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September 16, 2022
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Day 1
Friday, September 16, 2022 at 8:10 PM
⛅ 19 °C
Altitude: 9 m
Australia Alexandra Canal -33.937189, 151.16864833°56’14” S 151°10’7” E
Heading off
September 16, 2022 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
After a long day of work we are finally starting our trip
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Day 2
Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 11:49 AM
⛅ 22 °C
Altitude: 122 m
United States Madame Tussauds Hollywood 34.101667, -118.34166734°6’6” N 118°20’30” W
LA Adventures
September 17, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
After a night spent in a dodgy area (according to the uber driver) we made it safely to Santa Monica. Went to see the stars 🌟 and then to Warner bros studio. I walked in the same street as the Gilmore girls!! We then went to see the sunset at Santa Monica pier from the Ferris wheel with dinner on the warf. Finished up with some arcade games 🕹 🎮.Read more
TravelerSounds like a very fun day. 😀
9/18/22Reply
TravelerWohooo! Hollywood star 🌟
9/18/22Reply
TravelerCongrats on the Oscar!
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Day 3
Sunday, September 18, 2022 at 9:05 AM
⛅ 20 °C
Altitude: 225 m
United States Universal City 34.136667, -118.35666734°8’12” N 118°21’24” W
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Universal Studios
September 18, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
We went to Universal Studios!! . We saw Harry Potter town, Simpson world, Jurassic Park, transformers, minions, the Mummy and a studio tour. After splashing some cash we got to skip the lines to all the rides. We got drenched by the Jurassic Park ride and stuck on the Simpson's ride. We also saw the animal show, special effects and water show. Lots of walking resulted in very tired feet.Read more
TravelerLooks like a happy day. 😃 Did you see Jaws?
9/19/22Reply
Travelerwe saw Bruce!! 🦈
9/19/22Reply
Traveler Cool glasses!! What was the ride?
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Day 4
Monday, September 19, 2022
☀️ 26 °C
Altitude: 345 m
United States Six Flags Magic Mountain 34.425069, -118.59704534°25’30” N 118°35’49” W
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Six Flags 🎢
September 19, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
"Is this your first time at 6 flags? 🕹 now it is" Spent the day riding roller coasters. The park was empty so we had free reign. Top highlights were Tatsu, wonder woman and full throttle. We rode them all until we felt a bit sick 🤢. Also rode the very first loop-de-loop and the steepest loop-de-loop. In the photos you can see the lovely progression of my hair after all the rides. I then walked the streets of Santa Monica and got a haircut (very knotted) while Jamesy worked. Went to dinner and had the best burgers at The Counter.Read more
Traveler Great photos I love seeing where you are. 💕🇦🇺
9/20/22Reply
TravelerAnother fun day livin the dream! 🤩
9/20/22Reply
TravelerHave a great time!
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Day 5
Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at 10:35 PM
🌙 21 °C
Altitude: 71 m
United States Donnelly Memorial Park 40.786129, -74.00573240°47’10” N 74°0’21” W
Travel day
September 20, 2022 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 21 °C
Flew to New York!! Got up super early spent the day on the plane doing plane yoga. Arrived in New York and got to experience crazy city driving.
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Day 6
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
☀️ 26 °C
Altitude: 34 m
United States Great Lawn 40.781131, -73.96630840°46’52” N 73°57’59” W
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Central Perk
September 21, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
First day in New York!! We spent the whole day strolling around Central Park. We saw turtles in the pond, had a yukky coffee at the park Cafe, saw the Shakespeare stage and sat on the steps of the MET (just like in Gossip Girl). We got very lost using the map (James was convinced it was not to scale). We racked up over 20k in steps. We then had a early dinner at a diner before going back home to get ready for Broadway!!! We saw the Book of Mormon and it was very funny. 😁 spent lots of money on a sippy cup and some twizzlers. After the show we had a walk through the amazing Times Square. When we got home we saw a showing of over the hedge with the following cast; 1x groundhog, 1x raccoon and 4 x skunks.
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TravelerWow! What a day! 😃
9/22/22Reply
Traveler Love it!!!😂Keep it going!!!
9/25/22Reply
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Day 7
Thursday, September 22, 2022
🌧 15 °C
Altitude: 25 m
United States Trinity Episcopal Church 41.306667, -72.92833341°18’24” N 72°55’42” W
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Yale!
September 22, 2022 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 15 °C
We started the morning getting some Bagels. Then we waited in a veeerrry long line to get to the national history museum and saw dum dum and the dinosaurs. We then went to the Rockefeller Centre and did some shopping.
