Sydney in the Sunshine

Finally arrived in Sydney on overnight flight from Singapore. Too early to get into my room so I wandered down to the harbour and saw that magnificent view of the Opera House set against a brilliantRead more
Climbing the Harbour Bridge

Zookeeper Day at Taronga Zoo

Blue Mountains and Jenolan Caves

Day trip out of the city to a misty Blue Mountains, and the beauty and tranquility of Jenolan Caves.
A Morning at Bondi Beach

A relaxing morning at Bondi Beach sitting in the sun and watching the world go by.
Arrival in Auckland

My first time in New Zealand, arriving in Auckland to a sunny afternoon.
Ziplining on Waiheke Island

Took ferry over to Waiheke Island for a morning ziplining, ending with a pleasant walk through a shady forest.
Cruise of Auckland Bay

Beautiful day for a cruise around the bay and a stop on Rangitoto volcanic island.
Lazy Day In Auckland

Taking in the views on a walk around Auckland.
Trip to Rotorua

First day of a two day trip to Rotorua and Waitomo glowworm caves. Three hour drive to the caves through the countryside, blue skies, hazy hills in the distance. Took a very dark boat ride through theRead more
Beautiful Lake Rotorua

I did not expect Lake Rotorua to be quite so beautiful. Sun glinted off the surface as I walked along the boardwalk pathway among the shady trees, enjoying the peace. Arrived at an area where steamRead more
South to Queenstown

Short flight to Queenstown, and my first view of the town was the sun glinting off the lake, and the mountains on the horizon. Perfection.
Watching the paragliders over Queenstown

Took the Skyline Gondola up the mountain for amazing views over Queenstown, watching the colourful paragliders gently sail past. Such an idyllic spot, spent ages up there just looking at the world.Read more
Cruise on Lake Wakatipu

Took a cruise on the TSS Earnshaw, a lovely old steamship. It was cool in the breeze as we gently chugged across the lake, passing the parasailing boat on the way. Views lovely, like being on a SwissRead more
Arrival at Uluru

Complete change of scenery as I left New Zealand behind, and flew via Sydney into the heart of Australia and arrived at Uluru resort. Hot and dry and LOTS of flies! I took an exciting trip on the backRead more
Sunrise and Camels at Sunset

Up early for the sunrise but didn't get any really good photos. Escaped the heat of the day by relaxing before taking a camel ride at sunset on a camel named Monga. So peaceful as we made our wayRead more
Helicopter over Uluru

Time for a helicopter ride over Uluru. Sat up front next to the pilot for the 15 minute ride. Certainly get a great view from the air and clearly see just how in the middle of nowhere the Uluru resortRead more
Melbourne

A couple of days in Melbourne seeing the sights of the city.
Yarra River Walk

Lovely walk along the Yarra River on a sunny Sunday.