Day Four
I was early to the airport to avoid any unpleasant surprises. As usual when you travel solo, they go through you a bit more. The TRS counter was long, spent almost 40 mins there to claim my GST (lucky I'm early). Last minute requests from family back home makes me rushing here and there. Haha. But I'm good to go home. Oh to the reality.
Few things that have made this trip easier that worth to mention:
1. Location of the hostel
I'm a bit worried when confirming my booking. Since i made my arrangement at a very last minute, I have left with only two options. Decided with my guts to choose this hotel since it looks less crowded means less noise, free wifi, the score rating is higher and from review its suitable for more matured traveller. Location is perfect, near the main hub of every bus and train - the central station only 500m away. So I can just simply ask the tour bus driver to drop me off anywhere near to the central station. Mc Donald, KFC, Sushi, 7eleven and Roti boy are just around the corner.
Upon arrival, it was not that hard to find it. Lucky, i arrived in the afternoon and the room is ready even the check in time is 2.30 pm. Room is clean even though no aircond, only table and fan. Shared bathroom was surprisingly clean and usually empty (perhaps I always go out early morning and come back late evening, hah!). The shared kitchen even though a bit small is clean and with free tea :) Oh, for 3 nights, it cost me RM 650.00 for single room.
2. Tour
I bought buy one free one tour package from 12fly.com.my and it was good. The two days full day tour is worth RM333. Ok sangat kan, rather than wondering alone like nowhere. I emailed them on Saturday evening to confirm my purchase and immediately they call my mobile to re-confirm. I immediately make my payment as it was already few days to depature. They send my request to APT office on the same day and by Tuesday I received my voucher and on Thursday off I go.
Both tour was done professionally, punctual and with full information about the places and what is happening. The only thing that you must follow is their time, not yours :)
3. Navigation
To people like me who has poor sense of direction, Sydney would be a suitable destination to visit. Signage and street names are everywhere. Even you get lost, you will find your way home. Public transportation's are superb but expensive :( You can buy different passes to get discounted rate (only if you stay longer). Don't afraid to ask, they are pleasant people :)
4. Internet
Do not hope for free wifi. It is very limited. Purchase your own internet sim card instead. Buy Optus Yes (the yellow colour provider), it can be as low as AUD 2 for unlimited calls and data. Nice kan.
5. Food and drinks
are expensive in Sydney.The cheapest small bottle mineral water that i found is AUD 2. Mahal kan. The big bottle AUD 3.5. Nevertheless, I just found out that it is safe to drink the tap water. Coke and juice will cost in average AUD 3.20. I found halal indomee in 7eleven ranging from AUD 1 to AUD 3. So don't worry, you can still survive without carrying any food from home. Just tell your stomach to be patience :) However, if you are a coffee lover like me, a visit to the cafes is a must. Their coffee is excellent. You will be spoilt with choices.
The sky are blue and the sun shines bright. Thank you Sydney. I had a great time. You have been easy on me.
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