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AUSTRALIA NYE 2019 - SUN DEC 29 - SUN JAN 05

Trip Summary

SYDNEY

Sydney is the oldest, largest and (some say) most beautiful city in Australia and is memorable for far more than its famous landmarks. Created around one of the world's most dazzling harbours, there's no doubt that the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House deserve their dues. Enjoy its legendary beauty, its laid-back outdoor lifestyle, and icons such as the Sydney Opera House, the graceful span of the Harbour Bridge and the golden sands of Bondi.

Tropical Cairns offers a dazzling array of wildlife amid lush forest surrounds. You’ll visit the Great Barrier Reef for a close encounter with the abundant sea life of the world’s largest coral reef

. Then climb aboard an amphibious army duck for a trip into Kuranda’s scenic rainforest, systemwhere an authentic taste of Aboriginal culture, including a ‘Dreamtime’ walk and the chance to throw a boomerang await. Leap from Cairns into the World Heritage wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. Relax in the resorts of Port Douglas and Mission Beach or on Lizard Island. Take the old railway to Kuranda, or follow the Great Tropical Drive to white water rivers and the Atherton Tablelands. Head north to Cape Tribulation or take the Savannah Way for an outback journey.

Join us for a New Year Adventure

Inclusive


Inclusive

8 Days | 7 Nights Accommodation – Twin Share based on the Hotels as specified in the itinerary or similar (4* Hotels) - 4 Days in Sydney & 4 Days in Cairns

All taxes Host DinnerFull Day Sydney Tour Cairns Full Day Reef Tour w/Lunch Meals as specified in the itineraryWifi (Hotel)Private Coach transportation as specified in the itineraryEnglish Speaking Guide only where specified in the itineraryHotel Porterage is included unless otherwise statedEntry Fees & Excursions as specified in the itineraryGoods and Services Tax (GST)$20 ETA Processing FeeRoundtrip Airfare From Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) Noir Girl Magic Passport Ready T-shirt

**B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner**

Optional Add-ons or Upgrades

Blue Mountain Nature and Wildlife Tour w/Lunch $175 (Sydney)Hunter Valley Food, Wine, & Chocolate Tour $200 (Sydney)Cairns Full Day Kuranda All Inclusive Tour w/Lunch $188 (Cairns)

Exclusive

Airfare (International)Airport PorterageBeverages - unless otherwise statedGratuities/TipsPersonal items such as phone calls, souvenirs, email, laundry charges, optional tours.Early Check-in or Late Check-Out - unless otherwise statedSurcharge for Special Event Periods - Over these periods, you may incur a surcharge and

suppliers may also carry additional terms and conditions.

Sun Dec 29, 2019 (D)Transfer from Sydney International AirportCheck-in: TBA (4 Days)

Mon Dec 30, 2019 (B/L)Sydney Tour with Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise

Tues Dec 31, 2019, NYE (B)

Free time in Sydney (See itinerary for suggestions) or Blue Mountain Nature and Optional Add-ons Wildlife Tour w/Lunch $175 (Sydney) or Hunter Valley Food, Wine, & Chocolate Tour $200 (Sydney)

Wed Jan 01, 2020 (B)Transfer for Flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Cairns International Airport (CNS)Transportation To Cairns Hotel

The remainder of the day enjoy free time in Cairns

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The remainder of the day enjoy free time in Cairns Check-in: TBA (4 Days)

Thu Jan 02, 2020 (B/L)

Cairns - Full Day Reef Tour

Fri Jan 03, 2020 (B)

Enjoy free time Cairns or Cairns Full Day Kuranda All Inclusive Tour w/Lunch Optional Add-on $188

Sat Jan 04, 2020 (B)

Enjoy free time Cairns or Cairns Full Day Kuranda All Inclusive Tour w/Lunch Optional Add-on $188

Sun Jan 05, 2020 (B)

Breakfast at hotel in Cairns then the group will check out of the hotel and be transferred back to the airport.


SUN DEC

29TRANSFER

CONTACT PICK-UP DROP-OFF

Transfer from Sydney International Airport

Sun Dec 29, 2019

Day One Check-In

Arrive Sydney (Cost of the international flight is NOT included)

After clearing Customs, meet your Local Guide to hand over and explain your travel documents. Board your Private Coach for transfer to your Hotel Accommodation for check-in. Your Guide will

assist you with check-in.

Note - Due to parking restrictions at Sydney International Airport, Coaches are unable to enter the terminal area until groups have collected all luggage and the clients are ready. Guides must call the

driver when the group is ready to depart from the airport.

**PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CHECK IN TIME AT MOST AUSTRALIAN HOTELS IS EITHER 14:00HRS OR 15:00HRS DEPENDING ON THE PROPERTY. DEPENDING ON THE GROUPS ARRIVAL TIME AT THE HOTEL THE GROUP WILL HAVE TO STORE THEIR LUGGAGE AT FRONT DESK UNTIL THE ROOMS ARE READY

The remainder of the day is free at your leisure. The evening is reserved for our Welcome dinner at Sydney Tower - 360 Bar and Dining. We will proceed by foot (approximately 10 mins) from our

to Sydney Tower – 360 Bar dininghotel

Entry to Sydney Tower is via the Sydney Tower Dining Reception Desk located on Level 4 in Westfield Shopping Centre Sydney, between Castlereagh and Pitt Street. We need to check at reception 15 minutes prior to our booking time and obtain our lift passes to access the tower. (Included) Tables will only be held for up to 15 minutes so be on time.

3 Course Dinner including Tea and Coffee at Sydney Tower – 360 Bar and Dining - Drinks are at the traveler's own expense.

After Dinner this evening please make your own way back to your Hotel Accommodation where the remainder of the evening is free at your leisure.

Accommodation: 4* Hotel TBA

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ACCOMMODATIONS

NAME & ADDRESS CHECK-IN CHECK-OUT

Rydges World Square389 Pitt Street Sydney, Sydney 2000 Phone: 61-2-82681888

Website

3:00 PMSun Dec 29, 2019

12:00 PMWed Jan 01, 2020

http://www.rydges.com


MON DEC

30

Day Two | Sydney City Tour w/Lunch on Harbour & Sydney Opera House Guided Tour

Full Breakfast is included at your hotel this morning

Meet your Local Guide in the Hotel Lobby then board your Private Coach to commence a Sydney City Tour including Lunch Cruise on Harbour and Sydney Opera House Guided Tour. Tour the historic Rocks area, Sydney's birthplace, and travel past old pubs, restored terrace houses, and quaint shops. See Sydney's commercial and shopping heart, with its mixture of old and new buildings. See Chinatown and Darling Harbour before heading to historical Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, where you can photograph the Opera House and Harbour Bridge together. Continue past St Mary's Cathedral and the Art Gallery to Kings Cross, scene of Sydney's nightlife. Travel through the exclusive suburbs of Double Bay, Rose Bay, Watsons Bay, and Bondi Beach. Return to the city via Paddington, with its beautifully restored colonial terrace houses.

The Tour Includes:

** Board your Captain Cook Cruises vessel at your selected departure point (Jetty 6 Circular Quay or Jetty 1 King Street Wharf) to commence a Seafood Buffet Lunch cruise. Travel aboard MV Sydney 2000 or John Cadman 2, and enjoy views of exclusive harbor suburbs whilst enjoying a buffet lunch on board with commentary. Cruise concludes at approximately 2.20pm at Circular Quay, or 1.45pm at King Street Wharf. (TBA)

Check in at the Captain Cook Cruises ticket office 30 minutes prior to departure. ** Join your Sydney Opera House Tour (1 Hour) at the Tour Meeting Point on the Lower Concourse level of the Sydney Opera House. Check in 10 minutes prior to departure. See inside the world's most recognizable sails and experience this miracle of architecture and engineering. A work of art that came into existence against impossible odds, to become one of the busiest performing arts centers in the world. Working with new, rich audio-visual components, where images are projected onto the fabric of the building, your guide will take you on an emotional journey, engrossing you in a story to rival any opera plot with its dramatic twists and turns. Some 1,500 performances, from opera to circus, rock, and cabaret, are staged each year to audiences of around 1.5 million. Tour concludes approximately one hour after commencement. ** Note: There are approximately 200


concludes approximately one hour after commencement. ** Note: There are approximately 200 steps on the Sydney Opera House guided tour. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. ** Please note that the Coach Pick up Drop off and Pick up Point for the Sydney Opera House is about a 10 to 15 Minute.

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TOUR

ABOUT START FINISH

Sydney City Tour including Lunch Cruise

7:30 AMMon Dec 30, 2019

1:00 PMMon Dec 30, 2019

BOOKING DETAILS

Time may vary

TUE DEC

31

Day 03 | New Years Eve

Free Time In Sydney

Sydney Harbour New Year’s Eve fireworks are considered one of the best fireworks displays in the world. Below you can see that there are vantage points all over the place, which means you don’t need to travel all the way into the city but stay closer to home.