I then parted ways with James at Grand Central Station, just like in the movies. I caught a train all the way to Yale where I met Celine!! We did a tour of the campus and then went out to dinner for a college night out.Read more
Travelerno one told me I'd be missing out on cookies
9/23/22Reply
Travelerthey were soooooo good 👍
9/23/22Reply
TravelerSo happy you met up with Celine, and you've been to Yale :) sounds like a fun time
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Day 8
Friday, September 23, 2022
☀️ 17 °C
Altitude: Sea level
United States Statue of Liberty National Monument 40.688333, -74.04333340°41’18” N 74°2’36” W
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Statue of liberty
September 23, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
Celine and I caught the train early back into New York. We met James at Battery Park and got stormed by scammers trying to sell us tickets. We then caught the ferry to see the Statue of Liberty. Next we went to have lunch at Chelsea market. Then we walked the Highline and did some shopping. At night we caught up with Sam, Gabi and Mark for dinner. James and I then had a verrryyyy longgg night at a bar watching the AFL with all the Aussies in the area.Read more
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Day 9
Saturday, September 24, 2022
🌧 20 °C
Altitude: Sea level
United States Fishbridge Gardens 40.706667, -73.99833340°42’24” N 73°59’54” W
Farewell Celine
September 24, 2022 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 20 °C
After a loonnngg sleep in (according to me) we headed into town. We went to the 9.11 memorial and did some more shopping. We then went to little Italy where there was an Italian Festival happening with lots of yummy street foods. Then we strolled through the very trendy Soho. James also got to get his much awaited Knish (est 1910). We walked the Brooklyn Bridge at sunset and took lots of photos. It was then time to say goodbye to Celine so she can go back to Yale. James and I then went to Bring Me the Horizon where there was lots of head banging and black clothing. To finish off we went to the infamous Katz and got the best pastrami sandwich in the world. By then it was midnight and it took 2 hours to get nowhere and we gave up and got an uber home.Read more
TravelerWhat is a Knish????
9/25/22Reply
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Day 10
Sunday, September 25, 2022
☀️ 35 °C
Altitude: 651 m
United States Bracken 36.111667, -115.17333336°6’42” N 115°10’24” W
Vegass
September 25, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 35 °C
Flight from NYC to Vegas!! After an uber mishap we were on a flight to Vegas. We picked up our car for the week and drove to our accommodation at the Excalibar. We walked the strip in search of a laundromat and failed miserably. We visted a few casinos and watched the water show. After having some dinner we went back to the hotel. We had every intention to gamble all our money but instead we fell straight to sleep.Read more
TravelerExciting Vegas!!!
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Day 11
Monday, September 26, 2022 at 9:09 AM
☀️ 19 °C
Altitude: 2,038 m
United States Yavapai Point 36.066667, -112.11666736°4’0” N 112°7’0” W
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Grand Canyon
September 26, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
We woke up early (James was not happy) to start our trip to the grand Canyon. We had a backseat washingline for all our handwashed clothes. First stop was the impressive Hoover Dam. We then went to route 66 where we ate at the Roadkill Cafe. Next stop was the verryyy impressive Grand Canyon. Where we walked the southern rim and saw some very old rocks. What I thought was going to be a 4 hour trip turned into 10. We finally made it to Zion national park where we are sleeping under the stars and can have some well deserved rest.Read more
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9/27/22Reply
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Day 12
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at 8:00 AM
⛅ 18 °C
Altitude: 1,549 m
United States Short Creek Reservoir Number Two 36.991667, -112.9636°59’30” N 112°57’36” W
Zion
September 27, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C
An early start with a grumpy James. We left our beautiful tent to head into Zion national park. The shuttle with Coughy Mcgee, took us to the first stop. We got lost trying to find the walking track but saw a tarantula and some deers along the way. We chose the strenuous hike as we figured we had fresh legs. It was very strenuous. We zig zagged up the cliff to get a very beautiful view of the Canyon. We then did another walk to see the Emerald pools (cascades swamp was more impressive). We then headed to our cute motel (with wet floors) via the stunning scenic drive through the mountains. We waited in line for the best restaurant in town, the smokey cowboy. We racked up 30000 steps by the end of the day and fell straight to sleep.Read more
TravelerWhat? James doesn't get grumpy. Very stunning scenery! Nice spider too. 🕷
9/30/22Reply
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Day 13
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
⛅ 19 °C
Altitude: 2,434 m
United States Sunrise Point 37.626667, -112.16537°37’36” N 112°9’54” W
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Bryce Canyon
September 28, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
We woke up early with a less grumpy James and headed into Bryce Canyon. After getting a bit lost we found the walking track and started our hike into the Canyon. We walked the sunset loop, Navajo and peekaboo loop and timed it perfectly for the 1pm storm rolling in. After a lot of walking we headed back to Vegas. We finalllyyy did our very smelly laundry at the local laundromat. We also had a very short experience in the casinos (black was not so lucky).Read more
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TravelerThe scenery is amazing!
