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Gillian Balia (Middle East based) read more eating out
Sharlene Gooch (Dubai based)

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Sharlene Gooch

SHOPPING

Bondi Junction - train ride from the city, about 20 mins.  All the designer stores and big department stores in one place.  

Queen Victoria Building - right in the heart of Sydney city, all major shops and loads of cafes.

THINGS TO DO

Taronga Zoo - catch the ferry across to the zoo from Circular Quay.  On a clear day you get an amazing look at the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.  You need a full day as there are animal shows on throughout the day...the bird show is not to be missed.  Fabulous view of Sydney Harbour from the Gondola ride.

Aquarium - at Darling Harbour. Around lunch time there is shark feeding, which is a fantastic experience for those too scared to get in the water with the real thing.  Also the 'touch pools' are a great way to understand marine life.

Bondi Beach - a short train ride from the city and in summer time packed with tourists and locals.  Fantastic bars and cafes all year round.  

Centre Point Tower - in the middle of Sydney city.  Best 360 degree view of Sydney on a clear day.  Great opportunity for photographs.

Manly Ferry - great way to see Sydney Harbour without taking a harbour cruise. Great beach during the summer months.  Must have hot chocolate and fudge brownie at Max Brenner cafe in the ferry terminal.

Blue Mountains - a full day tour but well worth the time.  Around 2 hours to get there the view of the 3 sisters is amazing and the ride on the cable car and old miners train is a bit of a rush.  Gorgeous bush walks at all times of year.

NIGHT LIFE

Wildfire - nice atmosphere, fairly expensive but great variety of food and wine.  Great for those that love their meats. Bookings essential

Sienna Marina - down at Wooloomooloo Wharf  Fantastic brunch or lunch location.  Pricey but good wine and great food

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