NEW YEAR’S EVE TIPS– Choose a vantage point with easy transportation back home– Get there early or better yet hire an Airtasker to mind your spot– Pack a blanket, sparklers, funny hats and glasses– Put together a picnic basket with food and drinks to last the evening

– Best clubs and nightlife in Sydney

VANTAGE POINTS TO VIEW FIREWORKS

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VANTAGE POINTS TO VIEW FIREWORKS

Blues Point right near North Sydney train station is a popular spot for people living north. It is typically a dry-zone and has a capacity, so you might need to get there early.

Royal Botanic Gardens is one of the more exclusive vantage points with only around 700 people allowed and you need to buy a ticket. It’s a family friendly location with no alcohol allowed and food available for purchase.

The Rocks on east Circular Quay allows you to get up close with the fireworks but it does fill up fast and hard to get a spot to sit down.

Researching information on buying tickets to one of the big party boats for the evening.Optional Tours:

Hunter Wine Tasting TourSydney: Blue Mountain Nature & Wildlife Tour $150

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WED JAN

1

Day Four | Flight To Cairns

Full Breakfast is included at your hotel this morning. Check out of Sydney Hotel for your flight to Cairns.

Board your Private Coach (No Local Guide included) for transfer to Sydney Domestic Airport. Check-in for your flight to Cairns Fly Sydney / Cairns (cost of the flight included). Time and flight ISnumber TBA

Arrive in Cairns, You will be met by your Coach Driver at the Luggage Carousel then make your way to your Private Coach for transfer to your Cairns Hotel Accommodation for check-in.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CHECK IN TIME AT MOST AUSTRALIAN HOTELS IS EITHER 14:


PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CHECK IN TIME AT MOST AUSTRALIAN HOTELS IS EITHER 14:00HRS OR 15:00HRS DEPENDING ON THE PROPERTY. DEPENDING ON THE GROUPS ARRIVAL TIME AT THE HOTEL THE GROUP WILL HAVE TO STORE THEIR LUGGAGE AT FRONT DESK UNTIL THE ROOMS ARE READY

The remainder of the day is free at your leisure

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TRANSFER


Transportation To Sydney International

Airport (SYD)

Wed Jan 01, 2020Cairns International Airport

FLIGHT TO: CNS Cairns International Airport

AIRLINE CODE & FLIGHT # DEPARTURE ARRIVAL

TBA 12:00 PMWed Jan 01, 2020

SYD: Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

4:00 PMWed Jan 01, 2020

CNS: Cairns International Airport

TRANSFER


Transportation To Cairns Hotel

Wed Jan 01, 2020Cairns International Airport

ACCOMMODATIONS




Pacific Hotel Cairns43 The Esplanade Cairns, Cairns 4870 Phone: 61-7-40517888

Website

3:00 PMWed Jan 01, 2020

12:00 PMSun Jan 05, 2020

BOOKING DETAILS

**OPTIONAL ADDITION**Cairns -Upon your arrival, transportation will pick us up and transfer to your hotel. Check in for the next three nights.Day Four January 1, 2020, Hotel Check-in Day Five January 2, 2020, Cairns Full Day Tour Day Six January 3, 2020, Free Day or OPTIONAL Tour ( Best of Kuranda Scenic Skyrail Tour w/Lunch)Day Seven January 4, 2020, Free Day or OPTIONAL Tour ( Best of Kuranda Scenic Skyrail Tour w/Lunch)Day Eight January 5, 2020, Check out hotel and catch a flight back to Sydney for the return flight to USA

Pacific Hotel Cairns

http://www.pacifichotelcairns.com


THU JAN

2

Day Five | Cairns Reef Magic Cruise to Great Barrier Reef

Full Breakfast is included at your hotel this morning

Please make your own way from your Hotel Accommodation this morning to the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal the departure point of your Cruise. Check-in is 08:00 am to 08:30 am Your Cruise departs this morning from the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal – Marlin Jetty at 09:00 am. ( The Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal )

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TOUR

ABOUT START FINISH

Day Five | Cairns - Full Day Reef Tour

7:45 AMThu Jan 02, 2020

5:00 PMThu Jan 02, 2020

BOOKING DETAILS

Breakfast at the hotel and the group will make their way to The Reef Fleet Terminal located on 1 Spence Street, Cairns for Full Day Reef Trip. Please check in between 8.00am-8.30am. Cruise departs at 9.00am. (Walk from hotel to Reef Fleet Terminal is approximately 5 minutes)

