Newcastle is famous for is sea baths which are giant pools where the fresh sea water enters the pool naturally. On a good day the waves will crash over the sides of the sea pools allowing fresh water and water fun to break into the bath. The salt water is very good for your skin as a cleansing agent and is said to have healing properties which can be good for sores and infections. The kids will love playing in the salt water baths because they are a safe environment with no current, no undertow and no sharks.

If the salt water baths are not your idea of a beach holiday then just stroll about 50 meters to either side and you will find the white sands and rolling surf that all excellent beaches have. In Newcastle there is a real beach atmosphere with some exceptional cafés and restaurants right by the beach side. Everything you could ask for in within walking distance of the hotels and backpackers so there is no excuse not to get out there and enjoy life under the Newcastle sun.

The best way to get around town is to go and see the agents of car hire Newcastle who can supply you with a fantastic vehicle as cheap as chips. They have an excellent range to choose from depending on the type of vehicle you want and the agents are always helpful to get you around town and enjoying your time off as soon as possible. The best part is if you decide to drive out of town then there is no fee per kilometer on most of their vehicles so you can use the car as often as you like and go where ever you want to go.