Surfboard menu at a local restaurant in Trinity Beach. |
We'd chosen that specific cruise in order to see them with my uncle who'd recently turned 95 years old. Who knows when we'd ever be back in Boston? It was a wonderful visit and then we were on our way once again.
Holloways Beach. |
A two week stay in Minneapolis can easily run over US $5000, AUD $6734 with the high cost of hotels, rental cars and meals. With the cost of bringing 12 family members to Hawaii, we had to tighten our belts and stick with the budget and the itinerary (as we always attempt to do) preventing us from any other stops along the way at that time.
House on a hill in Yorkeys Knob. |
It will be wonderful to see our family and friends and most assuredly, our stay will be a flurry of non-stop activity however long we may stay. As time nears, we'll pin down the dates we'll be in Minnesota, Nevada and Los Angeles.
Planning this far in advance is crucial for us when we notice cruises posted as "sold out" or cabins we may have wanted to book already taken. Early booking is vital especially around the South Pacific, where all of these newly booked cruises will be sailing. Aussies love to cruise.
A sunbather on the beach. |
With Australia the size of the US with the major points of interest around the perimeter, driving for foreigners like us is not a likely nor affordable way to see this massive continent. Cruising is the ideal way to see. Two of these cruises we booked over the weekend, visit the entire perimeter of Australia.
A camping area in Trinity Beach. |
As much as we prefer not to bring up expenses as often as we do, the reality is clear...there's no way to do what we're doing long term without constantly being aware of expenses.
Camping and caravanning is popular in Australia. |
Rather than list the finite details of each cruise here, which can be less interesting for those who don't cruise, tomorrow we'll post a brief synopsis of these three new cruises.
This sign is posted outside a restaurant in Trinity Beach. |
The interior of Lunico restaurant in Trinity Beach. |
This reminds us that we could dine out on occasion. But, with my restricted way of eating its not so appealing. |
Sitting outdoors at the restaurant overlooking the ocean is appealing now that its not raining almost every day as it has since we arrived one month ago. |
There are lots of pizza and pasta restaurants along the beaches. |
Overall, cruising has provided us with many memorable experiences of making new friends and seeing so much of the world which far surpasses any potential annoyances. Plus, we had a blast with the Aussies on this last cruise to Sydney and we can't wait for more social interactions with these warm and friendly people in this highly conducive environment.
This afternoon, we'll head back to the doctor for my test results and then get to work on Tom's upcoming exams and tests. Hopefully, all will be good and we can continue on with added peace of mind.
We've been here over a month and how the time has flown. We like it here. Its a good place to live and we're content. What more could we ask for?
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Photo from one year ago today, July 13, 2014:
Tom always says I don't post enough photos of myself. I'm not your basic "selfie" type person obsessed with photos of myself. There's a lot more interesting scenery than me posing for one of Tom's less than stellar photos, many of which I'm compelled to delete. Here I am in front of a decorated tree trunk in Ribeira Brava, Madeira last year. For more details, please click here. |
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