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Post by shrjeff on Jul 7, 2018 5:50:26 GMT 2
it will be interesting how a. copes with croatian... have a great time, sabi...
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Post by mockchoc on Jul 20, 2018 13:08:41 GMT 2
We are going camping in our caravan next weekend in the tropical rainforest north of here then next month into the outback to the red centre etc...
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Post by kuskiwi on Jul 20, 2018 15:15:03 GMT 2
My favourite spot out there us Kings Canyon. Worth the time if you happen to be near. Enjoy .
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Post by Baz Faz on Jul 20, 2018 23:49:11 GMT 2
We are going camping in our caravan next weekend in the tropical rainforest north of here then next month into the outback to the red centre etc... Sounds fun. What will you be eatimg? |
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Post by mockchoc on Jul 21, 2018 16:31:39 GMT 2
That is the best part Baz. In the rainforest we are finally allowed a campfire so making a roast lamb dinner. In the outback.. don't remind me. I've been awake thinking what to take. It'll be really expensive out there so want to be prepared. There is a very noce restaurant though we might eat at in Ularu.
Oh no Kuskiwi you just made me have to rethink my plans. I only just decided today to not go to Kings Canyon and see West MacDonald Ranges. Did you go there? I've never been so far inland before.
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Post by kuskiwi on Jul 21, 2018 23:57:53 GMT 2
Sorry - Lots of years ago Moc (at least 30) but I loved it. Perhaps it was just how we were feeling at the time but it was no where near as busy as the other sites and while getting to the top of the canyon was quite steep the walks were fantastic. Not quite sure which area of the rim we were on (spent a few days out there) but waded across a small stream into an area with a beautiful pool (no photos unfortunately as the ex took them then burnt them). In the sunlight the walls down the canyon are in places like polished glass.
WM R - they too are fabulous. What ever you decide enjoy and come back to us with a report please. I love to hear of someone else doing my memory lane trips.
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Post by mockchoc on Jul 22, 2018 2:27:04 GMT 2
Thanks kuskiwi. It is strange I never wanted to go out there and now I am that I'm looking forward to it a lot.
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Post by kuskiwi on Jul 22, 2018 3:17:10 GMT 2
It's harsh but beautiful. You obviously know the rules and are well equipped. Sunsets and sunrises are usually breathtaking.
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Post by mockchoc on Jul 22, 2018 9:56:42 GMT 2
So exciting! Yes we just bought one of those Camelbak backpacks that carries 2 litres of water in it.
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Post by shrjeff on Jul 27, 2018 11:50:52 GMT 2
at the airport... milano here we come  |
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Post by shrjeff on Jul 28, 2018 6:28:43 GMT 2
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Post by auntieannie on Jul 28, 2018 19:23:28 GMT 2
I was moved, too. two seats nearer business class. but not quite.
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Post by Scrubb on Jul 30, 2018 7:51:58 GMT 2
Well, we are on vacation in BC! Currentlyy on the sunshine coast and no real plan for the next few days. I think we're staying with Mr_S's sister Wed, and Thurs. but what will we do in the interim? Going to check out the north part of the coast tomorrow, then probably some time on the east coast of Vancouver Island. Port Campbell? Comox? Parksville? Qualicum beach? Wherever we can find a place to stay?
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Post by sophie on Jul 30, 2018 16:58:30 GMT 2
You got a place to stay with us if you want!!
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Post by Voy on Jul 31, 2018 4:45:51 GMT 2
tomorrow begins the amazing journey ! in the course of which I will get to meet 2 potters ! Welle in SF) and Kuski in NZ... yeehaw
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Post by Scrubb on Jul 31, 2018 7:07:36 GMT 2
You got a place to stay with us if you want!! That is so nice of you, sophie! It looks like we're going to hang out on the east coast, and then we'll get to Victoria late on Wed and see Mr_S's sisterthat evening and Thursday. We don't have any plans in particular but it might be nice if I let Mr_S and his sister have some time alone together. So, if you have time and are intersted, we could get together for coffee or cake or something on Thursday? I'd love to see you again! |
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Post by kuskiwi on Jul 31, 2018 9:13:54 GMT 2
tomorrow begins the amazing journey ! in the course of which I will get to meet 2 potters ! Welle in SF) and Kuski in NZ... yeehaw See you soon. If you could pack a little sunshine in your luggage it would be appreciated. Travel well and safe. |
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Post by rikita on Aug 1, 2018 1:32:23 GMT 2
just a short one now: going to my mom's tomorrow, staying two or three days (working from there).
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Post by shrjeff on Aug 1, 2018 8:49:37 GMT 2
off to bologna... goodbye milan (for a while)...
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Post by mockchoc on Aug 3, 2018 9:06:25 GMT 2
You lucky guy Jeffy! So jealous. lol
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Post by auntieannie on Aug 3, 2018 12:05:26 GMT 2
off home soon!
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Post by shrjeff on Aug 3, 2018 15:57:23 GMT 2
not for long |
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Post by rikita on Aug 4, 2018 2:06:36 GMT 2
just got home from my mom's, next trip tomorrow: going to my dad's holiday house (an hour north of here), we want to cycle from the nearest town ... staying there until monday, probably ...
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Post by shrjeff on Aug 4, 2018 5:32:54 GMT 2
off to modena and parma today... spent yesterday at eataly-FICO researching balsamic and parmesan for our trip today... got an idea of ageing and prices so if we are offered bargains at the manufacturers we'll know to buy... |
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Post by rikita on Aug 4, 2018 8:52:06 GMT 2
am kind of torn - we are about to leave, and a. doesn't want to go - she says it is too much traveling, she wants me to cancel and stay home. i feel bad for making her, i can understand, it was one trip after the other lately - but at the same time, i am looking forward to this trip, and also i don't like to cancel when everyone is looking forward to our arrival ... and looking forward to the cycling part (we wanted to cycle from the train station of the nearest town).
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Post by Voy on Aug 6, 2018 6:55:03 GMT 2
Just to say I'm safely in Oz, and had a lovely meeting and dinner with Welle before going to the airport. She has a pic she will post - when she has time to draw breath !
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Post by Baz Faz on Aug 6, 2018 17:59:58 GMT 2
Just booked the ferry to go to Spain in January. It's a long way ahead but cabins get booked.
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Post by sophie on Aug 8, 2018 17:52:17 GMT 2
Booked a lodge in the Great Bear Rainforest for a few days next August .. only access is by plane/boat .. it is one of those places which does up close viewing of several types of bears including spirit bears and grizzlies as well as other wildlife and historical aboriginal sites.
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Post by shrjeff on Aug 11, 2018 20:02:02 GMT 2
winding up our trip to milan, bologna and turin by hanging out with annie who made a great effort and came down for a few hours to milan... home tomorrow!
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Post by Voy on Aug 11, 2018 21:54:14 GMT 2
next leg of my trip is tomorrow... back to Oz - and the 50-years-later meeting!
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