Sydney

Whether travelers are planning their city break in advance or want instant guidance exploring, Cadogan City Guides are the ideal companions. They provide a truly accessible way into the heart of a city, with a unique introductory full-color section packed with ideas for days out and itineraries and extensive, cross-referenced maps with all listings clearly marked (the fullest listings of any city guide available). They also include a wealth of engaging cultural and historical knowledge, along with anecdotes and colorful stories written in the enthusiastic, informed, personal way for which Cadogan is renowned.Sydney attracts 3 million visitors each year and is now one of the world's most fashionable destinations, following the spectacular 2000 Olympics. The guide explores the sparring city center from the Harbor to Bondi Beach and discovers the charms of its leafy neighborhoods. It also features outlying attractions; the Blue Mountains, where travelers can walk and escape the heat of the city, and the Hunter Valley, home of some of the finest vineyards in Australia. There are full listings of hotels, restaurants, bars, clubs, events -- the cultural spectacle of the massive Festival of Sydney and the outlandish costumes and processions of the Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras. Plus insider advice on the best surfing, diving, and sailing around the city's glorious coastline.