Melbourne (Dec. 21-22) and NCL Report Card
Exactly fifty weeks ago, I landed in Melbourne, setting foot in Australia for the first time and “collecting” my seventh … Continue reading Melbourne (Dec. 21-22) and NCL Report Card
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Brisbane, Australia (Dec. 18)
Two days ago, I wrote that Vanuatu has been deemed the happiest place on earth. This may be so, but … Continue reading Brisbane, Australia (Dec. 18)
Travel Musings 2 – Manholes, Murals, Monoliths, and More
Like any habitual traveler, I crave sightseeing: graceful architecture, stirring historical sites, glorious mountains, striking wildlife (the usual … better … Continue reading Travel Musings 2 – Manholes, Murals, Monoliths, and More
Travel Musings 1: Humor on the Road
I have three months before my next trip, but I’ve been itching to keep the blog momentum going after last … Continue reading Travel Musings 1: Humor on the Road
Sydney and a Wrap-up of My Visit to Australia
Sydney is a fantastic place. I’ve never seen a city with such an intriguing architectural mix. Modern buildings, led of … Continue reading Sydney and a Wrap-up of My Visit to Australia
North Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef
I don’t want to be precipitous or to precipitate a debate, but I’ve seen more precipitation in the past three … Continue reading North Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Uluru, the aboriginal name for Ayers Rock, is a place of dramatic contrasts. It’s one of the most sacred places … Continue reading Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Melbourne
Melbourne (pronounced “Melbin”), the capital of the state of Victoria (no secret there) is a cultural and sports mecca and, … Continue reading Melbourne
Australia and New Zealand: Getting There and Travel Tips
I’ve been reading a lot of Carlo Rovelli lately. He’s an Italian theoretical physicist who writes elegantly and clearly about … Continue reading Australia and New Zealand: Getting There and Travel Tips
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