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Day 14
Thursday, September 29, 2022
☀️ 19 °C
Altitude: 2,105 m
United States Congress Group 36.581667, -118.75166736°34’54” N 118°45’6” W
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Sequoia
September 29, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
On the road again with a long trip from Vegas to Sequoia. We stopped at Denny's and had some very fluffy pancakes. Then we listened to lots and lots of Hamish and Andy and the alphabet game to pass the time. After 6 hours we got to Sequoia National Park only to drive another 45mins up a beautiful windy road to get to the top of the mountain. We saw some amazing sequoia trees and the biggest tree in the world. We then climbed Moro rock to get a view of the national park.Read more
Traveler Cute! 🥰
9/30/22Reply
TravelerLooks like you did some Forest Bathing. 🌱🌿☘🍃
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Day 15
Friday, September 30, 2022
☀️ 27 °C
Altitude: 827 m
United States Garrotte Creek 37.848333, -120.21166737°50’54” N 120°12’42” W
On the road again
September 30, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Today we drove Sequoia to Yosemite. We had a small sleep in and packed our things to get on the road again. We made it to yosemite only to find out that we were not allowed in. We tracked back to the yosemite train station and saw an old steam train and gold panning. James then took us on the longer scenic route option to get to our tent accommodation. Felt like we were driving foreverrr. We got lost trying to find our accommodation and drove through a paddock. We had a salad dinner and toasted marshmallows. Spent the night watching the stars, drinking beers/seltzer and playing cards.Read more
Traveler🤣 Why couldn't you go to Yosemite? Did James have to play Sushi Go?
10/1/22Reply
Travelersushi go was mysteriously taken out of the suitcase 🧐. We needed a reservation to get in, luckily it was the last day of that system so we went today.
10/1/22Reply
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Day 16
Saturday, October 1, 2022
☀️ 20 °C
Altitude: 1,583 m
United States Vernal Fall 37.726667, -119.54333337°43’36” N 119°32’36” W
Yosemite
October 1, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
Woke up early again for Yosemite National Park. We had a very light stroll via the lower Falls trail and saw no yogis. We then did a more strenuous path up to see 2 waterfalls. We had our packed lunch that was nearly not enough to get us to the top of the mountain. We finally made it to the top in a very sweaty heap. We then started our decent and I was labelled Ms Slips alot as my shoes were not cut out for the smooth granite. We were exhausted as we drove back to our home. We had a BBQ chicken dinner and showered with a very cold hose in a bucket. Yogis yet to be seen 😪.Read more
TravelerHey Hey Hey , to catch a Yogi you will need a pic-a-nic basket. he's smarter than the average bear :)
10/1/22Reply
Travelerwe had hoped or peanut butter sandwiches would do the trick 😋
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Day 17
Sunday, October 2, 2022
☀️ 18 °C
Altitude: 6 m
United States Pac Bell Park 37.778333, -122.3937°46’42” N 122°23’24” W
Baseball
October 2, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
We drove from Yosemite to San Fran our last long haul drive. We got lost again making many wrong turns on our way to drop off our hire care ( you need a Costco membership for fuel apparently). We then went to see the baseball at Oracle Park with ocean views, an iconic organ and a mascot seal (even though the team were giants). The people in front of us were laughing at my interpretation/observations of the game and very kindly assisted in clarifying the rules. We very nearly caught the foul balls. We had the most expensive/gross hotdog on earth. We then went out for a very yummy Thai dinner and drinks.Read more
TravelerI like the stadium with a view!
10/4/22Reply
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Day 18
Monday, October 3, 2022
☀️ 23 °C
Altitude: 16 m
United States Levi's Stadium 37.403333, -121.96833337°24’12” N 121°58’6” W
San Francisco - Seals
October 3, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
Today we walked to pier 39 to see some seals and explore the cute shops. We had a biscoff iced coffee and got to try the infamous in-n-out burgers. We then accidentally caught the cable car to start our trek to the 49ers stadium. The Stadium was massiveeee and everyone was wearing red (i was not aware of the dress code) . The 49ers beat the rams and the crowd was very entertaining and passionate. We saw all the tailgaters and fireworks (very concerning sound in America 🥴) we then packed in like sardines on the train back home.Read more
TravelerHow do you accidentally catch a cable car?
