Noisy screaming night bird waking us up every night…
This is the noisy night bird, the bush stone-curlew (Burhinus grallarius) are a nocturnal, ground-dwelling bird that makes its home in...
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Another afternoon of exploration…
The water, the mountains, a blue sky. What more could we ask for, here in Trinity Beach, our home for three...
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Finally out and about photos…And, of course, .the anticipated kangaroos! Clifton Beach…
Our second kangaroo sighting of the day at a nearby field. The first, we saw in a flash while walking in...
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Checking for best prices for future bookings…Do we use a travel agent?…What’s the deal with Australian egg yolks?…
While on the ship, several Australian mentioned the light color of the ship's egg yolks. Back on land, Aussie eggs come...
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What we’re missing so far in Australia…Guess we need to accept and adapt…
The seafood is offered by the kilo (2.2) pounds in AUD. As a result, these prices are not bad. For example...
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Reinventing ourselves in a new locale…Tolerance and patience for this new way of life…
The rainy view of what is aptly named, Double Island, as seen from our veranda. It's been raining every day since...
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Interior photos of our new home…Working around limitations…Taking time to physically adjust…
The only workspace in the kitchen is near the sink. But, as long as I have room for the cutting board...
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Settling in to our new home…Rainy days continue…
The private swimming pool for our exclusive use. After days of preparation to leave Hawaii, constant activities on the ship over 17 days...
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Meeting a guest with an amazing story…Last full day on the ship…Emergency evacuation photos…
Emergency evacuation helicopter approaching the ship to pick up the ailing passenger. At the moment I'm sitting on the starboard side of...
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Only two days until Sydney…Tomorrow’s a packing day…Figuring out time differences…
This didn't look fun to us but we commend the performers for their skill and bravery. Please bear with us with...
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