Bondi Beach Is for Anyone Who Loves Sun, Surf, and Showing Some Skin

About half an hour away from the heart of metro Sydney is a small crescent of sand called Bondi Beach. It's a magical place where days start at the crack of dawn (typically with a jog or yoga) and the vibe is young, hip, and...unnervingly friendly? Happy? Apparently, a little sunshine can go a long way. Who would have thought?

Photography by Mikaela Gauer

January 6, 2017

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Going for a swim is the perfect antidote to any hangover.
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Grownups and groms alike rule the shore breaks.

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Parrots and other birds start getting chatty at the crack of dawn.
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Bring your own fish.
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The energy is, apparently, very contagious.

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Golden hour.
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There's plenty of places to eat and drink, from The Bucket List to Hotel Ravesis to Neighborhood.

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Just some bros.
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Come on in. The water's warmish.
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Even when you're 8,000 miles away.
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Views.

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Also, for those who might be slightly thalassophobic: pools!
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How they maintain their beach bodies we'll never know.

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Truly, one of the friendliest places on earth.

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The cuisine? Not just açai bowls. (Although there are plenty of those, too.)
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To get the true Bondi experience, consider staying near the shore or in an Airbnb.

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