I Can Always Trust McDonald’s Wifi

Oh, look. Another day where I barely did anything. Woooooo! Here’s my problem — I spent the past three weeks procrastinating on a lot of things. But if I had to name one thing in particular, it would be this: New Zealand. I’m heading to New Zealand in a few weeks, and...

Checking Out Airlie Beach’s Open Air Market

I’m not sure if you know this, but Australia is hot. Like really hot. Like I’m pouring sweat by 10am. In all fairness, Texas is quite similar in temperature and humidity. However, Texas is far more advanced in the air conditioning department. I don’t understand...

I Paid $60 AUD for a Ferry

Ok, being upfront with you: I didn’t really do anything exciting today. The thing is, Airlie Beach is actually quite expensive. Accommodation is about the only thing that’s affordable out here. I’m surrounded by harbors which are really cool, but all...

The Only Plane on the Runway

There’s no way around it – today would be a long travel day. Lots of movement and lots of details. By this point in my trip, I’m so tired of details. Like my gosh, I never want to think about shuttles to/from airports ever again. And because of this...

Walking (and Sweating and Surfing) at Noosa National Park

The Brazilians and I learned from our mistake yesterday and headed out the door a lot earlier than yesterday. Even still, the Noosa National Park car park was full again. Luckily for us, a car was leaving as we pulled up. It really was just dumb luck. We swooped in...