Addendum

Addendum. There were times throughout our journey that we were unable to upload some photos. Today we were able to add some of the missing ones. Photos have been added for days 61, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 73, 74, 75, 76 and 78. Enjoy.

Singapore to Calgary

Day 80 Saturday, April 1, 2006 As we endured the long trip home we reflected upon our Australian experiences; the numbers of unique Australian animals that we were fortunate to see in the wild, the abundant beaches of the East Coast, the wild Outback, the scenic Great Ocean Road, the Blue Mountains, and a hundred other places. And especially the friendly Australian people who welcomed us and went out of their way to show us their unique and spectacular country.
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Singapore

Day 79 Friday, March 31, 2006 The Asian Civilization Museum had an excellent exhibit on the history of Singapore. It also had a display of Asian fabric, some dating back to the 5th century and one piece dating to 200 BC. And I can’t find a shirt that lasts a year. We had supper at Boat Quay, a series of outdoor restaurants along the Singapore River.
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PS We had a malfunction with our computer which prevents us from posting photos. We will try and post them later.
B

Sydney to Singapore

Day 78 Thursday, March 30, 2006 Our original flight was Calgary - Vancouver - Singapore - Auckland and return, (Australia being a side trip) thus requiring us to return to Auckland for the trip home. Upon arrival at the Sydney airport this morning, there was no sign of Aerolineas Argentinas (OK so they were cheap), no listing, no counter, no answer the phone. Well we didn’t want to go back to Auckland anyway, so Singapore Air just booked us through to Singapore where we are tonight, a day early and seven hours flying time less.

A word on Australian lingo. Our outback tour guide was “Chappy” (Chapman), at most cafes you can get all day “brecky”, McDonalds sells “hot chocy”, the biggest and toughest men in Australia play a game they call “footy” and it goes on. I have to conclude that “Aussie” is self inflicted.
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Katoomba to Sydney

Day 77 Wednesday, March 29, 2006 After two beautiful sunny days in the Blue Mountains, the fog descended once again. We traveled back to Sydney, returned the car and checked into our hotel. We spent the afternoon sorting out our luggage for air travel and the long trip home.
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Katoomba

Day 76 Tuesday, March 28, 2006 The Jenolan Caves in the Blue Mountains are a massive array of interlocking caverns. There are at least twelve different cave systems that you can tour with an experienced guide. We chose the Lucas Cave as it contained the largest chamber of the group. There are over 1000 steps up, then down, then up again, not counting the ramps and curved and sloping paths. Headroom varies from huge amphitheatres to perhaps only four feet. Stalagmites and stalactites of all shapes, sizes and colours adorn the chambers. We were joined for the day by Chris, one of our fellow travelers in the outback. It was his last full day in Australia and we enjoyed his company as we toured the Blue Mountains.
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Canberra to Katoomba

Day 75 Monday, March 27, 2006 Our second visit to the Blue Mountains was spectacular as we enjoyed a magnificent view under sunny skies from the Echo Point Lookout in Katoomba. This is Australia’s version of the Three Sisters.
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