House of Travel Ponsonby owner-operator Patrick McCarthy joined Herald Now to highlight Sydney’s standout year for live entertainment and major events. He said Broadway-calibre productions such as Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour - The Phantom of the Opera and Disney’s THE LION KING, alongside the city-wide spectacle of Vivid Sydney, are driving a rise in experience-led travel. With flight times of just over three hours, McCarthy said Kiwis can access world-class shows without the time or cost of long-haul destinations like London or New York. Many travellers are building short breaks around one headline event, with House of Travel offering packages that bundle accommodation and show tickets to simplify planning. With limited seasons and strong demand, he advised booking early to secure preferred dates.

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