Tag Archives: Queensland

Just give us one, calm, good weather day

Posted on May 29, 2014 by simpletravelourway

Certainly that’s not too much to ask after we’ve traveled so far to get here.  We’ve dreamed about snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef for a long time and planned two weeks to be in Far North Queensland to ensure … Continue reading →

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Re-planning in the face of an obstacle

Posted on May 27, 2014 by simpletravelourway

Sometimes it doesn’t make any difference how much planning you do for a trip. Forces-not-in-your-control can sideline the best of plans.  We envisioned long walks in the rain forest on our visit to far northern Queensland.  The unseasonable rain, day … Continue reading →

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Ice cream, tea, and more

Posted on May 17, 2014 by simpletravelourway

Our host, Vickie, showed us around the Inn. She tipped the lamp and – yes! – a white-lipped frog was sitting inside the light shade. Every evening, the frog dined on bugs attracted to the lamp by its light. Smart … Continue reading →

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