About Sydney Expert
At Sydney Expert, we help you plan your Sydney stay with honest, independent advice on where to stay, what to do and how to get around. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning, we personally review hotels and experiences to help you make confident travel decisions.
Meet Paula Morgan – Your Sydney Expert
Born and raised in Sydney, Paula Morgan is a certified tourism professional with more than 20 years of experience helping visitors discover the best of the city.
Having personally reviewed over 50 Sydney hotels and experiences, she knows exactly what makes a great stay. As an accredited member of the Australian Society of Travel Writers and a founding member of Sydney Greeters (part of the International Greeter Association), she combines professional know-how with a genuine love for authentic local experiences.
Paula holds a Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism, ensuring the advice you read here is both accurate and practical. Her recommendations are independent and based on personal experience.
Meet Charles Akkary – Transport Specialist & Photographer
Charles Akkary brings a unique international perspective to Sydney Expert. Born in Sydney and raised in Brazil, Charles returned to Sydney at age 25, bringing with him fluency in five languages (Portuguese, Spanish, Arabic, English and Italian).
As our transport specialist and photographer, he combines his decade of experience driving Sydney’s city buses with an eye for capturing the city’s best angles. His extensive knowledge of the public transport network — including all the best shortcuts — helps our readers navigate Sydney like locals.
What You Will Find on Sydney Expert
We take the guesswork out of planning your Sydney trip with tried and tested recommendations. From accommodation and activities to transport and local insights, our practical guides cover everything you need for a memorable experience.
Here’s what you will find
- Detailed hotel reviews and area guides to help you choose where to stay.
- Carefully curated tours and experiences we’ve personally evaluated
- Itineraries for different length of stay and types of travellers
- Advice on exploring Sydney, the Blue Mountains and all corners of NSW
- Detailed information to our favourite Sydney walks
- Step-by-step guides to using public transport like a local
- Help with all the practical details of your Sydney holiday.
Ready to Plan Your Sydney Adventure?
Begin your Sydney planning with our suggested itineraries or check out our hotel reviews to choose where you’ll stay in the city.
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