Santorini
13.–16. Sept. in Griechenland ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
First day at Santorini and the contrast between the drive from the airport area and the cliff top views is quite stark.
Passed some gum trees on the way up to the village which was a nice surprise andWeiterlesen
In Transit
12. September in Australien ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
Prior to boarding, then somewhere near the West Australian border and then somewhere in the middle of the Indian Ocean 🌊
Qatar are a great airline, no complaints at all, food was actually OK, lotsWeiterlesen
Last Day…
9. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
We got up early and had a swim and our obligatory coffee at the Anchorage.
We returned our bikes and then sat on the grassy slope overlooking the lagoon and over to Mt Gower.
Old Gulch
9. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
Chris, Jen and I walked around to Old Gulch which is a beach full of volcanic stones.
We were hoping to walk around to some beautiful rock pools but the weather was unfortunately inclement.
In anyWeiterlesen
Trip Back-Ball’s Pyramid
9. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
On our way back from Ball’s Pyramid we were able to see the other side of the island.
The water colours were so vibrant and enticing with the water temperature around 21 degrees Celsius.
We cameWeiterlesen
Little Island Walk
7. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ 🌬 22 °C
Ned’s Beach
7. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ 🌬 21 °C
Gin Distillery Tour
6. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ ☁️ 23 °C
Chris and Leis-Double Kayak
6. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
I decided to reverse the role of trip photographer with Chris whilst he took Leis out on a kayak trip.
We were at the lagoon which is picturesque in the morning while the wind is low and is a greatWeiterlesen
Ernie & Willow
4. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ 🌬 21 °C
We had an opportunity to understand more about how LHI protects its environment.
It is world heritage listed and has completely eradicated rats, mice and other pests due to the work of the naturalWeiterlesen
Ball’ Pyramid
3. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
This landmark is claimed to be the highest rock face in the world as it juts out of the water just around 150m.
It is a spectacular sight and we were fortunate enough to catch in on a glorious dayWeiterlesen
Island Trader
2. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
Everything that is used on the island consumables, fuel etc has to be shipped in.
The ship makes a trip every fortnight and the island springs into action unloading and ferrying the supplies all overWeiterlesen
Kim’s Lookout
2. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ 🌬 19 °C
The was our first hike and it was a beautiful day for it.
We first walked along the ridge line to the first lookout and took in some of the sights of the alternate side of the island.
I also managedWeiterlesen
North Bay…
1. November 2024 in Australien ⋅ 🌬 20 °C
Checking out the local environs…North Bay and some Black Noddy’s nesting as well as walking through some of the Kentia Palm plantations.
Apparently, Kentia Palms are endemic to the island.
Arrival on LHI…
31. Oktober 2024 in Australien ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
Arrived…and had a quick look around and made our first acquaintance with the endemic native LHI woodhen which has recovered since the eradication of the introduced species…rats, mice and foxes. 🦊
It begins…
31. Oktober 2024 in Australien ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
If we go to LHI and before we arrived some strict baggage weight requirements as well as spraying shoes with methylated spirits to ensure that we do not bring any noxious weed species to the island.Weiterlesen
Automated Waiters
1. August 2022 in Singapur ⋅ ⛅ 31 °C
So in one of the eating restaurants in the airport at Singapore I came across this robot collecting trays and stuff which was quite novel and a sign of things to come.
I tried standing in front of itWeiterlesen
Shanggri-La Hotel
31. Juli 2022 in Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 26 °C
It is such a beautiful experience staying in luxury hotels 🏨 as the layout, food and services are so well done.
We had a selection of three different restaurants and the buffet had anWeiterlesen
Shanggri-La Resort
31. Juli 2022 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
We finished our trip as it started staying at another Shanghai-La resort which was a memorable way to end this holiday.
Cocktails by the pool and eating at the restaurants in the evening.
Chris, JenWeiterlesen
Chris’ Birthday
30. Juli 2022 in Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 31 °C
Our final day at the wetland resort enabled us to see even more river life including fireflies, more birds and other features of the area.
The river is also home to a group of people who have livedWeiterlesen
River Tour
28. Juli 2022 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
The main purpose for staying at the resort is to travel the river and observe the wildlife in their natural habitat.
This area in Sabah is renown as being a treasure trove for the following speciesWeiterlesen
Night Walk
28. Juli 2022 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
Around the resort was a boardwalk that wove it’s way around the back of the resort and took about 45 mins to complete.
The guides had some powerful torches that allowed us to see lots of otherWeiterlesen
Kinabalatu Resort
28. Juli 2022 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 31 °C
This resort was beautifully laid out and the super friendly team made everyone feel very welcome.
We were staying in individual self contained chalets that were nestled into the forest.
Every nightWeiterlesen
Kinabatan Wetland Resort
28. Juli 2022 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 31 °C
The next part of the trip was to spend two nights at the Kinabatan Wetland Resort.
This resort is located off the coast and took a 20 min boat trip to get there. Part of that was winding up theWeiterlesen
Sandakan War Memorial
27. Juli 2022 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 31 °C
Sandakan was the location of an infamous Japanese POW camp in the Second World War.
This memorial is beautifully maintained by the RSL to commemorate the lives lost on the infamous Japanese DeathWeiterlesen
Skywalk (cont’d)
27. Juli 2022 in Malaysia ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C
There were 3-4 of these large structures which gave you an extra dimension to viewing the wildlife.
The jungle is always thriving and gives you the perception of perpetual growth.
With the humidityWeiterlesen












































































































































































































