Sydney is Australia’s largest city with a population of almost 4 million, and is the primary port of entry for international visitors. Most recently renowned as host city of the 2000 Olympic Games, Sydney is also the business and tourism hub of the nation, and is increasingly a major centre within the Asia-Pacific region. Blessed with a wonderful setting on Sydney Harbor, and a benign climate, Sydney is a great tourist’s city. Although not the first point at which Europeans landed in Australia, it was the first permanent European settlement, and is Australia’s oldest established city.

Today, Sydney is recognized as one of the “lifestyle” capitols of the world; it’s melting pot of cultures has given the city a multitude of international restaurants and eateries to choose from; the compatible all year round warm weather; the spectacular harbor views, makes Sydney the ideal city for outdoor bars and cafes which can be found all over the city; this could also be the reason for the friendly outgoing and open attitude of “Sydneysiders” – instantly recognizable by visitors.