Impulsive, Impetuous, Impish ... it's happening folks, like it or not, we are doing a whistle stop trip to the other side of the world and back over 2 weeks and it starts in around 2 weeks! Not that I have to justify it, looked at Summer, bit too pricey, so Easter, still pricey but better, caught the eye.
On the back of last years USA experience want to keep the long haul stuff going whilst the kids are still interested, and we still have the energy for adventure and misadventure :)
So, we have an itinerary and a pretty detailed plan, but I want to put this out there to blog land to see what added value people can offer to this itinerary in advance and words of wisdom as to how to ensure we squeeze every available minute out of the trip but get some sleep in there somewhere too!
(Undy) Heathrow - Singapore - Brisbane (drive south via Surfers, Nimbin, Lismore and Port Macquarie) - Sydney - Perth - Hong Kong - London
No more than 2 days in any one place, and often less than 2 days (i.e 1)
Definitely looking for advice on authentic places to eat in Singapore and Hong Kong
Pubs to meet and greet friends in Brisbane and Sydney with a 11 and 13 yr old
Quick stop offs between Lismore and Port Macquarie and Port Macquarie and Sydney
Minimum stuff to do in Perth, as zonking by the beach may be the main option by this stage
I should add I have spent a year in Oz, and been back for a week or two since so not a complete novice to this part of the world, although Perth is new. I've been to Hong Kong a couple of times before but not Singapore.
Now to my co pilot, who might have some thoughts and questions of her own that will be far more fun than mine I'm sure!
Carys -
Hello World! Were back, and ready for adventure! So, off to Singapore, Australia and Hong Kong. I don't have too much to say seeing as my dad said most of what was needed to say but I have a few points to talk about.
Firstly; the flying. I worked out we will be flying for 46 hours - almost two days - overall. I hopefully will be able to get about 2-5 hours of sleep on each flight, depending on the flight length. Although, I doubt I'll get as much as I need because I'll be either obsessed with the film on the screen before my eyes, or moaning about how I can't eat because I feel sick.
Then there's jetlag. Were going to be at least 10 hours forward and absolutely exhausted. Any chance I get bit of sleep - when were not on the plane - I'll take it for sure.
Despite my light touches on two of the many doubts and problems I have about this holiday, I feel very strongly that I'm going to enjoy it so much because off the delicious foods, incredible sights and scenery and fun activities.
We shall be informing you in on our opinions of most days and all the problems we overcome and adventures we journey on. Wish us luck, and indeed we shall need it.
Also, please give us advice on what to do as my dad has asked above.
Hello! Not sure how to do this blogging thingy but we'll see if this works! So, we're all looking forward to meeting you all in Perth, it's been about 20yrs Chrissi!!! Anyway, hopefully the weather will still be warm for you here, we'll be mid-Autumn then,but it's 38 degs all weekend at mo so still hot! You'll be spoiled for choice with beaches, but would recommend Cottesloe for the iconic Indian Tea Rooms photo, but there's heaps of beaches along the coast. Go in the morning though as the afternoon breeze aka Freo Doctor, gets up about 1pm and Perth can be pretty windy! Mettams Pool is good for snorkelling, our family fave beach is at Mullaloo, there are safety nets at Sorrento and Quinn's beaches if you're really nervous about sharks....! Try to get to Kings Park if you can, gorgeous views over the Swan River and the city, and Fremantle/Freo is definitely worth a visit for its quirky lively vibe. Sounds like you'll have a busy fun trip! Love Clare, Paul and the boys from a very hot Perth xx
ReplyDeletethanks Clare .. this has lain dormant for a few weeks but will become more regular thinking space from now on.
ReplyDeleteI expect plenty of Aussie Way photos!
ReplyDeleteyeah, wondering if a little loop can be done up to the Paddo during our afternoon in Brisbane
ReplyDeleteHello mate. Sorry I do recall your comment about Singapore recommendations vaguely. Anyway, authentic places to eat. Got to be the food courts and hawker centres and people will argue for ever about which one is best. They can be quite rough and ready but are the cheapest places to get beer! $7 for a 600ml bottle. Good food courts that are a bit more sanitized are Lau Pa Sat in the heart of the CBD, Village Lagoon Food Centre in East Coast Park (great spot by the coast and our local but gets very busy) and Maxwell Road and Newton Circus. Amoy Street also famous. My recommendation would be the one in ECP. 15 min taxi from centre of town but worth the trip. If time is limited make sure you do a duck tour of the Marina Bay Area plus Gardens by the Bay. The other must donisbthe zoo but you need a full day there to get value from it. Anyway safe trip and feel free to get in touch when you get here. Maybe share a beer and you can punch me in the face. Be just like old times! ����
ReplyDeletecheers Neil, couple of things there that will defo do. we should be in the Novotel Clarke Quay early evening on Monday 10th April if you want to catch up for a beer before we go off to find these rough and ready places of which you speak. promise a slap on the back rather than a punch in the face, which will be planned, and not accidental (in case I still need to remind you :) )
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