Planning a trip to Sydney can be challenging. It’s so far from the rest of the world that for many visitors it’s a once in a lifetime visit. With this in mind, I have written these articles to help you with the decision-making that goes into planning such a special holiday.
Whether you are travelling on a budget or splurging on a special occasion visit like a honeymoon, anniversary or big birthday celebration the posts here are designed to answer the most common questions about your holiday in Sydney.
Feel free to send me an email if you have any questions I have not covered.
Just booked your flights to Sydney? Brilliant! While you’re counting down the days, here’s how to turn your excitement into practical preparation that will make your visit even better. This guide focuses on specific tasks that are easier to sort out from home, particularly transport cards, restaurant bookings, and seasonal planning. Most visitors tell me … Read more
Are you thinking of cruising from Sydney? Or perhaps you are cruising to Sydney from other waters. Sydney Harbour farewells over 300 cruises a year; in December this year there are 48 arrivals or departures. Cruising has become one of Australia’s most beloved pastimes, and for those of you considering your first cruise, we have … Read more
The first time I stood on the deck of a cruise ship in Sydney looking across at the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge was a special moment, even for a lifelong Sydneysider. It’s something you never forget and definitely a very special way to take in this unforgettable view. But before you dig out … Read more
Sydney Greeters is part of a global organisation called the International Greeter Association. Greeters are volunteers who give up their time to show visitors around their hometown and help encourage cross-cultural friendship. I first came across the greeter service back in 2010 when I was lucky enough to be shown around Paris by a lovely … Read more
There are lots of things to consider when you are trying to choose the best time to visit Sydney. The weather, public holidays and school holiday periods can all impact how much you enjoy your holiday, affecting costs and crowds. Below we have covered the most frequently asked questions we receive about when is the … Read more
Trying to enjoy Sydney on a budget? As a local I know Sydney can be an expensive place to visit. For over 20 years I helped international students and backpackers explore Sydney so I have learnt a thing or two about having fun on limited funds. Today I share my best tips for travellers of … Read more
If you have arrived on a brief stay and need to find easy access luggage storage in Sydney, you have come to the right place. Whether you need to find somewhere to store your bags for a few hours or a few days, we have checked out all the options in Sydney city and inner … Read more
Planning a trip to Sydney on a budget if can be pretty daunting. Talk of it being an expensive city is true, food and accommodation can set you back but with our tips you can still have a wonderful time. Sydney is recognised as one of the most expensive cities in the world to live … Read more
We asked some travel writers to share their best tips about backpacking in Sydney. Below, they have covered the best hostels and a bunch of cheap but fabulous things to do in Sydney. We hope these tips will help you save some money and have a great time on your trip. Some basics for backpacking in … Read more
Over 125,000 people aged between 18-30 travel to Australia on Working Holiday visas each year. Today we have put together our top tips to help you save money while you are travelling and working in Australia. You can find out if you are eligible to apply for a working holiday visa here. If you are in planning … Read more
Did you know there are six UNESCO World Heritage sites in NSW? One of these sites includes four different places, bringing the total locations you can visit to nine. Below we share the info you need to plan a visit and complete your NSW World Heritage passport. Ok so there is no NSW UNESCO passport, … Read more
Taking the Sydney Airport train to the centre of the city is a good option for most visitors and one of the quickest ways to get to the CBD. Solo travellers and couples will find the airport train cheaper than a taxi, and it is a pretty straightforward trip if you are staying in the middle of town. While … Read more