Day 87 - Sunrise, Sydney Wanders & Shared Tables

 I woke early and caught the sunrise, one of those quiet moments that instantly sets the tone for the day. I headed down to the gym, but it’s quite small and was already very busy, full of machines with little space for stretching. So I came back to the room, did some gentle stretches, and then headed out for a walk around The Rocks.



There was a lovely weekend market on—such a great atmosphere. I may (once again) have bought another dress and picked up some jerky meats for my boys. I also popped into see the Ken Done exhibition, which Jane had recommended, and I’m so glad I did—it was vibrant, joyful, and full of colour. After grabbing a veggie juice, I headed back to the hotel to check in on Joe.



Once Joe was up, we headed over to Darling Harbour. We went for lunch at a fish restaurant and then on to Wildlife Sydney Zoo. In hindsight, it probably would have made more sense to do the zoo first and then lunch—but you live and learn! It was still a fun and relaxed afternoon.



We headed back to the hotel so Joe could have a well-earned snooze before the evening plans. While he rested, I managed to get myself booked on the Sydney Harbour Bridge climb for tomorrow, which I’m really excited about—definitely one of those pinch-me experiences.

Later, Ellen and Joe arrived, bearing a beautiful gift—a bottle of red wine they’ve imported from New Zealand, from a winery they know well and love. Such a thoughtful touch. Ellen’s Joe fancied eating in the hotel, but my Joe wasn’t so keen, so with a bit of concierge magic we secured a booking at Akti.



Dinner was really lovely—great food, warm conversation, and that easy joy that comes from being with people you truly care about. Afterwards, it was back to the hotel and an early night, ready for another Sydney adventure tomorrow.

🌿 Daily Reflection

Sydney feels vibrant, creative, and alive—but it’s the shared moments, the laughter, and the ease of being with good friends that make the day truly special.

⭐ Highlight of the Day

Strolling through The Rocks market and ending the evening around a table at Akti—proof that the best travel memories are made somewhere between curiosity and connection.

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