Who is Sydney Expert?
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. Paula also holds a Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism, bringing professional standards to all our recommendations.
Supporting Paula on this site is her partner Charles Akkary. Charles takes all our photos and look after our 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.
The articles on Sydney Expert can help you:
- Plan a great itinerary for your visit to Sydney regardless of the time you have.
- Find the perfect place to propose, celebrate an event or have a picnic.
- Choose the best way to see the Blue Mountains, Sydney Harbour or the coastline.
- Find the best Sydney walks.
- Master Sydney’s public transport system like a pro
- Deal with all the logistics of planning a Sydney vacation
Ask us a question?
Have a question that you can’t find the answer to here? Want some advice on your itinerary? Looking for some recommendations?
The best place to get a quick response is our friendly and helpful Sydney Expert Facebook Community. Locals and others who have enjoyed a visit to Sydney will be happy to help you out.
Work with us
We are always looking for new events, sights and places to share with Sydney visitors. If you have an event, attraction or product that you think would interest our readers, drop us a line and we will be happy to have a look.
If you would like to know more about working with us, please contact me at paula_at_Sydneyexpert_com and request our media kit.