Give yourself a good five days to explore this great city. Having traveled extensively in the USA, I found many similarities. However, the harbour is second to none. A harbour cruise should be at the top of your sightseeing list, and is a good way to start your visit and get your bearings.

The flight is long (but Qantas is excellent), and ...

If you're looking for a good, relaxing time that's no where near you live, choose Sydney.
It's a trip that every one in the family will enjoy and remember forever.

As an expat American , Sidney to me is in it's own world class , incomperable.

I wish , should duties ever permit, i could live there.