So, all good things must come to an end. Today we are "Leaving on a jet plane.." to return back home.
It has been an amazing nine weeks and even though we have visited most of these places before, it has been lovely to revisit them, add to our memories, rekindle friendships with good friends and meet some other very interesting people along the way.
We have travelled over 7000 kilometres from Tasmania in the south to Cape Tribulation in North Queensland and have noticed quite a few changes from our previous visits as the cities have expanded and the population grown, accommodating diverse cultures; but the Outback remains timeless and each State / Territory is still unique with its iconic landmarks, climate and way of life.
People have asked me where was my favourite part of Australia or most exciting experience. I find this impossible to answer as each place had a highlight of its own, but my motto stands:
"Travelling turns yesterday's dreams into tomorrow's memories."
We certainly have stored up a host of memories from this trip (not to mention a plethora of photos), with a few stories to tell and smile about.
At the entrance to the campsite in Hall's Gap in Victoria, was a sign which said:
So, I hope those of you who have read this blog, have enjoyed following our story as we have 'Lived the Dream' again.
Till the next time..........
Sheila and Peter
Sunday 19th November
Today, is our last day. We headed straight to the Marina Bay Gardens for another visit to the two domes. Firstly, the Cloud Dome which was fascinating,climbing up to the top past the waterfall and walking down the elevated walkway through the various climatic regions from high mountain vegetation to rainforest jungle, seeing stalactites and stalagmites along the way, then the Secret Gardens of the rivers and finally to a very interesting Gallery highlighting how Man is polluting this planet by over industrialisation and development and creating global warming in the process.
The Flower Dome had added a Christmas theme, alongside the world gardens,which was very attractive.
After lunch, we made our way back to Orchard Road, the famous shopping street, before returning to our hotel for a final dip in the pool and in the evening, we watched the Marina Bay Sands lasar light show before wandering along to Boat Quay for our evening meal. Cheers!!!
Highlight of the day: Revisitingthe Cloud Dome. it was so interesting.
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