Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales and the most populous city in Australia. It is on the south-east coast of the Tasman Sea. In June 2010 the greater metropolitan area had an approximate population of 4.6 million people.[1] Inhabitants of Sydney are called Sydneysiders, comprising a cosmopolitan and international population.[4] - Wiki
A trip down under started 2013 with a bang. Chinese New Year travel destinations have always been a dilemma to many - accommodations are fully-booked and airline tickets go sky-high. I initially thought to stay in Singapore and just visit Chinatown to see the dragons so I can save my leaves for another trip . But oi, oi, oi Miranda is calling!
The enthusiastic travel bug M regularly checks Scoot for ticket deals. It was indeed her lucky day to find a good rate to Sydney. A little convincing, then I said yes and tagged along other travel mates for a week-long vacation.
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| a long 8hrs trip : Scoot |
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| first stop: get an AU sim card to stay connected |
We arrived past noon; though tired and hungry, our excitement was too overwhelming, giving us the kick to start Sydney day 1. Then goes the usual traveler's routine - get a taxi, check-in, ready the camera, freshen up, and all set to stroll.
Accommodation: Nomads Westend Backpackers Sydney
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| around Sydney |
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| the summer outfit |
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| Sydney Harbour Bridge |
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| Sydney Opera House |
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| sausage, pork knuckles, German beer for dinner @ The Rocks |
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| right below the bridge |
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grocery time with A and H
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Now it's time to hit the sack and get ready for day 2.
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