Journey Destination Experience
It seems like Christmas has turned into a divisive time of year. The threat of terrorism is rife and political correctness raises it’s head once again. Living in North Queensland, Christmas is a happy time of year for us. A time when we meet with friends and family, enjoy good food and company and try …
A Tropical Aussie Christmas Downunder Living in North QueenslandRead More
Swimming at Paradise Lagoon Townsville is North Queensland’s version of swimming in Paradise. Paradise Lagoon is a fresh waterhole in Big Crystal Creek at the base of the Paluma range. How to get to Big Crystal Creek Townsville Then follow the Bruce Highway north from Townsville or South from Ingham and turn off at the …
What to do when you want to travel but a long trip is just not possible? 🙁 That is the question that has been playing on a loop in my head recently. I am pretty damned good at working around obstacles and getting what I want – especially if it involves travel – but …
Short Breaks like a Wongaling Beach Mini-Break can be a life saverRead More
On Saturday we spent a relaxing day boating and fishing. The winds are strong in August in Townsville, blowing the mango blossoms from the trees, and because of that we chose to launch our boat at Morris Creek about one hour south, rather than venturing out into the open ocean. Everyone we know refers to …
Boating Clouds and Sunsets at Morris Creek South of TownsvilleRead More
Having spent all day at Otres Beach Sihanoukville’s quiet beach option we found ourselves lounging on Pappasan chairs some 10km away on Ochheuteal Beach in Sihanoukville, hoping for a stunning sunset. It did not look promising. 45 minutes later we were enveloped in a purple glow and then suddenly the sky was dark. …
Not even on the edge really. We took a morning walk along the banks of Ross River which disects Townsville in North Queensland Australia. We were on the town or more established side of the river where there is a walking path and wide open space between the last row of dwellings and the wildish …
We actively try to catch crabs when we’re on holidays. 🙂 The best place to catch Crabs. Any river or ocean frontage that comprises of mangroves is perfect for mud crabs. Lucinda 139 km north of Townsville, Australia, is our family’s favourite crabbing and fishing destination. Passing the 55km mark of Rollingstone, the country turns …
Townsville sits on the East Coast of Australia in the curve of Cape Cleveland overlooking the Coral Sea. A Cape Cleveland sunrise marks the start of our day in Townsville. Morning is as good a time as any to meet the colourful and noisy locals as they search the Bottle Brushes and the …
