Is Bondi Beach Worth The Hype? | Sydney Vlog 2 of 3

Sydney and Bondi Beach go hand-in-hand - but is Bondi really worth the title? We did some coastal walks, scoped out Bondi Icebergs and lean towards it being a bit overhyped... 🎬 Learn how to edit video with Dane - danegerandstacey.com/video-ed... ⬇ More Below ⬇
Welcome back to Australia and our 2nd vlog in this little 3-part video series from Sydney. In this one we travel to Bondi to explore the beach and check out the area.
Bondi Beach is popular for a lot of great reasons, Bondi Rescue being one of them obviously, and look it is bloody beautiful... but from our exploring in the area we think some of the other beaches you discover easily along the Bondi to Coogee beach path are smaller, more charming and better. Even on the walk to Bronte there's heaps of great little spots.
Still though, we've got nothing but love for Bondi - sometimes cool areas like this develop and bring in crowds, adding a unique scene and fun vibe. What do you think?
Disclaimer - This video features footage supplied from Destination NSW and other suppliers, particularly for locations where filming is restricted and/or drone activity isn't allowed.
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#Australia #Sydney #BondiBeach

[@stevenkeller3047]

Sydney and Bondi Beach are so AWESOME. I've done that walk. It's so worth it. Amazing views, beautiful homes, and beaches.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We agree!

[@orvillehenry6479]

Just love the energy you both exude in each vlog 🙌🏾

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thank you!

[@russellfoos5560]

You two looked fabulous at the end going out to the “fancy” bar. Another outstanding video for the rest of us to live vicariously thru.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thanks, Russell! Nice to dress up every now and then

[@joanneyoung8571]

Absolutely loved this video…. The views were epic and I love your zest for life

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Yay, thanks Joanne

[@llewelyn1]

You guys always post awesome vlogs. The descriptiveness and quality of your content continually shines through. Love your banter and the fun that comes across. Loved the “good morning boys” line 😂 By far our favourite vloggers on here. Love what you both do. Much love 🙏👍

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Awwww you just made our night!! THANK YOU

[@leannekelly2566]

You guys are beautiful too! Glad you enjoyed that amazing walk. 🙂

[@DanegerAndStacey]

❤ Thanks Leanne!

[@imogendunstan3603]

my exact thoughts too

[@scottbertelson352]

Thanks for posting. First time on your channel. As an American, Bondi to Bronte blew my mind and is a place that I want to keep coming back to. The people were friendly, the pools were cool (it was August), and the food was great. I stayed a week just off the beach and had an amazing time. Enjoyed that you included a stop at the Bogey Hole: classic. For the beach activities, I think Bronte was more my pace: seemed a bit more for the locals and less about the surf and the show.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Welcome, Scott! SO glad that you've done the same walk and you agree, such a stunner isn't it!

[@nikkilogan7726]

Love your Bondi adventures!! Thanks Dane & Stacey! 😎🇦🇺✨

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thanks as always!

[@nathanbathe4809]

I love your Sydney videos it makes me want to visit Sydney area when I'm next in Australia

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Do it! So much to offer and amazing weather and beaches

[@mixnmichael1]

Good to see you two traveling again! Seems to be your happy place!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

It was so nice to be on the road again!

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

Harriet and i enjoyed our time at Bondi Beach as well. We were there in Jan. 2018. The Walk along the beach was awesome. Dane and Stacey , You guys are so cool and laid back. Your video is your canvas and your cameras are your paintbrushes. The pictures you've painted are all good. ( A Masterpiece) As always, sending you much love❤❤❤ from Richmond, Va. Harriet, Jim and Yuki. P.S. When you get a chance , send us a picture of Nalu.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thanks so much guys! Neither of us have any talent when actually painting (wait, I think Stace does a little actually haha) so we'll take the compliment!

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Wauw Beautiful place where you were staying lots of Room , Bondi beach looks amazing. Just seeing it “ empty “ 😅Normally its photo of it packed remember when my oldest son was over He said how busy it was . Thats a Great walk along the coast plenty to see 😜. Looking forward to your Next video 🥰 Have a Good weekend 🥰

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We've got a bit of a knack for visiting places when we KNOW they're going to be more quiet, (o not really a knack, more of planning to make filming easier) so we were pleased the research paid off for the beach trip this time!

[@lukeoconnor3616]

if you get the chance visit the northern beaches! Queenscliff to shelly walk is just as beautiful if not better!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Next time mate, thanks for the tips!

