The Australian state of New South Wales is also known as the ‘First State’ or ‘The Premier State’ by the locals. While the original locale comprised of other areas, including New Zealand, these areas were separated during the 19th century, giving birth to the neighbouring states of Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania. New South Wales hosts a destination that has been a beloved tourist spot since 1885, The Entrance.
The terrain is bordered by a channel on the north which is the entrance to the Tuggerah Lakes. As a result, the area was given the name of ‘The Entrance’. Believed to have been discovered by European travellers to Australia in 1796, accommodation in the area has developed greatly with new hotels with a global reputation, such as Oaks Waterfront Resort, being established. Residing in The Entrance resort options such as this will provide tourists with the opportunity to access the beautiful beaches and lakes of the area, and the iconic town centre, while also being in an excellent position to visit a number of surrounding vineyards.
The Entrance is the ideal destination for a weekend holiday, especially for those in New South Wales, for the ambience of the town provides a contrast to the hustle and bustle of the cities. During such a weekend holiday, tourists can begin their day by exploring the Norah Head Lighthouse where a panoramic view of the beach and the ocean awaits them. After the tour, and perhaps a leisurely walk on the beach, holidaymakers can opt for a delicious picnic at The Entrance Beach and save a few titbits for the multitude of pelicans that the area is well known for at the Memorial Park in the afternoons. They can then complete the day by swimming in The Entrance ocean baths and thus, experience an idyllic day during their vacation.
Uditha Dharmawardhane is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Roland Lefevre. He specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe.