Reef Magic Cruises depart directly from Cairns to the Outer Great Barrier Reef spending 5 full hours at the spacious, all weather, Marine World Pontoon. Guests have both the time and space to enjoy the largest range of reef activities available in a relaxed, fun and personalized atmosphere. Suitable for all age groups and swimming abilities, activities include snorkeling, marine biologist presentation, fish feeding demonstration, semi-submersible and glass bottom boat tours, underwater observatory or simply relaxing on a sun-lounge. Optional activities, available at additional expense, include biologist guided snorkel tours, advance marine snorkel safari, and scenic helicopter flights. The day includes morning and afternoon tea


advance marine snorkel safari, and scenic helicopter flights. The day includes morning and afternoon tea plus a hot and cold buffet lunch. Tour concludes back at Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal by approximately 17:00hrs then proceed on Foot back to your Accommodation. ( approximately 10 mins from hotel)

Inclusions:- 5 hours at "Marine World" Outer Barrier Reef Pontoon at Moore Reef- Semi-submersible and glass bottom boat tour- Underwater Observatory- Great Barrier Reef presentation by the onboard Marine Biologist- Fish feeding demonstration- Children are swimming enclosure- Upper sundeck with lounge- Snorkel equipment with instruction- Fuel levy- Marine Reef Tax (EMC)

What to Bring:- Swimmers and towel- Sunblock, hat, sunglasses- Camera, money/credit card for onboard purchases

Meals:- Tea/coffee onboarding- Morning tea- Hot and cold seafood and vegetarian buffet lunch- Afternoon tea

FRIJAN

3

Day Six | Free Time or Optional Full Day Kuranda Tour (Cairns)

Full Breakfast is included at your hotel this morning. Full Day Free at your leisure


OPTIONAL ADD-ONCairns: full day tour into Kuranda, in World Heritage Rainforest. Experience the largest flight aviary in Australia at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, the award-winning Rainforestation including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife Park, the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, the world-famous sumptuous Aussie BBQ buffet lunch, the Kuranda Scenic Railway, and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. $200 p/p

INCLUSIONS:

Lunch - Buffet lunchAll activitiesDriver/guideLive commentary on boardHotel pickup and drop-offAir-conditioned vehicleEntry/Admission - Australian Butterfly SanctuaryEntry/Admission - Skyrail Rainforest CablewayEntry/Admission - Rainforestation Nature ParkEntry/Admission - Kuranda Scenic Railway


SAT JAN

4

Day Seven | Free Time or Optional Full Day Kuranda Tour (Cairns)

Full Breakfast is included at your hotel this morning. Full day free at your leisure.

OPTIONAL ADD-ONCairns: full day tour into Kuranda, in World Heritage Rainforest. Experience the largest flight aviary in Australia at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, the award-winning Rainforestation including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife Park, the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, the world-famous sumptuous Aussie BBQ buffet lunch, the Kuranda Scenic Railway, and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. $200 p/p

INCLUSIONS:

Lunch - Buffet lunchAll activitiesDriver/guideLive commentary on boardHotel pickup and drop-offAir-conditioned vehicleEntry/Admission - Australian Butterfly SanctuaryEntry/Admission - Skyrail Rainforest CablewayEntry/Admission - Rainforestation Nature ParkEntry/Admission - Kuranda Scenic Railway

SUN JAN

5

Day Eight | Check-out

Eat breakfast and check out hotel and transport to Cairns Airport for your flight to Sydney Airport.


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(ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON BASIS TOTAL LAND PACKAGE PRICE P/PDouble Occupancy _______________________________$2825 p/p

Single Occupancy _______________________________ $4015 p/p

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Please note the following supplements and/or upgrade options are per person. Can be included in the monthly payments. Excursions must be paid in FULL by SEPTERMBER 1, 2019

Blue Mountain Nature & Wildlife Tour _________________________________$175 p/p (More Information Here)

Hunter Valley Food, Wine, & Chocolate Tour _________________________________$200 p/p (More Information Here)

Cairns Full Day Kuranda Tour w/Lunch _________________________________$188 p/p (More Information Here)

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Per person non-refundable deposit of $500 & $30 processing fee required to confirm these arrangements. Pay $400 deposit + $30 processing fee by April 30, 2019, and receive a $50 discount off the total cost of the vacation. Discount will be applied to your final payment.** This trip DOES NOT qualify for our refer a friend program.

