19th February 2009

After an exhausting 9 hours flight we have arrived in Sydney. We were greeted by the sight and feel of a very hot sun – wonderful. The hotel is a little disappointing. They are renovating the lobby area so our first impression was a little shocked. Once you are in your room it isn't too bad. A pity we didn't know about the work beforehand, we may have chosen elsewhere.

Following a quick wash and change into summer clothes we went to Darling Harbour. This has changed since we were last here. We decided to catch the ferry to Manley. We were all excited to see the Queen Victoria moored next to the Quay. She looks magnificent. Manley was interesting and we stayed until the sun set over the water before returning to the hotel for an early night.