So frustrating.
This is one of the main reasons why I started this blog; to be able to conserve our travel photos, as well as the memories that go with each photo. Fast forward 25 years, I can go back and reminisce our awesome time here and there and Down Under.
We loved our visit to Australia. We actually thought of moving there at some point. I really like the fact that there are beaches within 10 km radius from the famous city of Sydney. The energy and excitement of this city is palpable---such a happy city!
What's left of our photos...
The Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Visitors can climb the bridge and have the panoramic views of the city and the surroundings at the summit.
Sydney Opera House
We were there! Sydney 2007
Sydney skyline
Alain and the bridge
Harbour scene
The Sydney Harbour Bridge at night.
Sydney Opera House
City lights
Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach
This was taken at Hotel Bondi where we stayed.
Surfing lessons near Bondi Beach.
Near Bondi Beach.
Bondi beach in the background.
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West of Sydney is The Blue Mountains region. It was inscribed as a World Heritage Area by UNESCO in 2000. The mountains are a major weekend destination for Sydneysiders.
We decided to spend time in the mountains and we were able to see the main sights in a day!
The Three Sisters.
Wentworth Falls, Blue Mountains
One of the coolest ride ever!
The steepest incline railway car in the world.
A replica of the railway car. These kids clearly enjoyed being photographed!
Siesta time for the kangaroos.
Curious cockatoo!
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We spent most of our time in Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef- the reason why I wanted to go to Australia.
The sun was nowhere in sight during our stay in Cairns in November 2007. Turned out to be the cyclone season...opppsss! But it did not hinder us to enjoy our time here. Despite the wind and the occasional rain, we got the most of our experience in The Great Barrier Reef.
Our first ever snorkelling experience was at Michaelmas Cay, a tiny part of the vast Great Barrier Reef. After a brief instruction on how to snorkel, a marine biologist offered to show us what it was like underneath. At some point, she screamed, ''Stingray!''. I was not sure if I have to panic or what but I put my head in the water and saw my first ever stingray! We only had disposable waterproof camera back then but after this unforgettable experience, I was convinced I have to have a good underwater camera for our future snorkelling tours.
We also explored Green Island, Great Barrier Reef. We tried a glass bottom boat tour and saw sea turtles, batfish, giant clam, soft and hard corals.
Our catamaran to Green Island.
Green Island
Pose.
Giant clam on the glass bottom boat near Green Island
Hard and soft corals.
Can you spot the turtle?
A storm rolling in as we leave Green Island
Our catamaran to Michaelmas Cay.
Alain on Passions of Paradise. On our way to Michaelmas Cay.
Michaelmas Cay
A unique experience on the Great Barrief Reef. There are many migratory birds nest on the island. Calm waters, excellent for those new to snorkelling like us.
Great Barrier Reef kiss.
Spot the stringray shadow near the giant clam!
Hard corals taken using a disposable water proof camera.
First time snorkellers and we did it on the Great Barrier Reef!
Too sad to leave the cay.
This may be a very tiny part of the Great Barrier Reef but made a big part of an unforgettable Australian adventure.
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