NEW TIMELAPSE SHOWS SYDNEY IN ALL ITS SUMMER GLORY

Millions of people are expected to visit Sydney this summer to soak up the sunny days, balmy nights and exciting calendar of events. A new timelapse video released this week from Destination NSW showcases some of the spectacular experiences Sydney has to offer to visitors this summer.

Sydney typically welcomes about 15 million visitors between October and March each year. About 2 million more regional, interstate and international visitors are expected the summer months from December to February.

NSW Deputy Premier and Minister for Tourism and Major Events, Troy Grant said, “Last year Sydney welcomed 16 million visitors between October and March, up around 9% on the previous year. These visitors stayed more than 48 million nights, adding $8 billion to the NSW economy.

“Summer in Sydney will once again give every visitor something to enjoy - from our beautiful beaches, fantastic food and wine, great shopping and of course our major events and festivals. With over 20 Sydney events supported by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency Destination NSW, which covers everything from sports, arts, entertainment and lifestyle, there’s plenty to choose from.”

Destination NSW Chief Executive Officer Sandra Chipchase commented, “Sports fanatics, art lovers, bargain shoppers, beach goers, and festival fans are all covered this summer with an exciting range of events taking place all over Sydney. The Extreme Sailing Series, Tropfest, Australia Day, the AACTA Awards, Hurley Australian Open of Surfing, ICC Cricket World Cup, AFC Asian Cup, Sydney International Art Series and Dirty Dancing are just some of the events that will be in town, and I’m sure will be enjoyed by local and visiting audiences.

“Our new timelapse video, Summer in Sydney, demonstrates in a flash that it’s all about getting outdoors, enjoying the warm weather, and checking out new restaurants and attractions all over the city. Whether you catch a ferry to Manly for a day on the water, treat yourself to a seaplane ride to the Northern Beaches, or enjoy a family picnic in the Royal Botanic Gardens, there is truly something special for everyone during a Sydney summer and we encourage you to come and make the most of this vibrant season,” Ms Chipchase said.

To watch the timelapse visit http://bit.ly/summerinsydney and for more information on major events and Sydney in Summer visit www.sydney.com