THE FACTS ABOUT BONDI BEACH

Australia Sydney

This super-famous, kilometre-long curve of golden sand is 40 minutes' drive from Sydney's Circular Quay. Packed with tanners in summer, the beach is well maintained and has lifesavers who indicate where it's safe to swim. There's a vibrant surf scene that overflows into Campbell parade, the main drag behind Bondi's dunes. THE MONTH TO GO January, the height of the Australian summer, when Sydneysiders take their holiday (the pleasure of Bondi rests largely on the physical glories of Sydney youth.