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A tricky drone shot I was lucky to achieve during a visit to Mt Tamborine rainforest, Queensland Australia

Driving in Queensland

Tallebudgera Creek Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast Australia. A recent sunset drone flight...

O'Reilly's Rainforest retreat

Are we lost? Where are we now? Get lost on the beach is priceless!

Atwayan Beach in Coron, Palawan Philippines is one of the best picnic locations where you can relax, frolic, and see breathtaking corals. Read our Atwayan Beach tour - http://2hottravellers.com/atwayan-beach-palawan-best-lunch-spot/

I am sure you have always wanted to cuddle a koala… Well, I know a place where all of your dreams can come true: Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary! Located only a 20-minute bus ride from Brisbane City, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary takes care of more than 130 koalas. In fact, Lone Pine holds the Guinness World Record as the world’s first and largest Koala sanctuary! How much does it cost? - Adult: $36 / Student: $24. Add a Koala Cuddle photo* for $25 When is it open? 9:00am – 5:00pm daily. (1:30 pm – 5:00 pm on Anzac Day.) There are so many reasons you should visit, here is what you can do and why I had so much fun with Koalas. Why you should visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Realize your dream: touch a koala! Brisbane’s Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary was one of the few places in the world that allowed visitors to hold a koala. To keep the koalas happy, the keepers now hold the koalas while you stand next to them and give them a friendly pat. It’s definitely worth it!

How do you find a lizard? Well.. you can find wild lizards along old wooden fences and around rocks, especially flat rocks. My wife and I went to Roma Street Parkland in Brisbane City for an afternoon stroll around the gardens. They were absolutely spectacular. At Roma Street Parkland the lizards are quite small but they have larger heads and shorter limbs whereas the animals at South Bank are also fairly small but they have smaller heads and longer limbs. beware if you're terrified of lizards, you might step on one (it blended into the ground) and they were around every corner. - Only in Australia

The Water Wall at The Celebration Lawn looks exactly how it sounds – a wall of concrete with streams of flowing water gently cascading from the top to its base. The wall can light up in the evenings given it an extra spectacular appeal. Cushioned by pathways and the grass, it is easy to get up close to this wall of water and is the perfect background for a selfie or photo with family and friends. #Australia #travel

Roma Street railway station is located in the Brisbane central business district, Queensland, Australia. It is the junction station for the North Coast, Main, Gold Coast, and NSW North Coastlines. Although not easily visible to the public, the original 1873 Roma Street railway station building still exists within the modern complex and is listed on the Queensland Heritage Register. Platforms‎: ‎10 (4 sides, 3 islands) Opened‎: ‎14 June 1875 Location Roma Street, Brisbane Coordinates: 27.4652°S 153.0191°ECoordinates: 27.4652°S 153.0191°E Owned & Operated by: Queensland Rail Line(s): North Coast Main Line: Gold Coast, NSW North Coast Distance: 0.75 kilometers from Central Platforms 10 (4 side, 3 islands) Tracks: 10 Connections: Roma Street busway station, Brisbane Transit Centre

Heads up if you’re on your way into Brisbane this morning, it’s a bit foggy. Driving through foggy Brisbane is ain't good. It causes a headache for the early morning commute. Do you know what causes the fog? Well... There's plenty of moisture on the ground and with clear skies and light winds overnight allow the ground to cool down and form that fog, which is basically cloud on the ground level. It should clear over the next hour or two as the sun rises.☀️

Meerkats at Australia zoo, you just have to love them. They are right up there at the top of my list of favorite animals.

So where are the best places around Australia to enjoy a picnic? Well, plan the perfect picnic in Roma Street Parkland. Roma Street Parkland covers 16 hectares in the center of Brisbane, Australia. The Roma Street Parkland is adjacent to Brisbane Transit Centre and the Roma Street railway station from which it takes its name (the park does not directly face onto Roma Street) There is pedestrian access to the Roma Street Parkland from the Roma Street railway station, as well as from Albert Street, and from the section of the Parkland which used to be called Albert Park, in Wickham Terrace. There is also a car park area, with road access from the intersection between Wickham Terrace, College Road, and Gregory Terrace. Roma Street Parkland is the world's largest subtropical garden in a city center. The parkland features a variety of themed gardens and recreational areas, with a web of pathways and boardwalks traversing cascading waterways and rocky outcrops, and also in situ artworks by 16 local artists. Location: Brisbane, Australia Area: 16 hectares (40 acres) Created: 6 April 2001 Operated by: City Parklands Transition Services Pty Ltd through Brisbane City Council,

Do you know someone who loves wine? Cheche loves it. Looking at her bag, it's pretty obvious she bought wine but I think she wants more. We had a lovely visit to this distillery. For $5.00 you get three liqueurs and one spirit tasting. My husband and I tasted each other so we got more tastings. They were really quite delicious and we ended up buying three bottles of some very tasty liqueurs in beautiful bottles. They would be a great present but we are keeping ours. It would be easy to walk out with half a dozen bottles full of different flavors if you like something small but tasty after dinner. An artist/owner used to do the pattern on the bottles by hand but now they do prints of the originals and it is done mechanically as it was too much for one person to do. An unexpected pleasure to finish off our great day in the mountains. Address: Mt Tamborine Gold Coast Hinterland, Queensland, Australia

Find out why you should visit Curtis Falls Mt Tamborine in Queensland, Australia. Nestled in the rainforest in Tamborine National Park, it is a popular short walk that will take you approximately 30 - 45 minutes to amazing cascading falls. While Curtis Falls are at their best after heavy rainfall or during the wet season, they run all year round.

