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Byron Bay and beaches are like fish and chips to the Brits, one would not be the same without the other and Byron Bay has plenty of beaches to offer both its residents and visitors including: Main Beach, The Wreck (named after the shipwreck 200m out), Watego's,Clarke’s Beach, The Pass, Belongil, Suffolk Park and Broken Head.
When you have finished with the beach, wander through the town and absorb the bohemian lifestyle and chilled out atmosphere exhibited through unique boutiques, cafes, bars, restaurants and artisans.
Byron Bay is home to some of the most spectacular waterfalls you have ever seen. But why are we drawn to the beauty of waterfalls? Well, they present a certain reassuring sense of order in a chaotic world of ever-present randomness. The order is evident when we see its graceful patterns or awesome geometric shape. When we see a natural waterfall flowing and mesmerizing us, we get the sense that things feel "right" and healthy. And of course what a great way to spend your day with mates.
Our lovely town Byron Bay is known for many things and one of them is definitely the live music. Australia's most easterly town is breathing arts; photography, painting, writing (among many others). But none of these are as obvious, when walking around town, as the art of music. If you walk along Johnson Street (Byron's main street) and don't come across at least 5 street musicians at any time of the day, then you must check for any signs of human life because that would probably mean it's the end of the world already.
When in Byron Bay it's good to know how to get around easily. After my first week in Byron Bay I can honestly say that the easiest way to get around is by foot. But for the ones who want to get around quickly or want to cross (relatively) big distances in the Byron Bay area, the best option is the bike. And no, I don't mean a Harley Davidson bike, but the more reliable bicycle.
If you are seeking a little change of pace and scenery from the sometimes frantic and cosmopolitan Byron Bay, somewhere else to consider visiting is the little town called Brunswick Heads. It is just an approx. 20 minute / 20 km drive north of Byron Bay (or you can catch the local public bus; called 'Blanches', see your in-house travel desk for a bus timetable.)
What is the one thing you can do regardless of the weather, temperature, travelling solo or with good company?... Visit a relaxing and calming good day spa!! Recently I had the pleasure of being able to get a treatment and massage at Buddha Gardens day spa, opposite the Byron Bay hostel where I work and run after other people's needs. It was time for some "me time".
You don't have to go far to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul. Lake Ainsworth, or more commonly known in the area as 'Tea Tree Lake', is an amazing fresh water lake located in Lennox Head which is about 15 minutes drive south of Byron Bay. It is here that locals will make a pilgrimage to settle their minds and to escape the hustle and bustle.
One of the first activities I did when I arrived in Byron Bay was the Kayak tour from Cape Byron Kayaks. The lovely team picked me up and dropped me near The Pass. After the instructions on how to paddle, I was ready to challenge the ocean! The hardest part of the kayaking tour is the entering and exiting of the ocean. Before you can enjoy the great view from the ocean, you have to fight through the waves which is very exciting because you sometimes have to charge huge waves.
A few weeks ago me and one of my fellow interns decided that it was about time to join the Trivia night at our hostel, the Arts Factory Lodge in Byron Bay! She had entered the quiz before and on her first time she won a Skydive! Now it was my first time and we were talking about the fact that it would be awesome if I would win something to. Together with an English couple we enthusiastically answered all the questions.
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