Australia! A guide to the 'downunder'

Sydney NSW, Australia

Make sure to rent a bike and bike the city! There is so much to see and do in Sydney, but the best way to get a quick glimpse of the city and scope out all the places to go too is by bike. There are many places that will rent bikes around the city. If your as lucky as I was, the guy will come and collect the bikes from you at your last destination. Perhaps this will be the Sydney Opera House where you might find yourself having an afternoon beer at one of the many places near the waters edge.

Surfers Paradise QLD, Australia

What better place to spend a day at the beach then at Surfers Paradise in Australia. Local shops rent surf boards and 'bungee smugglers' to tourists. Grab your board and head out into the Pacific Ocean. What a great place to cool off and catch a few waves before grabbing some grub at one of the local surf shops that line the streets before heading back to your comfortable hostel/hotel to take a shower and explore the night life.

Melbourne VIC, Australia

Ahh, I must say Melbourne did strike a certain heart cord for me. It was a great city to explore, a great city to stay in, and I would certain visit if not call this place home at some time or another. The people, the culture, the activities, there certainly is lots going on. With the 12 Apostles not far off along the pacific coast, rugby games close by, the lively night life and fast moving public transit this is the place to visit if not live. Watch out for the Hook turns at traffic lights, they certainly can get you if you don't know what your doing!

The Nunery

What a fantastic hostel to stay at! The hostel staff were mighty mighty friendly, the hostel had a great room where many of the people got together to talk about their adventures. Sharing stories in front of the massive fire place with a cup of tea and the resident cat was certainly a nice way to end the day.

Wobbly Wine Tour

What better way to take in the sights and sounds of the Australia wine country then on a bike? A wobbly bike no less! What a great day/afternoon we all spent as we biked around the Australian wine country and sampled many fine wines across the region. A highly recommended day when in the Sydney area.