Oh, I couldn't resist... Cheche was walking in the garden at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and I saw the perfect opportunity to scare her. I laughed so hard but she didn't seem to see the funny side of it. Anyway, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. lol When you least expect it... Surprise scare cam

Wondering what's in there? What do you hear now? What did you see? Exploring some of the Gold Coast Hinterland - Tamborine Mountain is not too far from where I live and it is a beautiful area to visit and explore. As you can see, I am always curious and I love the Australian rainforests.

After spending a couple of hours on the walking tracks around Curtis Falls, it was time for lunch and a drink. Ambles up to the nearby shops and we found at the Curtis Falls favorite pub, the "Pavilion Garden bar, and Ice Creamery" where there was plenty of seating and a good number of vegetarian options on the menu. The service was fine. The order placed easily and then I grabbed a table to wait for my lunch. Didn't have to wait too long...maybe 10 minutes at most. The salad was fresh and lightly dressed, the chips were crisp and a really warm and the vegetable pastie looked homemade - it was massive and very tasty. So, all up it was a very nice lunch for $14.90. Positioned as it is near a corner, it is in a prime position to see the comings and goings. We enjoyed the tranquil and relaxed atmosphere in the garden bar and their tasty tapas. Perfect place to unwind and listen to music whilst enjoying a few cold drinks.

Entrance to St Tomas Brisbane Planetarium located within Mt Cootha Botanic Garden

I love theme parks but since the covid quarantines and lockdowns, Dreamworld Gold Coast has been closed. I have been waiting patiently for my Favorite theme park to reopen: Mainly because I have a Dreamworld annual pass that was doing nothing but gathering dust! But, finally, the park has re-opened! I was a little slow and not all the rides were going but it was a good opportunity to wander around without the crowds and queues. ------ Dreamworld and WhiteWater World are re-opening on Wednesday 16 September. We can't wait, and we don't want you to, either! Make your first visit to the park quick and easy by visiting Guest Services during one of the times below to have your Pass redeemed before we open! Dreamworld Gold Coast re-opened after lockdown- Dreamworld 2020

That moment when I'm videoing birds and my wife runs through it. Look forward to those moments you spend with your spouse, even if they happen every day. Australian wildlife... birds are meant to be chased... aren't they?

Sometimes, you should go chasing waterfalls. When you need to tune out the world, the splash of the waterfalls sounds to create a relaxing mood. So we visited Curtis Falls in Mt Tamborine in Gold Coast Australia last year.

Drive from Queen Plaza to City Botanic Garden in Queensland

The Fortnight lily (variously known as African iris or diestes bicolor) gets its name from its recurring two-week flowering cycle during spring and into summer. This is a narrow-leaved species that grows to 30 in. tall with medium green leaves that quickly grows to form dense clumps in gardens and landscapes. Pale yellow flowers to 2 in. in dia. have broad overlapping petals with a maroon spot at their base. This South African species provides fine foliage texture and attractive yellow flowering for accent character among other foliage plants. It is quite robust and should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain a suitable size and character. It is a good plant for pots, parkways, around bioswales, and feature elements in raised planters. Plant Type: Perennial Foliage Character: Evergreen Habit: Dense, Clumping Growth Rate: Fast Height: 30 in. Width: 3 ft. - 6 ft. Water Needs: Moderate 4 Foliage Color: Medium green Flower Color: Yellow Flower Season: Summer, Spring, Fall Soil Adaptations: Well-draining soil, Loam, Clay Exposure Adaptations: Morning sun, Frost, All day sun, Partial sun Function: Foundations, Flowering accent plant, Container plant, Borders

A great day out for Cheche with the kangaroos at Australia Zoo. "Crickey, I think Veggie might come too..." "Nahh, I reckon he won't show up. We caught him trying to mount Isa yesterday and if you are not careful, he will lead you astray Lianna." Sorry, I just had to say it before we throw another shrimp on the barbie. Australia Zoo, one hour north of Brisbane on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, is home of The Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin. Nestled on more than 110 acres and with more than 1200 amazing animals, it’s the most interactive conservation destination on the planet! Australia Zoo kangaroos - so easy to go there for a few hours and end up staying the day.