Sunday, December 16, 2007

Don't be LOST in Sydney

If you manage to loose yourself in Sydney...it's because you don't know how to read map (hardcopy or via internet), don't have a map (why ???) and/or shy to ask. People are friendly in Sydney so don;t be shy to ask for directions. The chance that you'll be conned (is this even a word?) is low. Get a map! Your school/uni will sometimes provide you with a map. If not go to the several tourist/information centres and get yourself some maps. How do you get to this places? Find your way using internet.



Sydney is pretty well mapped out digitally so you can find places just by searching the web. If you are bringing a computer to Sydney, don't forget to install Google Earth. It's free !. But the most important website related to maps and directions in Sydney are Google Map Australia and WhereIs Australia. Google Map is available as a flash application to be installed on your mobile phone and WhereIs Australia has a mobile internet version (don't for to activate your internet for mobile). Another good website for planning your travel around Sydney is the 131500 Transport Infoline where it will suggest the appropriate bus, ferry and/or train to take you to your destination. You could also call 131500 from any phone and get directions from the operator.

Another option is to check out the Sydney Bus, Ferry and Train website for more information on planning your trip. However you'll find that using the 131500 Transport Infoline is good enough and it has a mobile internet version. Remember plan your trip and don't be lost in Sydney.

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