To the third edition of Eat Play Stay: Port Stephens, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter.
Autumn is a wonderful time to visit these regions.
The crisp days of autumn are settling in, with golden leaves falling and a refreshing chill in the air.
Within these pages, you'll find inspiration to make the most of your stay, there is so much to explore, you might just have to come back.
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In the Hunter, we've highlighted some top spots for a day trip and upcoming events to pop in your diary.
Meanwhile in Port Stephens, we cover the vibrant dining scene and give great ideas for hiking where you can enjoy the scenic beauty of the area.
There are also ideas of what teenagers will enjoy.
If you want to bring your family pets, we also mentioned places where they are more than welcome.
Explore Newcastle and Lake Macquarie's best eats and drinks, and read all about the great places to play in nature.
Newcastle boasts a vibrant vintage shopping scene, offering a wealth of unique finds.
Discover the best spots to uncover one-of-a-kind treasures.
As usual, we bring you our staff recommendations for each area and hope you'll find somewhere to explore over the next few months.
Happy reading and safe travels,
From the Eat Play Stay team.
