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Back to reality
I arrived at London Heathrow early on Friday, June 1. The flight was okay and I’ve decided British Airways is better than Jetstar but not as good as Qantas. When we landed, we were asked to remain seated, and some police officers came and … Continue reading
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Bangkok: An assault on the senses
I nearly missed my flight to Bangkok because I spent as long as possible with Jess in Melbourne and then the airport security staff made me unpack my bag because they were convinced there was something metal in it. The … Continue reading
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The last few days in Oz
My last few days in Melbourne were among my favourite days of the whole trip because I got to spend them with one of my best friends. On Saturday, May 26, I was up very early so I could meet … Continue reading
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Everybody needs good neighbours
Even though I haven’t watched Neighbours since I was about 22, I couldn’t visit Melbourne without acknowledging the role that the soap played in my life for several years. On Monday, May 21, I went to the Elephant and Wheelbarrow … Continue reading
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Hello Mel
I’m sorry it’s been so long since I updated this blog. The last parts of my trip were arguably the busiest parts, but I know that’s a poor excuse. The view was beautiful as I flew away from Cairns on Saturday, … Continue reading
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A day in the rainforest
Yesterday I went on a day trip with Active Tropics Explorer to Daintree National Park, north of Cairns. I was picked up from my hostel at 7.25am and returned there about 11 hours later. The tour guide, Drew, was very … Continue reading
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Finding Nemo (or one of his relatives, anyway)
I’ve always thought snorkelling or scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef would be an amazing experience. It turned out to be one of the most amazing experiences of my life. On Tuesday, May 15, I went on a trip … Continue reading
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Goodbye Greyhound
The journey from Mission Beach to Cairns was my final ride on the Greyhound bus, and it brought the total distance I’ve travelled by Greyhound up to 3,020km. For most of my travelling companions, Cairns was the end of the road, and … Continue reading
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Mission Beach
I got to Mission Beach on Wednesday, May 9. I didn’t know much about it, apart from it’s a popular place to go skydiving, but having done a jump in New Zealand, I wasn’t desperate to do another so soon. … Continue reading
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Maggie May
On Monday, May 7, I headed to Magnetic Island (known locally as Maggie) purely on the recommendation of one of my football teammates. The day didn’t get off to a great start. Firstly, I couldn’t have any breakfast because someone … Continue reading
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