Here’s what I’ve observed about Sydney so far: the sun shines ALL the time. It’s out of control. I heard a rumor that there was bad weather before I arrived, but I’m not sure I believe it. Today I took a ferry across the harbor to the Taronga Zoo. Here is a photo of people taking… Continue reading Sydney, day four: Taronga Zoo
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Sydney, day three: Bondi, Bookstores, the Galaxy, and Pie
Today was a beach day. 79 degrees. Sunny. Blue sky. I covered my ghoulish skin with sunscreen and set out for Bondi Beach via the bus. I have mastered the Sydney bus system. And by “mastered” I mean that I am capable of plugging my destination into Google Maps on my phone, following its directions… Continue reading Sydney, day three: Bondi, Bookstores, the Galaxy, and Pie
Sydney, day two: coffee, art, books, culture
The great thing about being jetlagged when you’ve headed west is that getting up in the morning is incredibly easy. (Staying up past 8pm: not so easy.) I hopped out of bed nice and early this morning, planned out my day, showered & got ready, and was at Pier 8 Cafe on the waterfront for… Continue reading Sydney, day two: coffee, art, books, culture
The Royal Botanic Garden
I’m here! I’m in Sydney! My flights to Australia were surprisingly good. I flew Air New Zealand, and when I booked the flights I paid a little more for an exit row for the 13 hour leg, which was arguably the best decision I’ve ever made in my life. It was a huge exit row… Continue reading The Royal Botanic Garden