Down Under

Australia's heat got to us, combined with travel fatigue it made us lazy. That's why there are so many pictures here. Maybe you notice that most of it takes place on or in the water, actually the only sensible thing here.....

If anyone is considering taking a diving course: good idea! Diving is incredibly fun and you get to know the marine animals in a relaxed way and from a different perspective. While most fish are rather shy when snorkeling, we had some curious companions while diving. During the diving course, we were visited by 'Wally', a huge Maori Wrasse. Wally thinks he's a dog and is just as affectionate (unfortunately, there are no photos, as cameras are taboo for students, if you want to see him: https://www.facebook.com/afishcalledwally/) Another time, we were accompanied by a curious pufferfish, at least you don't have the urge to reach out your hand :)

Swimming through a huge school of fish is an indescribable feeling! But see for yourself

The first dive after the 'Open Water' certification

Carpet shark or wobbegong

We spent New Year's Eve in Cairns after the diving course (very tired 😴).

The Whitsundays were a must, so we did a 2-day sailing trip. (And survived despite the storm on the first day 😅)

You have to wear these pretty 'stinger suits' everywhere in Queensland in the water during jellyfish season. A few days before our tour, people had to be brought back from the Whitsundays by helicopter because they were stung.

you only see such sunsets from the boat, that alone makes it worthwhile. Oh, and there's always a bit of wind.

Fraser Island. The largest sand island in the world, can only be explored with a 4x4. As it turned out, it's advisable to have an experienced driver. Tourists who overestimate themselves regularly get stuck and need to be rescued.

With these pictures we say goodbye to all of you. We are enjoying a few more days in Bangkok and will return to Germany just in time for the Super Bowl. 😜

Best wishes

Bekki & Micha