SYDNEY GATHERING FAQ
So what's the occasion??
2024 is KAIAN's 10 year anniversary as a registered organisation and we'll be showcasing some of the community's key contributors from over the years! The detailed agenda will be available by the start of September, if not sooner. We'll be opening early bird tickets in July so you can reserve your spot in what is likely to be a sold-out event.
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We'll be running a long weekend conference for any Korean adoptees able to make it to Sydney. As we're part of the International Korean Adoptee Associations (IKAA) network we'd also like to welcome international visitors :)
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This will be the biggest event we've held in our history and we can't wait to see you all!
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When is it?
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Friday 1st of November to Sunday 3rd of November
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To be held in Sydney's central CBD area
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Location
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Sydney is home to more than half of Australia's Korean-born residents (est 109,000 in total)
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Sydney's population is 5.2 million people. Australia is around 25.5 million​
Travel Advice
As we're anticipating quite a number of interstate and international guests, we've started pulling together some initial tips and suggestions.
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We'll continue updating this through the year as well as gauging interest in group activities outside of the core conference agenda.
Weather
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Late October/early November - Spring
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October: Low 14 / High 22
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November: Low 16/ High 23
Currency (all prices further down are in AUD)
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The Australian Dollar is reasonably weak against international currency.
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USD will go far in Australia... AU$1 = USD 0.66 at the time of writing
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Sydney is considered a more expensive city in Australia
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$5-6 ​for a coffee
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$15-20 for a worker's lunch
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$13 for a pint of beer
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Accommodation
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Sydney is on the higher side of Australian accomodation prices however it should be possible to find something at all budgets
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Budget - Backpackers $50pn, Airbnb $200pn
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Moderate (3-4 star) - Hotel $200-400pn
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Lux (5 star) - $400-600+
Flights
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US > SYD $1500-2000 return approx
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EU > SYD $1500-2000 return approx
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https://www.sydneyairport.com.au/info-sheet/transport-options
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Most popular options are train (very good) or Uber/taxi
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An Uber from the airport to CBD should take 20-30 mins for around $50-60
Visas
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Different requirements for EU and USA
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https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder/visit
Public transit/taxis
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Uber
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Didi
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Ola
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13 Cabs
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Public transport users can buy an Opal card and add credit, or use their own credit/debit card or contactless payment (Apply Pay, Google Wallet)
Tourist attractions
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Tour the Sydney Opera House (various options)
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BridgeClimb of the Sydney Harbour Bridge
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The Rocks Market
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Sydney Ferries
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Bondi Beach & Surf School
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Bondi to Coogee Walk
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Taronga Zoo
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Art Gallery of NSW
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Day trip to the Blue Mountains - UNESCO National Park
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Winery tour around the Hunter Valley
Where else should I consider exploring in Australia?
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TBC