I am quite happy to say I am now a PADI certified open water diver! Karoline, Cathrine and I went through Diver's Den here in Cairns to get our license and spend a weekend on the reef! After two long days and many hours in the pool with our instructor Levi, we advanced to the … Continue reading Scuba Diving in the Great Barrier Reef
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From Sea to Summit On Fitzroy Island
We had a bit of a rocky start to the day. We almost didn't catch the ferry, but once we were on the ferry, all of us got a little seasick, besides Kristine. Never in my life have I been seasick before, so I was a little surprised by how sick I felt. The waves … Continue reading From Sea to Summit On Fitzroy Island
Easter in the Whitsundays
Day 1 — Good Friday (This wasn't a very exciting day, so if you're reading for travel advice or recommendations, skip to days 2 & 3) For those that know me, you know that if I'm in a car for more than about 20 minutes, I'll likely be asleep by minute 21. Although I tried, … Continue reading Easter in the Whitsundays
Whitewater Rafting Down Tully Gorge
The wet season is finally coming to an end, and with perfect timing too. My friends Ari, Linda and I decided to go whitewater rafting down the Tully River on Saturday. I woke up at the crack of dawn to catch my ride, and I got to see the sky change from night to day … Continue reading Whitewater Rafting Down Tully Gorge
A Little Magic at Fairy Falls
I've been feeling a bit unproductive lately when it comes to exploring the area, and it's been making me anxious. Besides going to the beach and into the city, this was the first real adventure I've had in weeks. My friends Tyra, Karoline, Cathrine and I made plans to take the UniLodge share car out … Continue reading A Little Magic at Fairy Falls
School Strike for Climate Action
For those who don't know, on March 15th, 2019, there was a global school strike for climate action. Across 110 countries, 1.5 million people set to the streets to let their voices be heard. Australia is suffering from droughts, flash flooding, heat waves and other severe weather. Struck with harsh impacts of climate change, the … Continue reading School Strike for Climate Action
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