New Years Eve in Sydney

Sydney on New Year’s Eve is like someone spiked the Kool-Aid and handed it to an entire continent. The city gleams with a kind of sweaty anticipation, shimmering in the December heat as tourists and locals alike fight for a view of the harbor, all in pursuit of that perfect fireworks that will come bursting over the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

The year is about to get wrapped up, so me and Emelie are on our way to Mrs Macquarie’s Point in the Botanic Gardens. It’s hands down the best view of the spectacle, but the hill closes down at about 2 pm due to massive amounts of visitors, and only 25 000 are allowed for safety reasons. This year will also be something extra, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the old “coathanger” Harbour Bridge.

Fireworks in Sydney harbour.

I guess people have camped out since sunrise. Some probably since last years celebrations. A sea of anticipation and flip-flops. All to secure the perfect view of the fireworks show that the rest of the world watches on their television screens while trying to stay awake.

Fireworks in downtown Sydney.

Better get going. There will be events in the harbor every hour and the fun stuff starts already at noon, so there’s no chance of getting bored while waiting for the countdown.

To my friends all around the world, a very Happy New Year to you all, regardless of your timezone!