The Morning After the Night Before
November 12, 2023 in Australia
Hungover would be an understatement as I was startled by my cousins 8am alarm. I managed pretty much nothing for breakfast but still managed to appreciate the beautiful grounds of the venue.
The After Party
November 12, 2023 in Australia
⛅ 18 °C
In true Josh Morris style there also had to be an after party. I couldn't stomach a single drink until later in the day, after the tab had closed, but put my brave face on.
Sydney Bound
November 14, 2023 in Australia
☁️ 12 °C
Now that the wedding of the century was over, we departed from Melbourne and head to Sydney, one of my favourite cities in the world!
Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge
November 14, 2023 in Australia
☁️ 23 °C
Where else to start other than a walk from Darling Harbour along the coast to the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, the two most iconic landmarks of Syndey.
Queen Victoria Building
November 14, 2023 in Australia
☁️ 21 °C
A stunning building full of designer shops and Christmas decorations, mum especially loved it here.
Bondi Beach
November 15, 2023 in Australia
The world famous Bondi Beach was first on the agenda today! A placd that never disappoints with its vast golden sand and huge waves.
Bondi Beach to Bronte Beach Walk
November 15, 2023 in Australia
🌬 21 °C
From Bondi Beach we took the walk along the coast to Bronte Beach.
Watsons Bay
November 15, 2023 in Australia
🌬 27 °C
We rushed to Watsons Bay via bus for the best views over Sydney from a distance with the full harbour in the foreground.
Ferry to Circular Quay
November 15, 2023 in Australia
⛅ 21 °C
By far the best way to get around Sydney is by ferry. Not only is it cheap and easy, but it also offers stunning uo close views of the Opera House.
Reunion Evening Drinks
November 15, 2023 in Australia
⛅ 20 °C
This evening I met up with James and Sam, formerly of PwC Manchester and now working at PwC Sydney! We started at Opera Bar next door to the Opera House before heading up into the Rocks to a terraceRead more
Manly Beach
November 16, 2023 in Australia
⛅ 23 °C
Today we visited one of Sydney's stunning beach locations at Manly! The pictures speak for themselves with this stunning beach being just a short ferry from the CBD.
Evening at the Rocks
November 16, 2023 in Australia
🌧 18 °C
I'd enjoyed the night before there so much that I had to take mum and dad to the Rocks in the evening! I had kangaroo for tea before we headed up to the rooftop terrace overlooking the Opera HouseRead more
Sydney Sky Tower
November 17, 2023 in Australia
🌬 19 °C
First on the agenda today was a trip up the Sydney Sky Tower! Fantastic 360 degree views around the entire city and all of its harbours.
Double Bay
November 17, 2023 in Australia
🌬 19 °C
After the Sky Tower we got ourselves back down to sea level with lunch at Double Bay. Such a beautiful and peaceful location!
Rose Bay
November 17, 2023 in Australia
🌬 19 °C
And as if a double bay wasn't enough we then took the bus to Rose Bay!
Final Evening at Circular Quay
November 17, 2023 in Australia
⛅ 17 °C
This evening marked not only our final night in Sydney but also my final night with my parents before heading off on my solo voyage! We ate at Circular Quay with a wonderful view of the Harbour BridgeRead more
Mrs Macquarie's Chair
November 18, 2023 in Australia
☀️ 22 °C
On my final day in Sydney the skies were blue so I decided to take the walk to Mrs Macquiarie's chair which offers the best view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge side by side.
Observatory Hill Park
November 18, 2023 in Australia
🌬 22 °C
A walk up to another viewpoint was my final task in Sydney before heading off to the airport for the next destination!
Arriving in Vanuatu 🇻🇺
November 18, 2023 in Vanuatu
🌙 24 °C
This evening I arrived in the capital of Vanuatu, Port Vila on the island of Efate. This was just for an overnight stop as I would be flying again in the morning to a different island.
Flying to Luganville (Santo Island)
November 19, 2023 in Vanuatu
An early start to fly to Luganville (Santo Island) where I would stay for 3 nights. Airport check took 2 minutes and there was no security. I did however have to pay a departure tax of 200VT (aboutRead more
Luganville Seafront
November 19, 2023 in Vanuatu
First up on the agenda was to head into Luganville town centre to buy a SIM card and some other supplies. The heat was truly tropical! Not much in the town but the views out to see are stunning if youRead more
Biking Home
November 19, 2023 in Vanuatu
☀️ 29 °C
I biked back to my accomodation which in the tropical heat left me dripping in sweat from head to toe.
Pui Lodge
November 19, 2023 in Vanuatu
☀️ 29 °C
Pui Lodge would be my home for 3 nights. It had a nice outdoor area for eating and generally was a nice quiet setting. If you could look past the geckos, spiders, mosquitos and aggressive cats thenRead more
Aore Island
November 20, 2023 in Vanuatu
⛅ 29 °C
Today was a tough day as I ventured across to Aore Island resort on the free ferry to sit by the pool. Well, turns out the ferry was free provided you bought lunch at the resort, but nobody mentionedRead more
Nanda Blue Hole
November 21, 2023 in Vanuatu
☀️ 28 °C
Today I hired a local taxi driver (Joseph) whom I had met the day before who took me around 3 of the best blue holes on the east of Santo island. First up was Nanda blue hole where it was 1,000VTRead more
