SHORT & SWEET
23 - 27 February 2023
5 day party and parade: Sydney WorldPride and Mardi Gras.
5 fabulous days and 4 fun-filled nights of celebrations. Catch all the excitement of Sydney WorldPride highlight events including the Live and Proud Opening Concert presented by American Express and headlined by Kylie Minogue, and the Domain Dance Party as well as an exclusive hosted private penthouse Welcome Party and a special access cocktail party from which to watch the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade* on Oxford Street.
*Ask our Travel Design team about access to the otherwise sold-out official Mardi Gras party – tickets are strictly limited, issued on a first-come basis and sold only in conjunction with a Southern Crossings Sydney WorldPride package.
Itinerary
A Southern Crossings representative will greet you on arrival in Sydney and transfer you to your accommodation.
In the trendy inner-city suburb of Surry Hills, the ACE Hotel Sydney is your home away from home for the next 4 nights. Surrounded by cool cafes and locals’ favourite restaurants, bars and galleries, this buzzy and inviting boutique hotel is also only a short walk from the Sydney World Pride highlight events.
This evening, enjoy an exclusive to Southern Crossings’ clients Welcome Party in a spectacular private penthouse that was the setting for Kylie Minogue’s “Especially for You” music video and that is home to this evening’s host: actress, art collector and legendary Sydney socialite, Christa Billich. Enjoy champagne and cocktails in her engaging company as you get to know fellow travellers
Accommodation: ACE Hotel Sydney, Surry Hills (4 nights in a ‘Medium Plus’ room)
Enjoy the day at leisure (you may wish to explore the Pride Villages festival event along Oxford Street and surrounds) ahead of the Live and Proud Sydney WorldPride Opening Concert presented by American Express, and headlined by the one-and-only Kylie Minogue with a collection of fabulous Australian entertainers to get the party started.
Accommodation: ACE Hotel Sydney, Surry Hills
Enjoy the day at leisure (Ask us about optional touring experiences or you may wish to check out the Pride Amplified events: 24 Feb – 5 Mar) ahead of this evening’s highlight event: the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade.
Enjoy an exclusive cocktail reception (with premium beverages and canapes) in a private area at a glitzy and glamorous venue perfectly positioned on Oxford Street to catch all the action of the passing Mardi Gras parade.
*For those who are keen to kick on, ask our Travel Design team about tickets to the otherwise sold-out official Mardi Gras Party (at additional cost, strictly limited availability and on a first-come basis).
Accommodation: ACE Hotel Sydney, Surry Hills
Enjoy the day at leisure (you may wish to visit the First Nations Gathering Space at Carriageworks with a collection of creative exhibits, theatre, dining and drag: 24 Feb – 28 Feb) ahead of the Sydney WorldPride Domain Dance Party event.
The Domain Dance Party event brings together a collection of local and international artists and DJs who will present a feast for the eyes and ears as you dance the night away in the Domain.
Accommodation: ACE Hotel Sydney, Surry Hills
Transfer to Sydney airport for your onward travel arrangements or ask us about options to extend your Australian adventures.
Important Information
Price – From AUD $4,950 for two people on a double/twin share basis
(AUD$ 1,975 single supplement)
Itinerary operates with a minimum of 6 people.
Inclusions:
- 4 nights' accommodation ACE Hotel Sydney, in a Medium Plus room
- Meet & Greet on arrival and return airport-hotel transfers
- Exclusive hosted Welcome Party with return transfers
- Ticket to the Live & Proud Opening Concert presented by American Express
- Exclusive hosted cocktail reception to watch the Mardi Gras Parade on Oxford Street
- Ticket to the Domain Dance Party
- Australian Goods & Services Tax (GST) at 10%
Exclusions:
- Flights to/from Sydney
- Meals and Beverages not specified in the itinerary
- Suggested additional events and optional touring
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Excess baggage charges
- Tips and Gratuities
Alternatively
Stay a little longer to enjoy more of the festivities with our 12 day Go Big & Bold Sydney WorldPride itinerary
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