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INCLUSIVE FEATURES:

8 Days | 7 Nights Accommodation Twin Share based on the Hotels as specified in the itinerary or similar (4 Hotels) -4 Days in Sydney & 4 Days in Cairns All taxes Host DinnerFull Day Sydney Tour Cairns Full Day Reef Tour w/Lunch Meals as specified in the itineraryWifi (Hotel)Private Coach transportation as specified in the itineraryEnglish Speaking Guide only where specified in the itineraryHotel Porterage is included unless otherwise statedEntry Fees & Excursions as specified in the itineraryGoods and Services Tax (GST)$20 ETA Processing FeeRoundtrip Airfare From Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) Noir Girl Magic Passport Ready T-shirt (Australia Edition)

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International AirfareAirport Porterage Beverages - unless otherwise statedGratuities/Tips Personal items such as phone calls, souvenirs, email, laundry charges, optional

tours.Early Check-in or Late Check-Out - unless otherwise statedOptional Add-ons or Upgrades

Blue Mountain Nature and Wildlife Tour $175 (Sydney)Hunter Valley Food, Wine, & Chocolate Tour $200 (Sydney)Cairns Full Day Kuranda Tour w/Lunch $200

Surcharge for Special Event Periods - Over these periods, you may incur a surcharge and suppliers may also carry additional terms and conditions.

OPTIONAL TOURS

Blue Mountain Nature and Wildlife Tour $175 (Sydney)Hunter Valley Food, Wine, & Chocolate Tour $200 (Sydney)Cairns Full Day Kuranda Tour w/Lunch $200

CANCELLATION POLICY/REFUND POLICY

FINAL PAYMENT DUE ON OCTOBER 1, 2019. You will receive an invoice for your final payment via PayPal.

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Fun Facts

Sydney

State:New South Wales

AustraliaCountry:

Sydney by the NumbersPopulation: 208,374 (city); 5,029,768 (metropolitan)Elevation: 19 meters / 62 feetAverage Annual Rainfall: 122 centimeters / 48 inchesAverage January Temperature: 23°C / 73°FAverage July Temperature: 13°C / 55°F

Quick Facts

Electricity: 240 volts, 50Hz, AC

Time Zone: GMT +10 (GMT +11 Daylight Saving Time); Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)

Country Dialing Code: +61

Area Code: 02

Did You Know?Sydney was founded in 1788 when a group of 400 settlers and 750 convicts arrived on the First Fleet from Britain. Convicts were sentenced to the Australian continent for crimes as small as stealing food. Although most know Sydney as the Harbour City today, many still use the nickname Sin City given its fascinating origin story.

More than 250 languages are represented in Sydney daily. Among the most popular non-English languages spoken across the greater metropolitan area are Mandarin, Arabic, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Greek.

Arguably the most iconic attraction in the city, the Sydney Opera House cost a total of AUD102 million to create, a whopping AUD7 million more than its estimated cost.

OrientationSydney is the capital of New South Wales located on the southeastern Australian coast. It is approximately 286 kilometers (178 miles) northeast of Canberra and 163 kilometers (101 miles) south of Newcastle.

Information


Information

EMERGENCY SERVICES

The emergency phone number for police, ambulance or fire brigade is 000.

CLIMATE

Australia has the opposite seasons than the Northern Hemisphere. The summer months of December to February the weather in the north of the country is very tropical and experiences monsoon weather, whereas, in the southern States, it is a very dry heat and generally sunny. Over the winter months between June to August, the northern states are very dry whereas the south experiences its wettest periods with snow falling on the highest alpine regions in New South Wales and Victoria.

SHOPPING

Australia’s major capital cities have a variety of complexes to find a bargain. Whether it be funky boutiques, designer labels you’ll find them in a range of shopping malls, arcades, department stores, and local markets. Shopping hours are generally from 09;00am to 18:00hrs with late night shopping in major cities on a Thursday or Friday night.

BANKING

Australia’s currency is the Australian Dollar (AUD) and has both notes and coins. Denominations of notes are $5 (pink), $10 (blue), $20 (orange), $50 (gold) $100 (green). Coins are 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1 & $2. Currency exchange is available at hotels, banks and international Airports. The most commonly accepted credit cards are visa, MasterCard, American Express and Diners Club Cards. Banks are open Monday-Friday 9am-4pm, with limited banks opening on a Saturday morning from 9am-1pm.

GOODS AND SERVICES TAX (GST)


GOODS AND SERVICES TAX (GST)

A 10% Goods and Services Tax is charged and for international visitors, this may be claimed back. If $300 or more has been spent in one store, and no more than 30 days prior to traveling from

Australia a claim can be made at the departure area of an International Airport

TIPPING AND BARGAINING.

Hotels and restaurants do not add a service charge onto bills. Tipping is at your discretion and at more upmarket Hotels and Restaurants it is a general rule to add 10% of the bill for good service. It is not a general custom in Australia to bargain for goods.

HOTEL CHECK-IN AND SECURITY BOND:

Upon check-in, many hotels require a security bond in the form of a credit card imprint. Please ensure that your clients are aware of this requirement.

