Sydney, Australia

Sydney’s status as a vibrant metropolis equal to the world’s greatest cities, is justifiably earned. With iconic architecture such as the famous Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, shimmering beaches such as Bondi Beach, and a laid-back and roughly charming and friendly attitude, this city is a pleasure to visit. Sydney is Australia’s oldest city, and the area’s Aboriginal cultural heritage followed by its convict history can be explored in a variety of museums and galleries. Opportunities to discover and experience new things include visiting the botanical gardens, swimming on the beach, eating a delicious meal in Chinatown, watching unique Australian animals in the Sydney Wild Life Zoo or Sea Life Aquarium, taking in the Maritime museum, exploring the fish market, walking through Hyde Park, and learning about WWI Anzac history at the Anzac memorial. Of course, the opera house, completed in 1973 with its competition winning design offers concerts, theater and dance, as well as a one-hour guided tour. This symbol of the city, along with the Harbour Bridge, the largest and heaviest steel arch bridge in the world, together give Sydney Harbour an exciting and fascinating vibe with which to enjoy the surrounding metropolis.​