[@mariaeugeniavalenzuela7525]

Absolutely wonderful Bondi beach!!! I enjoy watching everything you post. Thanks a lot... Greetings and best wishes from Chile🤗

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Oh hi all the way over there in Chile!

[@danielfield63]

North Bondi is a really nice view, the beach itself is pretty average by Sydney's standards but the surrounding streets, shops, restaurants etc are what make Bondi a great place to spend a day. Speedo's cafe near north Bondi is great too!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Haha Speedo's cafe? Thats so incredibly Aussie that I'm gutted we missed it

[@tuttib1902]

Hi Guys. My wife and I (we are in the UK) came across your vlogs about 6 months ago and I think we have watched all of them now. We spent a month in NZ a few years and love the memories your NZ vlogs bring back. By chance we are on of tour of Aus this Feb- March so your vlogs of Adelaine, Melbourne and Sydney have given us some food for thought. We have similar amounts of time in these cities as you have had. In particular you have helped us decide when we are in Sydney to do the Bondi - Bronte walk and a day trip to the Blue Mountains. Keep up the great vlogs and we love the dog and home updates.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

So happy to hear that! We hope you end up having the most amazing trip, Aus is special so we know you will

[@mafkrimnra8084]

Can’t wait for the next video 😊

[@reddog5378]

There are so many Sydney beaches north and south of Bondi that are so much better, cleaner and less crowded. Or just South along the Illawarra coast, you could take a few weeks to visit a beach a day just on Wollongong's northern suburbs.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thats what we think! Although we're kind of guessing/guesstimating a bit since we haven't been to all of them, but sometimes the most well known isn't the best

[@Lauren_aida]

One of my roommate's and my hobbies during quarantine was to attempt to learn Australian accents while watch Bondi Beach Rescue (we are both American and we did, indeed, fail miserably)

[@reddog5378]

That's okay, at least you tried. We still love you all.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

This sounds hilarious!

[@Bellas1717]

We have had really unusual weather in Australia this year, confluence of three weather events. The temps have been much lower than normal, thick and prolonged cloud cover, so the water hasn’t warmed up. It’s usually about 4C higher in the water and around 10C higher air temp at this time of year, which makes a big difference to swimming. One reason there’s fewer people than normal.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

It was definitely odd, but pretty in line with the strangeness of the weather in NZ as well. Have to admit it was quite nice that it wasn't 'dripping in sweat' kinda hot all day every day

[@blackswan7568]

Me watching this during one of the coldest winters in Eastern US history: I'm so jealous🥶 That beach is absolutely gorgeous. The coastal walks looked super fun as well. From my experience, nothing is more relaxing than walking on a beach down a shoreline, although hiking can come pretty close😉 P.S. You guys look great when you dress up!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We TRY to dress up every now and then :P How cold is it for you over there at the moment?

[@blackswan7568]

@@DanegerAndStacey It went down to a low of 5° F (or -15° C) on Christmas Eve, which was an almost record-breaking cold for where I live. Fortunately, it's a lot warmer now😌

[@DanegerAndStacey]

@@blackswan7568 ARGH no way! We've never experienced cold like that

[@peterhastings703]

I just rediscovered you guys while looking for reports on Langkawi. I'm going to check out the other videos in the series though. I'd been in Melbourne 10 years ago and loved it, but had a week in SYD on the way back home from NZ in 2018. I thought that it wouldn't compare, but it was great! I did the walk from Coogee to Bondi - amazing! The ferry from Circular Quay to Manley and back was good as well!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Welcome back! Been a long time since our Langkawi trip, we're heading back to Malaysia in a few months though which will be cool. Sadly we missed Manly this time, but totally agree, it's an epic location out there

[@lisatowner5407]

I injoyed this! U guys seem 2 b happy together NICE ❤

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thanks, Lisa!

[@jacksaviation124]

I’m love your videos ❤

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thanks!

[@Steph_FX]

Can't wait for you to visit Cape Town South Africa. Might even be nicer than Bondi.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Ah we were SO close to visiting pre-covid. It's 100% still on the list

[@family.fire.by.2025]

Stacey is always so hyper. Brightens up the whole video. This is definitely one of the coastal walks that I want to try! By the way, when will the video that you guys did for jetstar be out?

[@DanegerAndStacey]

High on life for sure! The Jetstar video is live - jump onto the "Where Next? Jetstar" channel to see it

[@JakeOConnell-ef4iu]

Guyssss. I live in Coogee and can confirm, this side of the Bondi to Coogee walk is the better half

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Well shiiii there's the local advice, thanks!

