It takes 3 hours drive from Sydney to reach this year-round beach getaway called Port Stephens, but the place is worth the journey. While there are endless stretches of beach in Port Stephens, that's not all this oasis of scenic beauty has to offer. It is a place thriving on water activities such as snorkelling and sand dunes meant for adrenaline pumping action. Take a stroll on the sun-kissed shores of the Shoal Bay which is also touted as the heaven on earth, or plan a picture perfect vacation to the main resort area of Nelson Bay. Whatever be your holiday goal, an ideal vacation is guaranteed.