From the Sydney Opera House to the Blue Mountains, New South Wales is a long way from its namesake in the United Kingdom.

Australia's capital region is commonly referred to with is abbreviation, NSW. While the world-famous coastal city Syndey is the state capital, NSW is also home to the national capital, Canberra.

While the state of NSW receives over 34% of total visitors to Australia, tourism employs only 6% of their workforce. The diversity of lifestyle and activities is enormous as Australia's oldest and most populous state continues to grow.

Activities and Sights

Three Sisters
This famous sandstone formation of peaks named Meehni, Wimlah, and Gunnedoo, from tallest to shortest, looms over the Jamison Valley in the Blue Mountains.

Three Sisters near the town of Katoomba

Hill End
Classified as a historic site by the National Parks and Wildlife Service, this abandoned mining town was the source of 630lb gold nugget in 1872. An excellent off-beat destination for a quieter experience.

Hunter Valley Vineyards
The Hunter region, in specifically the Pokolbin area, is popular for a large number of vineyards, restaurants, shops, and golf courses. Try a tour via steam train.

Bondi Beach
Pronounced Bond-'eye' Beach, this 1 km strip of sand is a hot spot for surfing, swiming, and sunbathing, although caution is recommended regarding sections with rip tides.

Bondi Beach near Sydney

RCI in New South Wales

Choose from 30 resorts in NSW. Below, we've selected a few choice locations, but there are 146 in total across Australia.