On July 2, 2014, Jody and I flew out of Wellington for a seven day journey to Sydney and Melbourne, Australia. For Jody, this was a combination research and pleasure trip. For me, of course, all pleasure. And what a great time we had. First up was Sydney, a city so large that it could hold the entire population of both of New Zealand's islands, over 4 million. It was almost like New York. A true "harbor" city that is surrounded by different harbors linked by ferry transportation. Of course, also home to the world famous Sydney Opera House. Following are various sights of Sydney that we had the pleasure of experiencing.
Jody snapped a picture of me dressed for tourist action as we left the 1888 Hotel our first afternoon in Sydney.
Our first walk around Sydney upon arriving with a view of their own "sky tower" (almost every city seems to have one now).
Jody and I having a nice lunch on "Darling Harbor" near our hotel.
Got my "Aussie" hat, as well as this wonderful sweater that Jody bought me that I wear ALL THE TIME NOW.
Hello!
Darling Harbor where we just ate lunch as we cross the bridge into the downtown proper.
Our first view of the spectacular Sydney Opera House.
While I relaxed on a park bench (really tired after little sleep the night before and an early 6:00 am flight) Jody wondered around through Sydney's beautiful botanical gardens.
Can't hurt!
I know Jody wanted to go in here, but she ended passing up the opportunity.
Going back over the bridge to Darling Harbor from downtown.
The antics of these two were very entertaining.
So very cute.
After a brief rest in our hotel, we were back down to Darling Harbor for dinner. What a beautiful night.
Downtown Sydney from the bridge at Darling Harbor and the end of a long first day in Sydney.
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