Category: 2010

New Year’s Eve in Sydney, Australia

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Initially, I wasn’t sure if I was going to spend NYE in Cairns or in Sydney. In hindsight, I’m glad I decided to stay an extra day to see the…

Hunter Valley, Australia

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Hunter Valley is the oldest wine developing region in Australia (1820s), which is known for its Shiraz and Semillon. Instead of going to the big producers like Wyndham Estate, our…

Kiama, Australia

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A two hour train ride south of Sydney, Kiama is a picturesque town by the ocean. I went there with my nephew Michael and enjoyed the warm breeze and welcoming…

Blue Mountains, Australia

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After a fairly low-key Christmas in Sydney (family dinner, midnight Mass, going to the beach), it was time to do some sightseeing of the surrounding Sydney area. Recommended by my…

Great Ocean Road, Australia

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Several friends and guidebooks recommended this road trip. As I mentioned earlier, some people at the hostel offered a seat on their rented car, so this was an affordable and…

Melbourne, Australia

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Melbourne is a hip city. It was a nice walk from the central bus station to Home At The Mansion, which was the nicest hostel I stayed in Australia. It…

Fremantle, Australia

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Upon the recommendation of Uncle Lou, I visited Fremantle on a day trip from Perth.  I very quaint and cute town to walk around and visit.  Fremantle  is located at…

Perth, Australia

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Right after the U2 Sydney shows, I flew west to Perth. It was a sleepy yet enchanting city. I loved it. Perth wasn’t a big as Sydney, and was therefore…

Cottesloe Beach, Australia

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After the U2 concerts in Perth, I had a few days to relax and read about Cottesloe Beach.  It was an easy tram ride over from Perth.  I absolutely loved…

Sydney, Australia

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After a 10 hour flight from Honolulu, I finally made it to the end of the yellow brick road! I met my Aunt Pina (who I haven’t seen in 20…