COMMUNICATION

The Australian official language is English. Languages other than English which are common in our communities are Italian, Greek, Cantonese and Arabic. Some sightseeing companies will offer their tours in a language other than English.

DRIVING

Australian’s drive on the left hand side of the road. A current drivers license must be held in order to hire a vehicle in Australia. Should the license be written in another language other than English, a certified English translation must be presented as well. Seat belts must be worn at all times. Speed zones should be adhered to as police cameras operate throughout Australia.

TIME ZONES

Australia spans 3 different times zones.

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is GMT +10 and includes Queensland, Victoria, New

South Wales, Tasmania and Australia’s Capital Territory (ACT).

Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) is GMT + 9 ó and includes South Australia and Northern

Territory.

Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is GMT + 8 and covers Western Australia.

Australian Daylight savings Time (ADST) is observed in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia,

Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory. Clocks move forward an hour during (GMT +11)

and usually occurs between the last weekend in October and finishes the last weekend in

March.


District Guide

A city surrounded by water, Sydney is a fusion of spectacular architecture and white beaches. Set amongst native bushland and lush national parks, the key to this city's identity is its harbor.

Central Business District

The Central Business District is a pastiche of quarters and boroughs. The multi-cultural nature of this city and its inhabitants ensures an authenticity that is at the heart of its liberal and embracing spirit.

is the gateway to the harbor. An active transport anchorage, the quay is adorned by Circular Quayarchitectural and national icons—including the and . Sydney Harbour Bridge Sydney Opera House

West of Circular Quay, discover the quirkily named . This is the original site of convict Rockssettlement in Australia, and boasts some of Sydney's best restaurants. Above The Rocks is Observatory Hill, a stretch of parkland with an 1858-built that is still operational. observatorySituated on the southeastern side of Circular Quay is the central business district's financial corridor. A mass of multinational conglomerates locate their Asia-Pacific headquarters here. Stately buildings such as the and are found in nearby State Library of NSW Parliament HouseMacquarie Street.

When locals use the term "the city center," they are referring to , Market Street and Pitt Street Malla maze of interlinked arcades. Another central city icon is the architecturally striking Sydney Tower. The conveniently located , inter-connected to , allows easy Sydney Town Hall Town Hall Stationaccess to the city's rail hub and also offers underground access to the fantastically opulent Queen

. Victoria Building

In the southwestern corner of the city, is a feast for the senses. This district is home to Chinatown and , where you will find the usual fresh fruit and vegetables, as well Market City Paddy's Markets

as some astonishing bargains.

Built to commemorate Australia's bicentenary, is signature Harbourside Darling Harbour'sshopping and entertainment complex. Nearby are the , the Chinese Garden Australian National

, the , and the . Just up the Maritime Museum Sea Life Sydney Aquarium Powerhouse Museumroad is the extravagant . Nearby, is a sophisticated boardwalk Star City Casino Cockle Bay Wharfof nightclubs, restaurants and live music venues.

On the Eastern side of is , an expanse of parkland that hosts the city's Hyde Park The Domaincalendar of outdoor concerts. This area is full of attractions such . Royal Botanic Gardens

The Eastern Suburbs

Oxford Street is the main artery in this district. This elongated street runs from the central business district in Darlinghurst and works its way into Paddington, past the sprawling Centennial

to Bondi Junction. The street is famous for its art-house cinemas, cafes, bookshops and Parkdesigner labels.

At the lower end of is , Sydney's 24-hour red-light district. Amongst the Darlinghurst Kings Crosscrass strip joints and tattoo parlors are intimate jazz clubs, hip cafes and great record shops.

The East's harborside suburbs of Elizabeth Bay, Double Bay and Rose Bay culminate at Watson's Bay, which offers stunning views of the city. Savor the view from the nearby world famous seafood restaurant. On the other side of this peninsula is South Doyles on the BeachHead, the southern gate between Sydney Harbour and the open sea. Along the nearby coast discover Sydney's best-known and best-loved beaches, including , , and Bondi Tamarama Bronte

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The South

The first fleet landed at Botany Bay, and the suburbs between here and South Cronulla Beachinclude the huge local government area, Sutherland Shire. The character of the south is typified by waterways and gardens, which lead to Sydney's southern boundary—the vast Royal National

. Park

The Inner West

Glebe and Newtown are the main suburbs in this district. The inner-west is crammed with restaurants offering international cuisines, new and secondhand bookshops, backpacker hostels, health food shops and traditional pubs.