10/4/22Reply
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Day 19
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
⛅ 16 °C
Altitude: 14 m
United States Alcatraz Island 37.826667, -122.42333337°49’36” N 122°25’24” W
Alcatraz
October 4, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Today we started with some shopping. Little did we know that all the shops opened at 11 or 12 and we were very early. We found a cafe and had some breekie to kill time. We then were very unsuccessful shopping as it was so expensive. We then went to a vintage shop in a bit of a dodgy area. We caught the light rail to see the very underwhelming Painted Ladies (james was not impressed). After this the clouds subsided and we went to the golden gate bridge. Although it was still foggy. Next we went to start our night tour at Alcatraz. It was really cool and we heard all the stories about the escapes. The boat ride was very cold.Read more
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Day 20
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
☀️ 28 °C
Altitude: 35 m
United States Ala Wai Canal 21.286667, -157.83333321°17’12” N 157°49’60” W
Hawaiiii
October 5, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
We got up verryy early again to catch our flight to Hawaii. We landed and found our accommodation. I forgot to be organised and we had a little key mishap. It was now my turn to be a little tired and hangry. We walked the beach and finally found something to eat. We also did some laundry and it was a big effort to find enough quarters. We then went for a dip and James was mean and put sand in my pants 😡😡 (did not help curb the grumpiness). We then met up with all the wedding crew and went out for a lovely dinner and drinks.Read more
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Day 21
Thursday, October 6, 2022
⛅ 27 °C
Altitude: 22 m
United States Sharks Cove 21.65, -158.06333321°39’0” N 158°3’48” W
Turtle Bay
October 6, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
After a not so successful sleep in (due to jet lag) we shared a banana and some frosty flakes for brekkie. We then started our journey to Hanouma Bay in an uber only to find out that you need a reservation to go and it was all booked out. Our uber driver switched course and was telling us about all the lovely destinations to go to and how the best way to get around is via a car. We switched courses again and he took us to his hire car. We then had the freedom to drive to shark Bay where we did some snorkelling and hurt our feet climbing over the rocks. We saw no sharks but lots of fishies. We then went to turtle Bay where we saw no turtles 😞 but it was still really nice. Lots of snorkelling = lots of sunburn. We then got home and ready for dinner festivities. We waited for 3 hours to get into the cheesecake factory and by then we were starvinggg. We eventually ate and could not fit in anything else.Read more
TravelerNice Tesalate towel!
10/7/22Reply
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Day 22
Friday, October 7, 2022
⛅ 27 °C
Altitude: Sea level
United States Hālona Cove 21.281667, -157.67666721°16’54” N 157°40’36” W
Hawaiiii
October 7, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
Today I left the boys behind to play golf. With our trusty hired car me and we went to see the Blowhole. It didn't blow :( but it had a very lovely view. We then drove some more and found a nice beach. It had a very strong shore breakers and it was fun to watch people get swept away. Then we went to a new spot and had a lovely lunch at a cafe and a swim at the beach. We then rushed home for the free wine and cheese. I had an awkward encounter while dropping off the car who made comments about the very small amount of sand in the back 😳. I then caught up with James and Milky for dinner and drinks at maui brewery.Read more
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Day 23
Saturday, October 8, 2022
⛅ 27 °C
Altitude: 20 m
United States Ulukoa 21.275, -157.82333321°16’30” N 157°49’24” W
Pamper day
October 8, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
Today the girls got their nails done. 💅 we then had a picnic at the beach to celebrate some birthdays. We had a lovely swim and played waboba. Then got all glammed up for a cocktail party where we had fun eating fancy food and drinking very sugary cocktails. All the scraps kicked on for a fun night out. I nearly picked up a guy, shame he was really weird. James came to the rescue after making eyes 👀.Read more
TravelerNice bright orange toes 🤩🍊
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Day 24
Sunday, October 9, 2022
⛅ 27 °C
Altitude: 27 m
United States ‘Elehāhā Stream 21.636667, -158.05521°38’12” N 158°3’18” W
Wedding day
October 9, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
Today was the main event. We had a leisurely breakfast and glammed up. We then took the bus which broke down right in front of a local coffee farm making us including the groom late to the wedding!!!. We are not convinced that the bus company doesn't have a deal with this place as while we were waiting the wedding party ate and shopped. The wedding was very beautiful under an amazing tree with peacocks and roosters. We took many photos and danced the night away with the live band. There was a very interesting bus ride home and kick ons at a bar. To finish off James and I were the very last to be served at Maccas.Read more
TravelerBeautiful photos. Looks like it was a lovely, happy wedding. ❤
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Day 25
Monday, October 10, 2022
☀️ 28 °C
Altitude: 13 m
United States Waikīkī Beach 21.276667, -157.82833321°16’36” N 157°49’42” W
Recovery day
October 10, 2022 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
We had a big sleep in today and did not take many photos. We did some shopping and had a acai bowl brekkie. We then went to a picnic with the wedding people. Had a swim and played waboba. We went out to a very bougee cocktail bar right on the where it was $40 for a chicken nugget. It was decided that we could not afford dinner here and we went to Dennys.Read more
TravelerWhat is Waboba?
10/12/22Reply
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