Close call with sharks in Australia
“Whoosh” something shot by in the corner of my vision, I snapped my head in its direction trying to catch it with my eyes. Holding my breath I looked up…
The big voyages of the schafer family.
Sydney, Australia – Hop on, Hop off ship … and some signs!
After a few days of walking around Sydney it was getting a little bit exhausting. That's when I noticed the Captain Cook Cruise Hop on, Hop off boat! I…
Sydney Bridge Climb in Australia
Orin was all smiles as we put on our blue baseball caps that had to be tied to our blue jumpsuits along with the headsets our guide provided us with.…
Treetop Adventure Park – Sydney, Australia
We awoke to the thundering roar of unusual Australian weather. The Tree Top Adventure Park had told us they would run their tours rain or shine and unless there was…
My most Perfect Birthday Ever! – Crepes, Bago Maze & Fudge
My birthday was the most perfect day I ever remember. I am not sure why. I think I just felt so blessed to be surrounded by my family and have…
Our Homeless Nightmare (by Alyssa)
My aching limbs screamed in protest as I tried to readjust my position. We were waiting in the van as Dad walked into yet another building to ask if there…
The Australia Zoo (by Dailin)
We all slowly untangled ourselves from the boxes and suitcases as our van pulled up to the parking lot of the Australia Zoo. The drive was less than pleasant with…
St. Helena Island – Australia’s Alcatraz
We had an exciting excursion planned for the day only ten minutes away from where we were staying in our 3 bedroom apartment at West Wynnum. We had arranged to…
Get a Loan for Parking Fees in Brisbane
I can't get over how crazy parking and parking fees are in Brisbane. Coming from a smaller city I think I get spoiled. I'm sure parking fees are quite high…
Botanical Gardens of Vanuatu
After spending the week cleaning and packing and scrubbing our beloved Far and Away I was exhausted. I lay down on the crisp white sheets in our rented house in…