Sailing and Scuba Diving in the Great Barrier Reef: Day 2

Yesterday’s sailing in the Great Barrier Reef was sunny and warm and pleasant. Today was the complete opposite. I woke up at 5:45am, ate breakfast, and got ready for my 1st morning dive. Unfortunately, a storm rolled in, and I was trying to get my gear on in the...

Sailing and Scuba Diving in the Great Barrier Reef: Day 1

First off, I’d like to say – I might be new to scuba diving, but I’m already obsessed with it. Underwater is quite possibly the most magical place I’ve ever been, and scuba diving is the portal to that glorious, beautiful world. I really want to continue through...

I Stayed on a Fancy Island Resort … for Six Hours

Remember that one time in Costa Rica where I booked three nights in a fancy 5-star resort because I was >this< close to having a mental breakdown? Bless my heart, I needed some sleep. Yep, that was a nice experience. Too bad I can’t afford that anymore. There’s...

My Guacamole Was Gone in 5 Minutes

When you’ve been a backpacker for this long, there are certain things that trickle out of your daily life. A normal, well-balanced diet is one of them. The amount of fast food, instant ramen noodles, and cookies I’ve consumed is embarrassing and shocking. Like...

Whitehaven – the Most Beautiful Beach I’ve Ever Seen

I booked a sailboat tour with Providence V, and I was super excited to explore the Whitsundays. The google searches are just stunning, and I was ready to see them with my own eyes. My shuttle picked me up at 7:00am, and delivered me to the harbor. I checked-in and was...