We made it to Surfer's Paradise ... (about 800 kms north of Sydney) which is basically a bunch of high-rises under construction on the coast. I'm finally getting used to driving on the wrong side of the road and no longer want to barf.
Apparently Surfer's Paridise is getting ready for the Indy 300 races literally through the town so we were awakened at 6:00 am with the sounds of hammers & drills while they're lining the streets with small stadiums.
Our hotel can be described as 1960's Austin Powers. I've never seen orange & pink shag carpet before ... w/ plywood for a ceiling. Not too bad for $40? We have pics I promise. Last night Patrick and I did our pub tour, ordered some XXXX Bitter beer (Queensland beer) and a few Toohey's New (New South Wales Beer) and were quite happy.
On the way here, we stopped off at the Billabong Koala Park and we got to pet a koala. I can't believe they were actually awake while we were there. Patrick got majorily attacked by an Emu trying to feed it some corn. That is the ugliest bird I've ever seen! We then got to hand feed Kangaroos - they would just jump up to us - a few of them had little kangies in their pouches. Lots of screaming lorikeets and crazy parrots - and that was it for that nature park!
Today we're going to pass through Brisbane an because we're a day early to the time share, we're thinking of driving inland inour little white Corolla mini-car into the outback. We've seen some wild kangaroos hopping around, so we're off to find more. Alright -- off to find a meat pie & some coffee. Take care & we'll write soon !
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hey kids ~ sounds like you are having a blast! i am so jealous--i never got to pet a koala when i was there! (pouty face) love reading about your adventures. keep typing!
hey- if you are in Aussiville, and you find a medium,,,,is it a ' kang...garu...???- love you- have fun- Chip
I love this web site. It's so interesting hearing about what you are doing, especially knowing how far away you are. Sounds like you're having a great time. Looking forward to your next installment. The Saga Continues. Love you both, Mom D.
I can hardly wait to see the pictures....kangaroos and koala bears...how Aussie-som is that!!! have fun!!
Kristin & Patrick - As always on an adventure..Nils gave me the scoop..Congrats! Glad to hear your doing well in CA enjoy the Outback. What a neat site. Email me photos when you return. Have a safe trip guys. V
I think I will go into meltdown mode if I read about that Indy 300 race again...update..UPDATE!!
Hi guys!
I love koala bears, I wish I could see some. Sounds like you guys are living it up down under, just what you should be doing on your honeymoon. Can't wait to see pictures of "Kanga and Little Roo"
Lots of love,
Jenn, Troy, Alex and Connor
Oh Kristin! Sounds like you are having one hellofa time. I'm so happy for you! Jessica Still your minion.
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