[@Hamzakhan-dt3gv]

Interesting video

[@sycamoreandsalt]

Can't wait to watch this with my partner. Cheers!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Hope you both enjoyed!

[@gbsailing9436]

Make sure you get down to the best SYDNEY beaches at Cronulla after you get back from the Blue Mountains. To find the best spots, do The Esplanade walk from Green Hills all the way to Salmon Haul Bay and keep your eye out for the little know Blackwoods beach - very secluded, but a little treasure there tucked in behind Shark Island. Don't worry, there are no sharks there - it's a lovely safe swimming spot only the locals use. there are 4 tracks to use to access the beach, but get a local to show you the one between the rocks! 😱

[@DanegerAndStacey]

AMAZING tips - thank you!

[@mohamedafzal2226]

Wow❤

[@jasehatcher8283]

Epic~~

[@shaw3088]

Really nice video and scenery....btw saw a couple of drone shots in this video and in a few other of your videos around some of the Sydney & Melbourne areas....are we allowed to fly above those places or you guys have a permit? Also would you recommend walking from Bronte to Bondi or Bondi to Bronte, having done the latter?

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thanks! Yeah it's beautiful out there. I can't recall what the rules are but they're so restrictive now that most/if not all of what you see in our videos is stock/sourced/supplied drone footage now.

[@babermaqsood8361]

Always a great video to watch to your viewers ❤🇵🇰🌷

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thank you so much 😀

[@leroyybrown]

Tip for getting to Bondi from Downtown (CBD) jump on the 333 bus. Runs from Circular Quay down Elizabeth St, up Oxford St via Bondi Junction. Cheaper than Uber/Taxi

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Awesome tip - thanks

[@cocoshuimu]

You are absolutely right. I much prefer the other small beaches around Bondi. I normally took a bus to Coogee beach, then walk from there to Bondi beach as my last stop (passing all small beaches along the way). It is indeed one of the best scenic walks I have ever done. so happy you did the walk.👏🏼👏🏼

[@DanegerAndStacey]

That's a cool plan actually - then you can pick the best beach based on weather, crowds and surf! Niiiice

[@madswansfan1]

We tend to call that art street art these days

[@DanegerAndStacey]

DEFINITELY not graffiti - I'm glad Stace corrected me on that slip, totally agree

[@acbc3543]

Thank you for the video . I’ll celebrate my 55th birthday in 2025 in Bondi Beach all the way from Austin Texas . Claudia

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Have an amazing trip and an even better birthday

[@acbc3543]

@@DanegerAndStacey thank you so much . I so look forward to it .

[@sabah1828]

What time of the day did u go to Bondi? Its seem so quite relative to how it normally is!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

A weekday around 10am or so!

[@judywatson6271]

I miss living in Sydney I lived in Coogee when I first arrived then moved to Paddington then lower NorthShore before heading to Mosman and Hunters Hill The Rocks and it’s pubs were our locals we would walk over the bridge ( not the bridge walk though)😂🤣😂🤣

[@jacobwinn2765]

Good on you guys escaping the NZ rain... honestly, it's rained for MONTHS on end. Hopefully come Jan the weather settles and we get a summer lol, otherwise the exodus to Oz will only increase - me included!

[@reddog5378]

No sun over here for the foreseeable future either.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We timed it well - got a sunny Christmas, now it's crap again huh? Haha bugger this.

[@stephaniegruenberg7044]

Pretty epic spot for drinks! I think I agree with you that I'd rather visit Bronte than Bondi What was the pink fluffy thing in your cocktail?

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Good question about the pink fluffy thing, it was some kind of candy floss that melted with the drink - tasty!

[@mxlarge6915]

As somebody who grew up in Manly, I still never understand why everyone knows Bondi, its a dump, hahahaha

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Haha - there's much better options in the area, though Manly is pretty epic too

[@aroundtheworldclip]

Thanks for the video guys ,can I use a clip of the sea and beach only for my KZbin please? I will tag you thank you so much ❤️

[@katherinepacey4163]

Just wondering if you two have been to the Whitsundays? Highly recommend if not

[@DanegerAndStacey]

That's a sore point for us, we had a full trip lined up that fell through just before covid. It looks STUNNING!

[@katherinepacey4163]

@Daneger and Stacey that sucks. We're here right now. Been to beautiful Whitehaven for the 4th time, been jet skiing, had a boat hire planned that got cancelled. So stunning up here 😍

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We’re jealous! Have an amazing time 😍

[@erasamatova1198]

I manifest visiting Sydney with my lovely partner & kids some day❤

[@ddduva4440]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@DanegerAndStacey]

❤❤

[@DerekPK]

6. Ociania.

[@NokiaFarmer007]

Yes.

