Sydney, Days 5/6

Yesterday was mainly devoted to shopping and hair care (I opted out of both of these activities). In the evening it was back to Darling Harbour for a happy hour drink at an excellent micro brewery there followed by a meal at Jordons, the renowned seafood restaurant.

Today was another hot and sunny one, so we decided to take the bus to the legendary Bondi Beach. This turned out to be a very attractive stretch of sand, and not too busy today. Apparently on Christmas Day it turns into a massive (but alcohol free) open air party with hordes of Sydney dwellers doing their thing in the sun and surf. Beats staying at home with the turkey and Queen’s speech I guess. We had a pleasant walk along the cliff path that links Bondi to Bronte Beach, before taking the bus from there back into Sydney.

In the evening we dined at the Sydney Cafe, which is located on the roof of the old Harbour Authority building. After a couple of cocktails to celebrate the end of the Australia phase of our trip, we ate what was arguably our best meal of the holiday so far (and there has been some serious competition), and all with stunning views of Sydney Harbour at night.

With weather like this and such pleasant surroundings, it is easy to see why Aussies are such a relaxed and easy going bunch. Last time I was in Sydney, I remember saying after only two days that it was somewhere where I could easily seem myself living. And that was in the dull winter months. This trip only served to reinforce my initial impressions. Sydney seems to have it all!