Hot days, hot deals and hot events for Summer in New South Wales

Spring has sprung in Sydney! No Images? [Click here]( Summer, we are so happy to see you! Sydney and New South Wales shine in the warmer months, with outdoor adventures, festivals, [events]( and more all under a sparkling sunny sky. Get your tickets now for a kaleidoscope of creativity at the [Sydney Festival]( or join likeminded fans for the [Parkes Elvis™ Festival](. Discover your inner Jedi at [STAR WARS™ Identities: The Exhibition](, take to the water for the [2019 Mirror Dinghy World Championships]( or bag a [great deal]( with AccorHotels. Then there’s time to sit back and plan your next wine weekend with our [brand new coffee table book](. What are you waiting for? [FIND OUT MORE]( [GET YOUR TICKETS FOR THE SYDNEY FESTIVAL]( Big ideas and big performances take centre stage at the [Sydney Festival](, the city’s most vibrant cultural celebration, running from 9-27 January. With jaw-dropping cabaret, epic art installations, international theatre, modern Indigenous work and exhilarating music gigs, it’s a kaleidoscope of creativity. There’s plenty of free events, including Sydney Symphony Under The Stars in [Parramatta Park](, Circus Comes To Town weekend in Prince Alfred Square, art installations at [Carriageworks]( and expert talks at UTS. [FIND OUT MORE]( [DISCOVER YOUR OWN STAR WARS IDENTITY]( Journey to a galaxy far, far away with [STAR WARS™ Identities: The Exhibition](, now on at the [Powerhouse Museum](. Go behind the scenes of the movie making process with 200 rare treasures from the Lucasfilm archives, including original costumes, props, models and artworks. See BB-8, R2-D2, the Millennium Falcon, Yoda and Darth Vader up close. The interactive exhibition encourages you to explore your own identity and learn about the forces that shape you, to create a unique Star Wars character of your own. [FIND OUT MORE]( [WHERE THE RIVER IS JUST THE BEGINNING]( Your Summer adventure starts with the iconic [Hawkesbury River]( – but that’s just the beginning. Swim, [paddle](, [cruise]( or fish along the calm waters, then set up [camp at a picturesque riverside site.]( The region is one of the [food bowls]( of the State, so you can follow [farm gate]( trails and pick fresh produce. Explore winding trails on foot or on [horseback,]( fly through the trees on a zip line and stop for a drink at a convict-built pub. [FIND OUT MORE]( [SAIL AWAY ON SYDNEY HARBOUR]( Get ready for serious sailing and serious fun at the 2019 [Mirror Dinghy World Championships]( from 31 December 2018 to 6 January 2019. The mirror dinghy is a two-handed boat that’s fun and easy to sail, with kids and adults getting involved in 12 days of competitive sailing and family-friendly events. Spectators can get in on the action of this exciting Summer event on the [harbour]( with vantage points across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs and on [Shark Island](. [FIND OUT MORE]( [UNBEATABLE SUMMER DEALS FROM ACCORHOTELS]( It’s starting to feel like Summer! That means it’s time for a hot break with [AccorHotels](in New South Wales – and a hot deal. With over 50 hotels to choose from in [Sydney]( and across the State, you can spend your holiday exploring spectacular coastline and [golden beaches](, adventuring through lush [national parks](, or shopping, [eating and drinking]( along vibrant city streets. [Book early](, stay longer and save up to 25%*. [FIND OUT MORE]( [TURN THE PAGES ON NSW WINE]( Take a journey through the State’s 14 acclaimed wine regions with New South Wales Wine Country, a 128-page [coffee table book]( that’s perfect for wine lovers. Learn about our unique terroir, diverse grape varieties and passionate winemakers. Explore local produce, outstanding restaurants, fun attractions, food festivals and events, and get the practical details you’ll need. It’s the ultimate companion for planning your next gourmet adventure. 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