Oceania

By ivo

Back to Bangkok

At 12:00 I have to return my rental car at Melbourne airport and when I put the destination in the navigation, that is exactly the time of arrival. Oops, I thought it would be less driving and will have to complete the route without a break. Exactly at the indicated time…

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Australia's southernmost point

Coincidentally, the paths of my sister and her company and me cross today. They are on their way east and I am on my way back west. Fortunately I can carry my air mattress into their house again and after a pleasant evening and breakfast we say goodbye for the second time…

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Stray jellyfish

Not a long route today because I want to explore the area around Lakes Entrance, a crossing between Zeeland and southern Limburg. In the morning I visit Nyerimilang Heritage Park, because I feel like a walk. Despite the beautiful name, the park is a bit disappointing. The Visitor Center is closed and I'm ready…

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Off road through Victoria

When I plan my route in the car before departure in the morning, I still have no idea what to expect. On GoogleMaps I choose the route with the most bends and the darkest green and the first hours that I'm driving my expectation comes out well. What beautiful (motor!) roads and…

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Self-made camper

On the second day driving on the Great Ocean Road towards Melbourne we stop at the Erskine Falls. Very beautiful, but I am even more impressed by the rainforest around it than by the waterfall. Also the views during the ride, interspersed with beaches where you can surf on the high waves,…

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A challenging climb

Today we get a visit from the bridal couple, who will join us for a hike to the top of Hollow Mountain. And it turns out to be quite a challenge. In several places it is clambering instead of walking and we have to help each other to move on. However, the view is again impressive and makes up for it….

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On the way Down Under

Fortunately, none of my party suffers from a hangover after three days of partying, because we leave early. While the rental cars are picked up, the rest packs their bags and the airBnB house is neatly cleaned up. Driving on the left takes some getting used to for drivers, but after a safe ride…

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The wedding

The first day of the Hindu wedding is dedicated to ceremonies for cleansing and protection, the so-called Haldi. Close families and dear friends of the bride and groom gather at bride Mithuna's parental home. The Indian visitors, like the soon-to-be couple, look stunning in their beautiful,…

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Sightseeing in Melbourne

After arriving at Melbourne airport, I am picked up and warmly welcomed by my nephew's fiancé's family. The same evening my sister arrives with all her family and friends. After 8 months it is wonderful to see each other again. The day before the start of the 3-day wedding, we have time at…

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