Welcome To Sydney
Trip Start
Nov 22, 2006
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Trip End
Dec 16, 2006
Sydney, Australia
Friday, December 1, 2006
Location: Down under
Miles Walked: 8
Kangaroos Spotted: 0
Koalas Spotted: 0
Weather: Hot, Sunny, Hazy, and Sticky
Aaron Says:
Welcome to Sydney!
We had a great time in New Zealand, and a great flight over to Australia. It was an easy trip, and even though we were up and going at 3:30 am Sydney time, we made it through the whole day without too much trouble (it's 8pm as I'm writing this, we'll post the update in the morning).
Just after noon local time, we were checked into out nice little hotel and headed out into the city. We walked all over and had a great time. Denise is ecstatic to be back "home". It really is a great city. It's very reminiscent of Boston, and so far is much more enjoyable than the last big city we were in; Auckland. To be fair to Auckland, we had been up for about 24 hours before spending the day walking around a city neither of us had been in. I'm sure it is very pleasant.
We made it down to the Rocks, up to Observation hill, over to Circular Quay, and walked around the Opera House. We grabbed some dinner and some groceries and headed back around 6 pm. After I squirted Thai Chili Sauce in my eye (which I must say is very painful, in case you were wondering. Don't try that at home.), we spent some time trying to plan out the next 5 days so we could fit in as much as possible. It should be a fun time, and we'll be sure to keep you posted! Thanks again for the comments, and keep them coming. It's fun hearing from the past.
In case you're wondering, it's going to be cold for you back home. I've been to the future and seen it ;)
Aaron
Denise Says:
G'day, mates!
I'm home! For those of you that don't know, Sydney is my adopted home. It's been six and a half years, but I'm finally back.
We got into town this morning and took the train to Central Station. The walk to our hotel was a little more than we were planning on, but we got here in one piece. I spent most of my time in the Central Business District, the Rocks and North Ryde (the suburb McQuarie University is in) last time I was here. Our hotel is south of the CBD and it took a while before things started to look familiar. Just before we got to Hyde Park I got my bearings.
We walked all over - the Rocks, Circular Quay, the Opera House - then we took the train back to the hotel. We've spent the evening relaxing and planning the rest of the week. So much to do, so little time. I love it here. Can't wait for the next five days.
Talk to you soon,
Denise
Comments
The Next Trac of your Trip; Sydney, Aus.
glad to hear you made it safe and sound. This is going to seem very differant then the hills and twisty roads of New Zealand! Big City life! We have had our first wintery blast, major winter storm, although we didn't get as much as they first thought, bummer, I was hoping for a blizzard like parts of the country got. Have fun and enjoy the warm weather!!! Can't wait to see the Pics.lol, M&DB
Hey there
So happy that you are back home again...lol
Like you said we got hit with some lovely snow/ice. I really dont mind it up until Jan 2 then it has to leave.
I cant wait to see your pics for this week. I have always wanted to visit Aussie.
Hey Dutch says hi and wants to talk to you about a photo job. He told me alittle bit about it and it sounds awesome Denise. Told him when you were coming back and he said if you could get ahold of him before hand that would be great. If I can help any way just ask. Hey be safe.....
Warning!
Stay out of the water! Where waves are present, at any rate. ;) j/k, enjoy, be safe.
Welcome Home
Hey Denise and Aaron,
It must be nice to be home, huh? The Rocks, Circular Quay, the Opera House; it's taking me back! Hope your week in Sydney (how can you not!). Make sure you climb up the bridge tower (I believe it's called a pylon or something like that) for great views of the city. And also try to eat at Pancakes on the Rocks in the Rocks (I heard it was very good). And finally don't forget to try and go to the grower's market if you can (free samples is all I'm saying!). That's all from me.
~John
how about that
Just thought you might like to keep up with things important. State got beat by Boston College the other night in the ACC challenge. Here the big news. Keith Nichol is going to Oklahoma, he is sticking with the red and white. He is the only QB OU is giving a ride to this year so he could be a 4 year starter. Good move kid. Drove to work in a frozen rain storm this AM, interesting, pretty much clear now, 2026 hours our time. The water falls were very nice. Have a great time. Love youse, Dadman