Sydney Backpackers Expo

• Anzac Day Sydney by Michael Ex-Serviceman
  in Backpackers Sydney Tourist Attractions, Sydney Travel, Sydney, Sydney Backpackers Expo, Sydney Events, Sydney Festivals, Sydney Things to do
  20 Apr 2012  | 0 Comments

  On this day 25th April (every year) please remember:

  Its not just a holiday for barbeques, drinking and playing two up! 

  Anzac Day is a day that we should remember, thank and respect that many persons (both male and female) gave their lives and lots of pain to let us be free and able to lead an everyday life in this world!

  Also remember the wives, husbands, children, parents and other family and friends of these brave people whom gave their lives for us on this ANZAC DAY.  Also we should pay our respects for those involved in military actions around the world over the past years.

   

  Lest we forget.

   

  For all the details on the History, Services and Playing TWO UP duing ANZAC DAY - please click - your complete guide to ANZAC day Sydney.

   
• Arriving at Jolly Swagman Kings Cross Backpackers by Chris
  in Backpackers Sydney Tourist Attractions, Backpacker Hostel Facilities, Backpackers Hostels and Backpacking, Hostel Life, Kings Cross, Staying at a backpackers hostel, Sydney Backpackers Expo
  24 Feb 2012  | 0 Comments

  Arriving at Jolly Swagman Kings Cross Backpackers

   

  After staying in numerous Kings Cross Backpackers during my 4 weeks in Sydney, I made a reservation at the Jolly Swagman after hearing great things from fellow travellers and backpackers. I arrived at 12 pm and was happy to be told I could check in immediately, as other hostels had made me wait until 2pm in the afternoon. I was greeted with a smile by Nicole on the hostels reception, who gave me my key, sheets, discount voucher booklet and free internet usage card. The hostel looked cheerful and fun, with its signature yellow paintjob continuing inside.

   

  I headed up to my room and was delighted to be in a room with only 3 beds. This is something that is a big plus for me, as after being in hostels for a month you can grow tired of the 12 or 8 bed rooms, where late night revellers’ and early bird day trippers frequently disrupt your sleep. As Kings Cross Backpackers go, the rooms at the Jolly Swagman are certainly near the top. My room has its own fridge and cupboards for storing my food and drinks, something which is another big plus, as in other hostels with communal fridges and cupboards your stuff can often go walk-abouts!

   

  I unpacked and headed for a shower. The hot water never ran out, something which other hostels in Kings Cross cannot offer. It was time for lunch so I nipped to Woolworths which was a 4 minute walk away from the hostel. I grabbed some backpacker basics (spaghetti, pasta sauce) and headed back to cook. I swapped my key for a saucepan at reception, something I was told ensures the pans get cleaned after use! After eating I was ready to start my day, but so far the Jolly Swagman had offered all I wanted from a Kings Cross Backpackers.
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  Sydney Backpacker's Expo by Alberto
  in Sydney Backpackers Expo
  21 May 2009  | 0 Comments

  The Sydney Adventure Travel and Backpacker's Expo has been running since 1995 and gets bigger and better every year!

  Each year the expo provides a great opportunity for backpackers and adventure travellers alike to meet up and talk to the experts in the industry about adventure packages, club and hostelling membership as well general advice and information on everything from ascending the Andes to hunting on the plains with a Zimbabwean zulu. This is the one expo where all of your queries regarding costs, establishment issues, work and activities will be answered under the one roof!

  Have all of your questions answered by the professionals whose decades of experience in trekking the globe will give you many informative and free talks whilst giving away tons of prizes, special offers, freebies and discounts.

  In 2009, the expo will take place in Sydney from the 7th to 8 Nov (10am-4pm daily, admission $7 at the door) at the Sydney Exhibition & Convention Centre, Darling Harbour. Over 200 exhibitors from every continent on the globe will be covering everything you could possibly want to know about planning your trip of a lifetime, including:

  • Accommodation and Travel Gear
  • Work and Employment
  • Tours and Activities
  • Travel literature
  • Insurance, Tax Services and Visas
  • Travel Agents
  • Specialist Experiences and Activities

  ....and tons more on the day!

  Guest speakers include a variety of experts from experienced backpackers themselves, to tour operators, travel agents, area specialists as well as cultural and tourism ambassadors from embassies!

  Getting to the Sydney Exhibition and Convention Centre from the Famous Jolly Swagman Backpackers Sydney Hostel couldn't be easier- from Kings Cross Station, take any train heading towards the City. Get off at Town Hall Station, where well-signed directions and walkways to Darling Harbour can't be missed; its about five to ten minutes on foot. The Centre is the large (and although I hate to say it, decidedly unattractive) concrete building just past the large IMAX cinema, before the Harbourside shopping centre.

  For more information, contact our friendly reception or visit the expo's website at backpackersexpo.com.au