So yes, this trip was full of surprises, but it was also just a wonderful break from the hussle and bussle of work. Kate and I thought we'd make mini-blogs about each day of our trip so it isn't too much to soak in.
We arrived in Sydney on Friday morning (July 31st, 2009) and checked in at the Holiday Inn (Old Sydney). I swear, if you ever go to Sydney, check this place out. the roof had beautiful views of the harbour, it was walking distance to everything, and we were right in the middle of historic Sydney where the first colonial settlers made their home.
After dropping off our bags and brushing our teeth on the roof, we wandered over to Sydney Harbour Bridge to have a look around from the Pylon Lookout. It is a cheaper alternative to the bridge-climb and you get to learn about how the bridge was built. You also get some spectacular views of the city!Check out Kate's introduction to the city taken from up on the pylon lookout:
She had no idea what was coming the next day from the spot right over her shoulder! :)
Finally, we went to Taronga Zoo on the North Side of Sydney Harbour, and it was an amazing zoo. Definately worth the visit, but if you go, be sure to take the ferry and not a cab. You get better views, and it is 5 times cheaper!!!
Here are a few pics with our new zoo-friends: and there are more on this link: http://picasaweb.google.com/kateandadam09/AustraliaHoliday09Day1?feat=directlink
I've never seen anyone look so good brushing their teeth! hahah
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