I’ve spent the last few days in inner-Queensland at the Undara Lava Tubes and Paronella Park. I have so many pictures and things to tell you that I’m not sure where to start. I guess the beginning is best… Blog posts to come in the next few hours while I sit at Macca’s (pronounced “mackers”) in Mackay (pronounced “mah-kai”) and sort all my pictures!
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On the Way to Airlie Beach
When you round the corner towards Airlie Beach (which is essentially one street full of busy shops, hostels etc), you see a glimpse of the water and it’s just incredible! I actually found myself talking out loud about how gorgeous it was! The water here is turquoise and comes in different shades depending on the depth. The Whitsunday islands (named by James Cook after the religious holiday) are covered in greenery because most of them are protected areas, and they serve as the perfect backdrop for the crystal clear waters. When I was looking down at the water from the mountains, I was sure that I’d be able to spot fish if they were there because the water was so clear. Tony and his wife told me that the water wasn’t even nearly as clear as it usually is.
Stop Revive Survive
1. Take a cat nap (10 — 15 minutes)
2. Wash your face
3. Go for a walk to get some fresh air (one of the reasons you can get tired is lack of oxygen)
4. Eat or drink something sweet (I had a chocolate mini muffin washed down with Sarsparilla)
5. Keep yourself hydrated (baking in the car under the sun can make you drowsy)