Alex Keshen, Author at Weekending

Alex Keshen

Alex has been working in the travel content space for more than 15 years and has become an expert at stretching every dollar and annual leave day when travelling. She’s worked for and written content on sites including Traveloka, Travelzoo, Finder, the Huffington Post, Travel Daily and Explore Travel. As long as it fits within her budget and paid time off constraints, she spends her weekends anywhere a flight sale will take her or within driving distance of Sydney.

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February 14, 2026

Best wineries in the Hunter Valley

Growing grapes since the 1820s, the Hunter has nearly enough wineries for each year it’s been producing wine. Here’s our favourites.
February 11, 2026

Candlelight Concerts in Sydney | Review

The 60-ish minute show featured plenty of Beatles hits played on two violins, a viola and a cello that surprisingly didn’t have us missing the drum beat at all.
February 11, 2026

Best time to visit Vanuatu

Compared to the daily grind, it’s safe to say that just about any time is the best time to go to Vanuatu. Tropical islands, laid-back vibes, quiet beaches, lush jungle. It really is paradise.
February 9, 2026

10 destinations perfect for weekend trips away from Sydney

Beaches, mountains, wineries and urban escapes — we’re lucky enough to have it all within driving distance of Sydney.
February 9, 2026

Japanese restaurants in Newtown we visit over and over again

Newtown is packed with affordable eats that go way beyond kebabs and Thai takeaway. And luckily, that includes Japanese food. One of our favourite cuisines, it’s flavoursome, healthy and can be very affordable.
February 8, 2026

Cool boutique motels in NSW to check into for a retro stay

Boutique hotels were always a bit chic, but now, it’s the motel’s turn to shine again. And these are the boutique motels on our NSW list.
February 7, 2026

Port Stephens: Where to go, where to eat and where to sleep

After spending a few weekends in Port Stephens over the years, here’s our picks for the best things to do, top restaurants and more.
February 6, 2026

6 Sydney coastal walks everyone should have on their bucket list

From the unrivalled city and harbour views to spotting whales’ fins flapping against the deep-blue Pacific, walking along these tracks will (almost) never feel like exercise.
January 21, 2026

Ultimate guide to every single Sydney beach

Home to dozens of beaches, Sydney’s coastline simply sparkles in summertime. And if you’re looking for somewhere new to go, are keen to try catching a wave somewhere different, or are looking for some snorkel inspiration, you’re in the right place.
January 13, 2026

6 of our favourite Sydney Harbour beaches

If you’re not a die-hard surfer or are keen to dodge the waves, there’s plenty of beaches along the harbour that are well worth a visit.