On 28th February 2014, I began a 27 hour journey to the other side of the world. Whilst there, I did that many things that I have decided to write a blog on it, to keep the memory alive and share all the lovely things I did. I'm also hoping it helps with the holiday blues! I hope you enjoy.
Day One - 1st March - Arrived in Australia.
At 6am, Australian time, we arrived in Melbourne Tullamarine airport. After getting through what was surprisingly an easy customs/immigration, we met up with Chris's brother (Wil), who we would stay with for the next 3 weeks. After driving through the middle of Melbourne, we arrived in Caulfield, in a lovely little cul-de-sac where Wil lived. Due to a slight bit of jet-lag, it was time for a nap, and we relaxed again for a few more hours.
At around 7pm, we had our first experience of the Melbourne tram, which is very useful, to the AAMI football stadium for the Melbourne soccer derby Melbourne Heart vs Melbourne Victory. Wil supports Melbourne Victory, who lost 4-0.
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| Wil (Left), Chris and I at the Melbourne Heart vs Melbourne Victory |
About an hour away from Caulfield, in the Yarra Valley of Melbourne, there is an animal sanctuary specialising in Australian animals named Healesville. Each photo below is clearly worth 1000 words!
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| Koala |
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| Me, Chris and Koala in the background |
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| Got to touch a kangaroo! |
Day 3 - Into the city for a river cruise
When we arrived into the city centre for the river cruise, we found that f1 cars were on show. Then, we went for an hour on the river in 26 degree heat!
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| Me in Federation Square |
Day 4 -Etihad Tour and to the MCG
As the temperature peaked at 34 degrees celcius, we did a tour of the Etihad stadium in Melbourne and then headed over to the MCG to take in a bit of cricket. It was $5 entry fee (around £2.70) to see a day of Victoria vs Tasmania with a free programme.
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| Me & Chris at the MCG |