Further west is Leichhardt, also known as Little Italy. Wander past 's shops, art-Norton Streethouse cinemas and delicatessen-shops, which sell a selection of cheese, imported espresso machines and ceramic tiles.

The Greater West

Homebush Bay, the center of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games is situated in the Greater West. and a host of sporting facilities are all close by. ANZ StadiumNeighboring Parramatta is the major transport and commercial hub of the west. Between Parramatta and the Blue Mountains (Sydney's western boundary) is Cabramatta—Sydney's Little Vietnam, and it is worth the trip for the great shopping and culinary experience.

The Upper North Shore

Sydney's northwest corner intersects at The Hills District—a semi-rural region that is fast developing into a residential quarter. The leafy Upper North Shore is one of Sydney's wealthiest areas. , situated in the center, is a beautiful spot for bushwalks Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Parkor picnics.

The Lower North Shore

Everything below Chatswood is the Lower North Shore. Some of the prettier spots are Balmoral and at the end of Blues Point Road. An essential stop is Beach Blues Point Reserve Taronga Zoo

, a scenic animal sanctuary.

The Northern Beaches

From beautiful , down through , , , and Palm Beach Whale Avalon Bilgola Newport Mona ValeBeaches—the northern beaches not only offer great surfing, but great sailing as well. Lush parks and gardens surround million-dollar holiday homes, making for an idyllic setting.

Dining and Drinking

Sydney is a city that enjoys good food and entertainment. The city's restaurants and cafes truly reflect its multicultural influence and diverse population. The choices read like an atlas, so enjoy authentic flavors and cooking styles from across the world.

Australian CuisineTraditional Australian fare is reputedly a meat pie and a can of beer, and in keeping with tradition, legendary locations like provide the best pies. Meanwhile bush-tucker, Harry's Café de Wheels

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which reflects the Aboriginal flavors of Australia—is only now featured on a handful of menus. It was not until 1993 that restaurants were allowed to serve Kangaroo meat. At Circular Quay, find solace in the miraculous cooking of acclaimed Chef Matt Moran, at Aria, a stunning restaurant that serves modern Australian fare. In the same area, Peter Gilmore's Quay is nothing short of an enigma, an award-winning Australian restaurant that offers dreamy views of the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. Other excellent choices include The Cottage Bar & Kitchen in Balmain, and the rooftop wonder Cafe Sydney.

SeafoodBeing a harbour city, seafood is a main dining feature, and the ensures a Sydney Fish Marketfresh and plentiful supply of barramundi, snapper, mussels, prawns, calamari and octopus. The seafood-serving king , is not only one of the oldest fish restaurants in town, it also has a Doylesfantastic view from its beachside location in Watsons Bay. Dine at the splendid waterside at the Flying Fish in Pyrmont, or the internationally-inspired Fish at the Rocks.

Italian CuisineThe city's booming cafe culture has an overtly Italian influence. To sample some of the best coffee, head for . , , and are just some of the Bondi Beach Bar Coluzzi bills La Buvette Tropicanahip coffee spots. There are some central-city cafes also worth discovering. If you prefer tea however, then pay a visit to in Bondi Beach.Sejuiced

Norton Street in inner city Leichhardt, is also known as Little Italy, and if you have a passion for pasta, this is the place to go to.

European CuisineThe European influence does not stop with Italy. offers some excellent French Bistro Moncurcuisine whilst Stanbuli reflect the Mediterranean flavors of Turkey and Spain, respectively. Sample Eastern European cuisine with a visit to . Corner 75

Asian CuisineAsian cuisine is also very popular in Sydney. Chinatown in Haymarket, and the newer version in Chatswood, ensure a constant supply of excellent Chinese eateries. From massive yum cha (dim sum) restaurants such as , to the , aficionados of Marigold Restaurant Chinese Noodle Restaurantchop suey and roasted duck are spoilt for choice. Sydney's Asian cuisine also includes Malaysian, Thai, Singaporean, Vietnamese, Sri Lankan, Filipino, Indian, Iranian and Cambodian, to name but a few. Establishments such as , and offer oodles of The Malaya Lebanon & Beyondnoodles, a suffice of rice, free tea and flavors to be savored.

