Let''s Go Walkabout

By Author: Bonny Kominek
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One of the most difficult things about planning a romantic break is finding the perfect location. You want somewhere beautiful, relaxing, interesting and, above all, romantic. Luckily there is a city which encapsulates all this and more: Sydney. Here is a quick guide to getting the most out of a visit to this fantastic city.

The holiday should start as soon as you get on the plane, so it''s important to make sure the flight is right. It is eminently possible to get a cheap flight to Sydney, so why not spend the money you save on a bottle of champagne so you can start your holiday in style? Once you''re in Sydney itself, if you''re looking for maximum flexibility with minimum fuss, it makes a lot of sense to rent a hire-car ? there are some excellent deals to be had on these, and it enables you to explore some of the countryside around Sydney as well.

The perfect romantic day out starts with a good night''s sleep, and there are literally hundreds of hotels in Sydney willing to cater to that need. Located in the centre of Sydney''s beautiful and historic Rocks area ''Quay West Suites'' is a five-star hotel which ...
... offers you the choice of renting your own top-quality suite for the trip. Alternatively, Radissons Plaza Hotel provides a slice of old-school glamour.

To start your day in style it''s a great idea to take advantage of one of the many vans selling smoothies, pancakes or coffee which are dotted throughout Sydney. Many of them are located conveniently close to parks, meaning you can enjoy your treat in beautiful surroundings. The Royal Botanic Gardens are a particularly choice location in which to while away a lazy morning.

For the active holiday-goer then Sydney''s numerous beaches (there are over forty) provide opportunities for some fantastic surfing and body-boarding; if you''ve always wanted to try this there are also normally lessons available for first-timers. If, however, you prefer relaxing in the sun then the number and variety of beaches means that you''ll be able to find a private spot to sit and soak up some rays.

Sydney''s ''Taronga Zoo'' is a great place in which to see most of Australia''s most famous wildlife under one roof ? kangaroos, duck-billed platypus and koalas are all housed here, making a visit a real treat for animal lovers. Sydney Harbour is a fantastic place in which to while away an afternoon ? there is always something going on in the still busy port, and there''s always the famous bridge to wander over later.

At the end of your day you''ll be looking for somewhere to have a romantic meal. Sydney''s seaside location means it has some great seafood: Nicks Cockle Bay Wharf Seafood Restaurant is particularly recommended. For those looking for a truly intimate dining location why not try Astral, a romantic restaurant serving high-quality cuisine you can savour as you take in the restaurant''s view of the water.

After your restaurant meal you can enjoy a leisurely walk back to your hotel, perhaps stopping for a glass of wine or a cocktail along the way. Sydney provides an original and atmospheric location for a romantic holiday ? if you want something really special, you''ll find it here. #Pen name# is a freelance writer with a love of gap year travel. They recommend DialAFlight for your Sydney flight.