Updated 18th August 2020)
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Port Stephens Photography
Port Stephens offers endless opportunities for photographers, from amateurs right through to professionals. The natural beauty of the area includes Port Stephens Harbour (2.5 times larger than Sydney Harbour and home to approximately 160 bottlenose dolphins year round), Tomaree ...

14th August 2020 (Updated 18th August 2020)
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Port Stephens Weekend Escapes
Are you in need of a weekend away, just a few nights to recharge the batteries? Then you should take some time to look at Port Stephens and all that we offer at Port Stephens Accommodation. Port Stephens is ideally located for a short break, just 45 minutes drive North of Newcastle, ...

14th August 2020 (Updated 18th August 2020)
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School Holiday Deals
Having a family holiday during school holidays doesn't have to break the bank and Port Stephens is the ideal choice for a family holiday. A holiday that you can all enjoy, not too far away and with the comforts of home (but not the chores!). Port Stephens is less than a tank ...

14th August 2020 (Updated 18th August 2020)
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Spring Holidays in Port Stephens
Spring is arguably the best time to visit Port Stephens with the weather warming up, the days getting longer, the beaches looking spectacular (and uncrowded), the dolphins are still here and the whales are heading back South with their calves and all the attractions, activities, ...

14th August 2020 (Updated 18th August 2020)
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Tastes at the Bay - Food, Wine & Jazz Festival
This event combines Port Stephens and the Hunter Valley's best local produce, wines and craft beers, with our local food and wine experts, and invites all food, wine and jazz lovers to join us for the weekend. The region will be alive with activites including lunches, dinners, ...

14th August 2020 (Updated 18th August 2020)
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Why visit Port Stephens?
We have the best walks in NSW! Everyone will tell you the same thing; Tomaree Head Summit walk will take some effort, but it is worth every single step! One of the most popular natural attractions in Port Stephens is the magnificent Tomaree National Park. But the 2.2 km return ...

14th August 2020 (Updated 18th August 2020)
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Port Stephens Valentine Escape
Want to really impress for Valentine's Day? What better way than a romantic escape, a few nights away in beautiful Port Stephens? Port Stephens is close enough for a short break, but far enough away to really relax and enjoy yourself. Just 2.5 hours drive North of Sydney, 1 ...

14th August 2020 (Updated 18th August 2020)
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Winter in Port Stephens
Why would you holiday in Port Stephens in Winter? Because Winter in Port Stephens is just as good as Summer and is a well kept secret. There is still plenty happening, it's the cheapest time to visit, we have a great climate (with an average daily temperature of 18 degrees celcius ...

14th August 2020 (Updated 18th August 2020)
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