OH! Magazine - Australian Version November 2016 | Page 22

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Gla mping Out at White Sands Holiday Haven in Huskisson

DISCOVERING HEAVEN IN THE
SHOALHAVEN
Analee Matthews uncovers the finest that NSW's Shoalhaven region has to offer.
ith an abundance of amazing
surfing spots, isolated coastlines
and breathtakingly beautiful landscapes,
it’s no coincidence that the unspoilt
Shoalhaven is one of Australia’s best travel
destinations to recharge and relax.

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The Shoalhaven is uniquely bordered by
mountains, coastal plains and 109
magnificent beaches, and includes 49
towns and villages. From Sydney, it’s an
easy 160km drive south, while from
Canberra it’s a mere two and a half hour’s
drive north (around 200km); so whether
you're seeking a relaxing weekend away
with family and friends, or an active,
adventure-seeking holiday to get out of the
city, the Shoalhaven is a destination to
consider.
In the lead up to visit the region, I spoke

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with the world's number one professional
surfer Tyler Wright, who hails from the
Shoalhaven – her dad taught her to surf at
the local breaks of Mollymook at the age of
nine!
Tyler has been instrumental in the
development of the new guide book
Surfing Shoalhaven,
which reveals
inspirational stories from both the locals
and the pros, recommended surf breaks
(including a few lesser known locations),
and other tips for getting the best from the
area.

waves, surfing and experiencing the area.
No matter what
time of year it is,
or whatever swell
and wind combinations
are on hand, you can
always be guaranteed
to find some decent
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Following are some of the highlights from
the region, that we recommend you pop at
the top of your 'must do' list, whilst
visiting.

'In all my years of travel and of all the
places I've seen and experienced, there's
truly no place I enjoy coming back to more
than the Shoalhaven region,' Tyler says.

GLAMPING OUT (www.glampingoutcaravans.
com.au) @ WHITE SANDS HOLIDAY HAVEN
TOURIST PARK (huskissonwhitesands.
holidayhaven.com.au)

She adds, 'I'm constantly searching for

Personally, the thought of traditional

Pa m Burridge Surfing School in Mollymook Beach