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    Big Game this weekend against the doggies

    Hi, I'm new in here and am a Swans supporter from way back. I was born in South Melbourne and have followed South Melbourne/Sydney Swans all my life. I'm thinking of making a trip up to Sydney to see the Swans do the Doggies and would like anyone to give me advice on where to stay, Package deals etc. Any response would be appreciated.

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    Big Game this weekend against the doggies

    Quote Originally Posted by Voiceofoz View Post
    Hi, I'm new in here and am a Swans supporter from way back. I was born in South Melbourne and have followed South Melbourne/Sydney Swans all my life. I'm thinking of making a trip up to Sydney to see the Swans do the Doggies and would like anyone to give me advice on where to stay, Package deals etc. Any response would be appreciated.
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    If you're coming up Fri/Sat then I would suggest staying at Coogee Beach. If you're just coming up for a hit and run mission then there are a few close to the ground. As Big AL said - Wotif is the best. It's a Saturday night with a bit going on so you might struggle to find somewhere nice for a decent price. Travelodge on Wentworth is always fairly cheap and it's not too far from the ground. Maybe 3/4 km's.

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    While we are seeking advice to visit syd etc, I too am coming up for the game and am staying at a hotel in Darling Harbour. Just wondering what would be the best way to get to and from the SCG from there? I too would appreciate any advice.

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    Quote Originally Posted by msb View Post
    While we are seeking advice to visit syd etc, I too am coming up for the game and am staying at a hotel in Darling Harbour. Just wondering what would be the best way to get to and from the SCG from there? I too would appreciate any advice.
    Walk, cab or bus.

    There are buses every couple of minutes from Central or Elizabeth Street.

    If you have the time, it's not a bad walk through the city, down Liverpool/Oxford Streets and across to the SCG. Would take roughly an hour depending on how fast you walk.

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    Quote Originally Posted by msb View Post
    While we are seeking advice to visit syd etc, I too am coming up for the game and am staying at a hotel in Darling Harbour. Just wondering what would be the best way to get to and from the SCG from there? I too would appreciate any advice.
    Personally I would Cab it. Would cost about $20 max. Cabbing it back after the game could be tough though. Head up to Oxford St and grab one there if you have troubles.

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    I don't think a cab would be a great idea given its a Saturday night game and a big crowd is expected. Traffic could be a problem. I would suggest getting to Central (could go by light rail from Darling Harbour if you dont want to walk) then either walking up Foveaux St or getting a game day bus. If you walk there are plenty of pubs en route if you need a refreshment break...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Captain View Post
    Walk, cab or bus.

    There are buses every couple of minutes from Central or Elizabeth Street.

    If you have the time, it's not a bad walk through the city, down Liverpool/Oxford Streets and across to the SCG. Would take roughly an hour depending on how fast you walk.
    I've found Elizabeth St buses take a lot longer than those from Central, coming fron Darling Harbour walk to Central Station via China Town, should only take 15 mins or so.

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    Thanks all, your advice will help, I think ill go the light rail option to central then bus from there.

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    Quote Originally Posted by msb View Post
    Thanks all, your advice will help, I think ill go the light rail option to central then bus from there.
    Thats what I'd do..the cab option would be too dear and a waste of money with sat eve traffic etc.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Nich View Post
    If you're coming up Fri/Sat then I would suggest staying at Coogee Beach.
    Why would you suggest Coogee Beach?
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