[@tharushifernandez531]

💕💕

[@DanegerAndStacey]

You're quick!

[@RorydriftmansxrsilviaWilkinson]

@@DanegerAndStacey massages cuzzy rory in the comments aye homies. idk had rough asf week soo far etc. make contact with cuzzy rory in the comments aye Stacey an Daneger what yo guys doing for xams an are yo back home in nz new zealand auckland idk. keen asf too meet up with yo guys sometime if your down my aways here in the south island off nelson etc.

[@RorydriftmansxrsilviaWilkinson]

@@DanegerAndStacey make contact with cuzzy rory asap idk am going through alott off shit at the mo. its not the gooids or massages cuzzy rory asap in the comments an make contact with me as idk would been keen asf too meet up with yo guys Stacey an Daneger. when yo are back home in nz new zealand an idk would like too meet up if your on holiday down here in the south island in nelson like yo doing sometime back ago it was along time back tho

[@RorydriftmansxrsilviaWilkinson]

@@DanegerAndStacey cuzzy rory is still going through a rough asf time off lateley etc. idk needed another roadd trips somewhere loveley in nz new zealand south island trip too getting away from all this bullshit going on in my own life with everyone

[@RorydriftmansxrsilviaWilkinson]

@@DanegerAndStacey yeah cuzzy rory well been doing xams down south in Queenstown idk think this year in 2022 maybe dont know for sure yet tho maybe at home or going too the beach for xams day some fish an chips with some brugers an some loveley long white drinks an few cold drinks off beers. or few cold drinks off beeries with the my homies an freinds na mates over some pizzas an wine as well too an have xams day lunch day in my backyard pub i built over covid 19 lockdowns in 2021 an 2020 an 2022 with free stuff off wood an pallet wood for my every own new pallet wood bar in time for summer bbqs an drinks on tap on xams day idk got few freinds an few homies an few mates from back in my days off high school coming too chilling out an hangout over few cold drinks off long whites an few cold drinks off beers or few cold drinks off beeries at my every own pallet wood bar pub i built in my backyard at home this year in 2022. still neededs some work too been all setup an ready too go before xams day

[@Andy_M986]

Better walk then round the bays in Auckland?.hmmmm 🤔

[@angechristensen7559]

Guys stop it, you are fit & good looking to, you would have just looked like a local! :)

[@Andy_M986]

Years ago,with an Ex,we were staying with her Lesbian aunt, they ordered samples of Chinese food from a place there, a hundy buckaroos for heaps of containers of food,about Dim Sum sizes. And it was my first experience with The Cheesecake shop.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Bro, this was a journey to read haha

[@Andy_M986]

@DanegerAndStacey Haha cheers bro.

[@bartel-shop]

amazing 🎞(❁´◡`❁)

[@rrocketman]

Used to be filled with sewage

[@rachelkillcare5203]

I love so many things more in NZ than Australia, your beach town of Raglan was so beautiful had an amazing vibe, most of your food is way nicer the main thing Aussie’s do better is definitely wine in my opinion. Great video 😍

[@reddog5378]

Someone else must have hijacked my phone because of course as an Aussie I promise this isn't me. I would also put NZ above Australia, what it may lack in typical golden sandy beaches it more than makes up for in beauty, friendliness and non competitive non show ponies in skimpy unsightly budgie smugglers prancing around turning everyone off their lunch or dinner.

[@rrocketman]

NZ is the best 😎

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Whoooop, digging the NZ love from all 3 of you in this little comment thread! Have to admit, Aus does seafood very well, but there's some weird common meals that drag down their cuisine (bloody chicken parma!) but for the most part the quality is pretty good. Raglan is such a vibe huh? Cool place

[@coopsnz1]

If you can afford a 3 bed home in Bondi Beach 8 milion , Apartment more affordable 3.6 milion 2 bed sold water views

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Ooooofff thats a lot

[@marshal1808]

F bondi...

[@dcoghlan100]

Overrated and overpriced .

[@junkettarp8942]

Bondi.......2026.....The Big end of Australia.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Huh?

[@BobSmith-mx4zo]

You can't swim in the rain, you will get wet 🤣

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thanks for the lol

[@BobSmith-mx4zo]

@@DanegerAndStacey Thanks for the cool vidz