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Paula and Charles Sydney Expert

Hi, we are Paula and Charles; we created this independent Sydney travel guide because we want you to have the best time discovering all the places we think make Sydney great!

Born and raised in Sydney, Paula is a certified tourism professional with over 20 years of experience helping visitors discover the best of the city. 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 expertise with a passion for authentic local experiences.

Charles takes all our photos and look after the social channels. He worked as a Sydney City bus driver for more than a decade so he knows our public transport system and the best ways to around the city better than anyone.

Since 2010, we have been sharing our first-hand experience of things to see and do across the city and the state of NSW. We’re here to help you find fun things to do in Sydney, whether you are a local or a visitor.

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ByByPaula MorganMar 1, 2025

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ByByPaula MorganMar 15, 2025

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