Hassans Walls Lookout, Just outside of Lithgow, New South Wales, Australia

What a hidden gem. We love to explore and we chose to do this side drive outside of Lithgow; wow, were we rewarded. A stunning stop at the top of a twisty road. Gorgeous views of the Blue Mountains and the town of Lithgow.

My husband and I are incredibly fortunate in that we met through our business interests and are now able to work (and, travel) together. On our trips, we always try to pack in some adventures either before or after our business. When jetlag is likely, we always add on a few days before our business begins so that we can use the outdoors to adjust to the timezone. With business in Australia our easy choice is to rent a 4x4/AWD vehicle and then head for the bush. Luckily, we both adore exploring. These pictures were taken on a business trip in December 2014; summer was just about fully kicking in.

For more information: Lithgow tourism, Hassans Walls Lookout