It's my anticipated day! We're out to the Great Barrier Reef on the sailboat, the Passions of Paradise. We were told that this reef system is the largest in the world, holds 6 out of 7 turtle species in the world, and is the only living thing that can be seen from outer space! However, the sea was quite rough and the winds were pretty strong despite the good sunny weather, so I was already vomitting before I had a chance to dive into the water. After being ...

It's my first flight alone to Australia! Feeling nervous but more excited about my adventure! After a night at the Gilligans, I met up with my trip mates bright and early in the morning on board the Topdeck Tour - Island Suntanner Reverse. Since I'll be spending two weeks with these people, there'll be plenty of time for me to know them! Upon being introduced to our guides, Alan and Deano, we were on board the Topdeck bus (aka Heidi) and off we go! We were drive...