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Sydney holidays

Explore Australia's most iconic city on your Kuoni holidays

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Draped around a natural harbour, Sydney is a city filled with vibrancy and life, a glittering gem on Australia’s south eastern coastline.

A visit to the instantly recognisable Sydney Opera House is a must - with the sun glinting off its sleek white curves, it is a dazzling spectacle beside the water. Wander through Sydney’s busy streets and the Royal Botanic Gardens, kick back on Bondi Beach; soak up the sun and splash in the surf before experiencing the legendary nightlife. The streets come alive after dark, with bars and restaurants filled with happy chatter and clinking glasses.

Dine beneath the stars, try a whole host of international cuisines or up the anti and dine in a world-renowned chef’s establishment before taking a moonlit stroll or enjoying one of the busy clubs.

Choose from Kuoni’s hand-picked selection of Sydney hotels.

Sydney highlights
•    Book our Sydney Experience package to get a convenient taster of Sydney and its surrounding areas.
•    Climb the Harbour Bridge for a bird’s eye view of the city either by day, twilight or at night.
•    Take a sunset cruise around the harbour and watch the city illuminate around you and visit The Rocks district for fantastic shopping, markets, cafés and bars.
•    Use iconic Sydney as your base to explore the rest of New South Wales.

Australia Weddings
As a weddings abroad specialist we at Kuoni are the ideal choice to help you plan your perfect wedding in Australia. We offer an extensive selection of packages in Sydney - perhaps have your ceremony at the iconic opera house or even atop the magnificent Harbour Bridge. For further information please see our dedicated Australia weddings pages or request a copy of our Weddings Brochure.

Sydney Tailor Made
Don’t forget that with Kuoni, you can tailor make your own dream Australian itinerary.

Simply:
•    Browse our online portfolio, or request a copy of our fantastic Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific brochure.
•    Call our knowledgeable Australia sales team who will help guide you through your options and prepare your detailed holiday quotation.
•    Request a quote online

For further information, inspiration and holiday ideas see:
•    Our comprehensive list of Australia facts and information.
•    Our i-travel articles for Australia.

Capital city

Canberra
Population

Australia has a population of 19.5 million.

Time difference / local time

Australia has three time zones: Eastern Standard Time: GMT +10 Hours taking in Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland Central Standard Time: GMT + 9 Hours 30 Mins taking in Northern Territory and South Australia. Western Standard Time: GMT

Language

English is the official language even though they do have their own vocabulary for certain words! The aborigines do have their own language but it is not widely spoken.

Currency

Australian Dollar ($). Approx. exchange rate AUD 1.61 = GBP 1 (27 January 2011) comprising of 100 cents = $1.
Passports and Visas

Visas are required by everyone except holders of Australian or New Zealand passports. Visas can now be booked electronically through Electronic Travel Authority (ETA’s) or by contacting the Australian High Commission. Clients will also require a 10 year passport which needs to be valid for six months after return to the UK. All other passport holders should contact the Australian High Commission as early as possible.

Shopping

Aborigine art is available in all major cities at every conceivable price. Shops selling duty-free goods are available so it’s worth looking at radios, photographic and electrical equipment, as well as clothes and perfumes. Your passport and ongoing ticket will prove that you’re eligible for duty-free although not always asked for. Souvenirs include the cuddly koala, boomerangs and the Australian wide brimmed hat.

Climate / season

Rule of the thumb is that the seasons in Australia are opposite to those in Europe. Spring & Summer is October to March with most of the country being warm or hot, the north being more tropical and the south having milder nights. Autumn and winter is April to September where the north and central Australia is clear, with warm days and cool nights. The south experiences cool days with occasional rain.

No compulsory vaccinations but recommended vaccination is Tetanus.
Tipping

If you feel that you have received an excellent service and wish to show appreciation for this then a discretionary tip of 10% may be given.

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