Hey!

Hope you are all well! Yet again its another quick email for an update. So sorry in advance for spelling mistakes.

Been having a relaxing time in St.Kilda (Melbourne) since we have arrived. The hostel we have been staying is nice and full of like minded people. Steph, Claire and I have been sharing a dorm with 5 other people (all men!) but they are really nice. We all feel old as they are only about 19 years old and very very MESSY! Considering Im sure a neat freak I have got into being messy too (well sort off!).

The weather here is weird, one day its boiling and the next it is raining. Toady has been pretty warm, so I went to the gym (we can get a gym pass for $7). It much better than Total Fitness! Instead of looking out over wigan on the tredmill, you look out to the ocean. I dont think I have ever ran on the tredmill with a smile on my face! I then walked down the pier to see Steph, as she is working in a little Italian cafe and had a coffee. Life is pretty chilled here to be honest, Im usually running round like a headless chicken! We are going to the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday 6th Nov, Melbourne has a bank holiday for this! its meant to be ace so looking forward to that. Anyway, now for the exciting bit........... I have booked a trip! See below:

Itinerary: Nov 17 to 19: Sydney to Byron (via Surf Camp)
Departing Sydney you head to our own private surf camp on the coast of News South Wales. Here you will experience an action packed stay of surfing, beach parties, relaxation and exhilaration. After a couple of days in our private camp we then head onto Byron Bay to chillout, visit the markets, go surfing with dolphins or have a latte in a street café. Includes 2 surf lessons, 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners.

Nov 20 to 22: Byron Bay to Fraser Island (via Brisbane)We travel up through the Gold Coast, Brisbane & Sunshine Coast before arriving in Hervey Bay. This coastal village is famous both as the Whale watching Mecca of Australia plus as the gateway to Fraser Island. After a night in Hervey Bay, you will be picked up early the following morning to board the ferry that will take you across for your 2 day / 1 night guided four wheel drive adventure which overnights in the Wilderness Lodge (part of Kingfisher Bay Resort). Included in your touring will be Lake Mackenzie, Basin Lake, Pile Valley, Maheno Shipwreck, Coloured Sands & Champagne Pools. You will then return to Hervey Bay for 1 night before continuing on up the Capricorn Coast. Meals on Fraser Island included.

Nov 23: Capricorn CoastToday you can spend relaxing by the swimming pool before catching the evening coach service to the Whitsunday's.

Nov 24 to 27: Whitsunday'sAirlie is the Gateway to the Whitsundays - an archipelago of 74 tropical islands. Our resort is located on the main strip and features a swimming pool, bar and night club. This is the ideal base to explore the Whitsundays from. After a night in Airlie Beach, spend 2 days & 2 nights sailing the Whitsundays on our Budget Cruise vessel. Each night you will sleep aboard our 75 feet sailing vessel that sleeps 24 passengers 3 crew. The accommodation is made up of 9 cabins with a selection of twin, double & quad share. This is a great way explore the tropical reefs and beaches as you cruise and snorkel around the islands. Meals whilst sailing are included. Another night in Airlie after sailing.

Nov 28 to 29: Mission Beach (Tully River) Departing Airlie we travel up to Mission Beach. This region is famous for the Cassowary Birds that can stand up to 2 meters high This region also offers some of the best white water rafting in Australia. Included is a full day of rafting on the Tully River, barbecue lunch and a transfer to Cairns.

Nov 30 to Dec 01: Cairns / Great Barrier Reef Cairns is the adventure playground of Australia offering bungy jumping, white water rafting, kayaking, ballooning and diving. Spend two full days out on the Great Barrier Reef exploring the marine and coral life. On our 25 meter vessel we feature 16 airconditioned cabins all with ensuite. All mealls are included whilst aboard plus you have the opportunity to dive or snorkel with our fully trained and experienced crew. Meals whilst onboard are included.

Dec 02 to 03: Daintree National ParkTravelling along the coast we visit Port Douglas on our way to the majestic rainforests, pristine rivers and white sandy beaches of the World Heritage listed Cape Tribulation and Daintree National Parks. Here you will cruise down the majestic Daintree River spotting Crocodiles and taking in the local wildlife before overnighting in PK's Resort. The following morning is free to explore this majestic rainforest before heading back to Cairns for your last night.

Dec 04: ENDYour package is complete upon check-out of the hostel this morning.

JEALOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hehe I leave the hostel on friday 9th nov and im going see Toni, Damien and Max for a few days which Im looking forward too, then head down to Sydney for a few nights then off on my trip! Very excited, plus I will be able to get a good bronzy! Anyways, hope everyone is good and will speak soon.lots of love,
Becky