Yes Theory producers Ammar Kandil and Staffan Taylor first met Dorothy in October this year when they moved into The Redwoods Retirement Village for 48 hours.
Moved by Dorothy's heartfelt regret of not yet reaching her final frontier, Australia, Ammar and Staffan felt compelled to help her complete this remarkable journey.
Reflecting on her motivation to travel and spend time in Sydney, Dorothy said: "Travel's really important to me because it's a big world, and each country is different and has something different to offer; I want to see them all and I don't want to miss anything!
“I loved visiting Sydney; it's a beautiful city. The people are charming, the food is good, the scenery is absolutely wonderful, and even the weather is nice!"
She went on to say: "We saw the little koala bears, of course the Sydney Opera House, we went to the Botanic Gardens, and the Museum of Contemporary Art, good restaurants, and the lovely Bondi Beach where we got our feet a little wet and the water was really cold! And the people – they are all so nice, and so friendly!”
A living link to history, Dorothy is more than twice the age of the Sydney Opera House. In 1922, the year she was born, the NSW Government passed the Sydney Harbour Bridge Act, laying the foundation for the construction of the iconic bridge. Today, the Sydney Harbour Bridge stands as a powerful symbol of Australia's resilience and connection to the world—a fitting backdrop for Dorothy's own journey of exploration and discovery.
With the support of Qantas's, Dorothy embarked on her adventure to Sydney in considerable comfort, and received an exclusive invite to the cockpit to meet the pilot, before she was warmly welcomed at Sydney Airport with personalised displays and a crowd of Yes Theory fans eager to celebrate her arrival.
Her stay at the luxurious Shangri-La Sydney became a “home away from home,” offering Dorothy the chance to wake up to the breathtaking view of the Sydney Opera House—a landmark she'd always dreamed of seeing for herself.
Ammar Kandil, who is the co-founder of Yes Theory, was driven to support her adventure saying, “Dorothy's story is a powerful reminder that life is meant to be lived to the fullest, and we're incredibly happy to be able to help her achieve her lifelong dream to visit Sydney and tick of fAustralia as her seventh and final continent.
“Our mantra is 'seek discomfort' and embrace adventure, and Dorothy's journey truly embodies the spirit of our channel. Her incredible story is set to inspire millions around the world to pursue their own adventures, no matter the obstacles might be.”
Dorothy's time in Sydney has been nothing short of iconic, filled with experiences that capture the heart of NSW. Her itinerary included:
An afternoon cruising on Sydney Harbour, marvelling at the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House.
An up-close encounter with Australian wildlife at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo in Darling Harbour, where Dorothy met koalas, and even a kangaroo who is also named Dorothy!
A tour of the Sydney Opera House adding yet another milestone to her journey.
A visit to the iconic Bondi Beach, where Dorothy enjoyed splashing her feet in the waves and seeing one of the world's most famous beaches.
And Dorothy's secret to a long, healthy life? “You have to exercise, you have to eat lots of fruit and vegetables and stay hydrated. And also, FUN! You have to have fun so you'll stay healthy, and you can also enjoy 102 years! And if there's anything else you want to try, go ahead and try it!”
To follow Dorothy's journey and see Sydney through her remarkable perspective, check out Yes Theory's latest video here:- https://youtu.be/38PwG3zGDDI
For inspiration for your own Sydney adventure, visit https://www.sydney.com