Japanese CuisineThen there is Japanese…with well-established trade links, Japanese food has a long-held tradition in Sydney's eating culture. Sushi, sashimi, noodles, tempura and teriyaki—it is all here.

and are some of the recommended venues. Sushi Suma Raw Bar

Restaurants Per DistrictIn terms of restaurants per district, this is the basic rule—the western suburbs offer plenty of Cambodian and Turkish, whilst in the south, there is Greek and Lebanese. Head north for Indian, African and Japanese, and east for Indonesian and European. Dine with a view at The Boathouseand . Go vegetarian at .Catalina Govinda's

Bars and PubsRulings in the late 1990s, allowing gambling in drinking establishments, have seen many pubs stripped of their traditional identity. Some pubs do, however, manage a mixture of everything, for example the in Double Bay offers gambling, pool, live music and a great outdoor Golden Sheafdrinking and eating area. There are still some traditional pubs, as well as some very trendy, modern ones. Also note—many pubs are called hotels—some offer accommodation, others are just drinking establishments.

For a taste of traditional drinking visit , as well as the Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel Fortune of War

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, and . Whilst is testament to the fact that Hotel The Dry Dock Mercantile Hotel Scruffy Murphy'sIrish pubs are everywhere. Many pubs also serve great food. The has a noted restaurant, Slip Innas does . The Australian Heritage Hotel

There are pubs dedicated to sport and pubs with beer gardens and beach or city views like The . There are modern, gleaming bars with harborside locations such as . Coogee Bay Hotel Pontoon

There are live music venues, such as Bat & Ball Hotel, and pubs for lounge lizards including . For that extra something enjoy some of the best Australian wines in the Grace Burdekin Hotel

Wine Bar.

So the list is endless, and whatever your poison—however you like to drink it, the Sydney scene offers a liquid for all tastes.

Entertainment

Sydney has a vibrant, world-renowned arts scene, with a diverse range of contemporary, classical and experimental performances. Many of the city's sports venues, such as the Allianz Stadium,

and are also utilized as arts and entertainment venues. Sydney Cricket Ground ANZ Stadium

Performing Arts

One of Sydney's major centers is the , where Australia's preeminent companies Opera Houseperform ballet, opera, music and theater.

The city's selection of traditional theaters includes the dazzlingly baroque . The State Theatrerenovated is all gold and Grecian statues and is the venue for long-running Capitol Theatremusicals. Nearby is the and the glitzy Event Center in . Popular Lyric Theatre Star City Casino

in Surry Hills and , over the in Kirribilli, Belvoir Street The Ensemble Sydney Harbour Bridgefeature well-known Australian actors. For something alternative, try , The SBW Stables Theatre

pub theater and the .Old Fitzroy Hotel Performance Space

Other popular venues include for drama, the for The Bondi Pavilion Theatre Enmore Theatreconcerts and the for all kinds of performing arts. The in Angel Seymour Centre City Recital HallPlace and the restored are welcome additions to the music scene. For jazz, head Customs Houseto the at . Basement Circular Quay

Cinema

The city movie-strip is located near the , with a cluster of locations. Sydney Town Hall HoytsOxford Street's features independent releases, while shows IMAX Chauvel Cinema Parisblockbusters. For a summer evening under the stars, take a picnic to for the Centennial ParkMoonlight Cinema, or , by the harbor at . Excite OpenAir Cinema Mrs Macquarie's Chair

Museums & Galleries

The and Museums are fun and educational. Australian Powerhouse The National Maritime has naval ships to explore, and houses the ghosts of former Museum Hyde Park Barracks

convicts within its history museum. The is a treasure trove. State Library of New South Wales

The , overlooking Woolloomooloo Bay, is one of Australia's premier Art Gallery of NSWinstitutions. The gallery features a collection of Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander works, as well as Australian, European, Asian and contemporary art. The has an Museum of Sydneyinnovative approach to educating visitors about colonial and indigenous history, and The Museum

international collection is housed in an imposing art deco building. In Surry of Contemporary Art'sHills, the , was once his paint-spattered workshop. Jump on the Brett Whiteley Studio Museumferry to to see approximately hundreds of paintings and displays The Manly Art Gallery & Museum



















































ferry to to see approximately hundreds of paintings and displays The Manly Art Gallery & Museumtracing the history of beach culture.

Nightlife

Sydney's club scene is a movable feast, with venues coming and going as quickly as fashion trends. One of the perennial favorites is at . Oxford Street is bustling with Home Darling Harbourplaces frequented by a relaxed and friendly crowd, like , which is pumping until dawn Goodbarevery weekend with live music and DJs. On a list of the city's best bars and pubs you will find

. Other popular venues include the and the iconic in .SlipInn Golden Sheaf Beach Road Bondi

Sydney is one of the world's best capitals for the LGBTQ community. The scene is in Oxford Street and its surrounds. has three floors of party, where they host many different Stonewallevents from regular DJ sets to full on drag shows. You'll find a happy, mixed crowd on the dance floor at nightclub. The 24-hour is a popular spot for any time of the day or ARQ Judgement Barnight.










