| If you're feeling like you're a bit | | | | steel arch bridge in the world and was |
| overwhelmed with the pressures of the big | | | | constructed in 1932. Built during the Great |
| city, it might be time to experience a big | | | | Depression, the bridge became a symbol of |
| city without all the stress. In Sydney, | | | | Sydney residents' (or Sydneysiders) |
| Australia the residents carry a unique | | | | perseverance through tough times and has |
| laid-back lifestyle that seamlessly meshes | | | | become a focal point for many of the city's |
| with the distinctive high style, | | | | huge celebrations, including the |
| ultra-modern, & eco-friendly surroundings. | | | | unforgettable Sydney New Year's Eve Party. |
| Home to the largest natural harbour in the | | | | In its current state, the bridge includes |
| world, Sydney experiences an average of 300 | | | | eight lanes of roadway traffic, two railway |
| days of sunshine, exudes a friendly charm, | | | | tracks, a bike path, footpath, and the famous |
| and bursts with creative energy (home to | | | | BridgeClimb, where you can take guided tours |
| artists like AC/DC, INXS, & Natalia | | | | up to the very top of the bridge, at a height |
| Imbruglia). Plus, the city is a frequent | | | | of 134 metres. |
| stop for international tours with acts such | | | | |
| as The Police, Elton John, The Killers, & | | | | Being a part of the largest natural harbour |
| Justin Timberlake. | | | | in the world certainly has its charms, and |
| | | | one of Sydney's greatest attractions is its |
| Discovered by the English in 1770, Sydney has | | | | natural beauty. Starting from the beautiful |
| rapidly developed and established itself as | | | | Royal Botanic Gardens, you can take a short |
| an economic & financial powerhouse of the | | | | 20 min. trip out to East Sydney where you'll |
| Southern Hemisphere. Sydney was founded on | | | | find the picturesque Bondi Beach, famous for |
| immigration, and to this day it is a very | | | | its plentiful year-round surf. Also, be sure |
| cosmopolitan city that features dizzying | | | | not to miss Manly Beach, a long strip of |
| skyscrapers, an efficient Metro Monorail, and | | | | beautiful sand just across from Sydney |
| the oldest continuously running airport in | | | | Harbour on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. |
| the world. To learn more about Sydney's | | | | While in the North Harbour, be on the lookout |
| historical origins, explore the Australian | | | | for the city's small warm weather penguins. |
| Museum, which includes a feature on the | | | | After a day on the beach, you can explore |
| city's first inhabitants, the Aboriginals. | | | | Sydney's exciting nightlife at King's Cross, |
| As well, Sydney's modern metropolis is full | | | | Darling Harbour, or The Rocks. |
| of fantastic shopping destinations such as | | | | |
| Pitt Street Mall, The Galleries, Sydney | | | | If you're planning on exploring this fun city |
| Central Plaza, & Centrepoint. Plus, | | | | for yourself, considering staying at the |
| Elizabeth, Castelreagh, and King Streets are | | | | Rydges World Square Sydney, a relaxing hotel |
| known for their distinctive high-end shops | | | | that is right in the heart of the Central |
| such as Ralph Lauren Polo, Burberry, Chanel, | | | | Business District. Formally the Avillion |
| and Tiffany's. | | | | Hotel Sydney, the Rydges World Square |
| | | | features doorstep-access to the World Square |
| However, apart from its modern city | | | | Monorail, connecting you to great city |
| attractions, Sydney is best known for its | | | | attractions like Sydney Convention & |
| one-of-a-kind twin landmarks, the Opera House | | | | Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour, Sydney |
| and the Harbour Bridge. The Opera House is a | | | | Entertainment Center, and the shopping and |
| world-renown building that features five | | | | financial sectors of downtown. Plus, the |
| theatres, five rehearsal studios, four | | | | hotel is a great place to kick back after a |
| restaurants, six bars, two main halls, and | | | | day in the city, with high speed & secure |
| several souvenir shops. Built over 14 years | | | | wireless internet access, fully-equipped |
| in three separate stages, the Opera House's | | | | fitness center, electronic safes, and cozy |
| unique wind-sail design, location on the | | | | Dream© beds. On your next Sydney |
| harbour waterfront, and state-of-the-art | | | | vacation, stay like a Sydneysider at the |
| performance halls have made it an iconic | | | | Rydges World Square, an accommodation that |
| Sydney symbol across the globe. | | | | embodies the friendly, laid-back charm of the |
| | | | city. |
| The Sydney Harbour Bridge is the highest | | | | |