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Premier Exclusive: Fly Polaris® to Sydney for New Year’s Eve 2027
Sold for
1,100,000 miles
Confirmed on the auction site after close. 27 bids recorded.
Ended: November 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM
1011% above the median United MileagePlus Exclusives auction close (99,000 miles across 80 auctions)
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As a MileagePlus® Premier® member, bid on an extraordinary New Year’s Eve experience for two in Sydney, Australia, including roundtrip United Polaris® airfare, six nights at Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection and a curated itinerary of distinctive Sydney experiences.
On New Year’s Eve, celebrate high above Sydney Harbour at Taronga Zoo. Take in sweeping, uninterrupted views of the harbor and fireworks, then dance to live entertainment as you welcome 2027 from one of Sydney’s most memorable vantage points.
This experience for two (2) includes the below itinerary:
Please note: A detailed itinerary will be provided upon winning the auction. The overview below highlights the experiences included in this package. Itinerary is subject to change.
Sunday, December 27
United First® airfare for two (2) from your preferred U.S. airport to a United hub¹ –
seats will be booked in highest class available if United First cabin is not available
United Polaris® airfare for two (2) from a United hub to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)
Monday, December 28
Full day of travel to Sydney
Tuesday, December 29
Arrive in Sydney (SYD)
Private airport transfer to your hotel
Check into a king guest room with partial water views at
Pier
One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection
Wednesday, December 30
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Sydney independently
Thursday, December 31
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Taronga Zoo with the Emerald Experience. Take in panoramic views of Sydney Harbour and the fireworks while enjoying premium wines and beers, grazing stations, roving canapés and desserts, followed by dancing and live entertainment as you welcome the new year
Friday, January 1
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Sydney independently
Saturday, January 2
Explore the Blue Mountains during a small-group excursion with a professional local guide. Experience Scenic World attractions, walk through the rainforest and visit to Sydney
Zoo to see native Australian wildlife. Enjoy lunch before returning to Circular Quay by ferry
Sunday, January 3
Experience Sydney Harbour during a jazz lunch cruise featuring live music, a seafood and carvery buffet, an open bar and panoramic harbor views²
Monday, January 4
Check out of your hotel in Sydney
Private airport transfer from the hotel to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)
United Polaris airfare for two (2) from Sydney (SYD) to a United hub
United First airfare for two (2) from a United hub to your preferred U.S. airport¹ –
seats will be booked in highest class available if United First cabin is not available
Two (2) packages are available, with a limit of one (1) package per member. Bidding begins at 400,000 MileagePlus® miles. Bidding opens at 9:00 a.m. (CT) on Tuesday,
October 27, and closes at 11:00 a.m. (CT) on Thursday, November 12.
¹Travel must originate and end in the 48 contiguous United States or Washington D.C. Outbound flight destination and return flight point of origin must be directly served by United Airlines, travel on partner airlines is not permitted.
²Open bar package includes select spirits, liqueurs, beer, cider, wine, soft drinks and juices, subject to availability. Premium spirits, specialty cocktails and other excluded beverages are available for purchase at an additional cost.
Select activities and experiences included in this package may be shared with other MileagePlus Exclusives winners.
All travelers must be 21 or older to attend and have a valid passport.
Travelers are responsible for securing all required travel documents, including a valid visa for entry into Australia prior to departure. U.S. travelers to Australia need travel authorization, either a visa or an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA).
Attendees are responsible for their own expenses except for those specifically referenced.
Itinerary is subject to change at the sole discretion of United Airlines.
This offer is available only to Premier members and is not transferable.
Please review the
MileagePlus Exclusives Terms & Conditions . Rules for the MileagePlus Program can be viewed
here .
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Premier Exclusive: Fly Polaris® to Sydney for New Year’s Eve 2027
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Sold for
1,100,000 miles
Confirmed on the auction site after close. 27 bids recorded.
Ended: November 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM
1011% above the median United MileagePlus Exclusives auction close (99,000 miles across 80 auctions)
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