About the trip to Australia dreamed of a long time ago, several factors stopped: a daily flight, too expensive tour and a rather short vacation. I really wanted to cover the maximum, but in a week, 2 days from which would have been moving, it was unrealistic. But here was the proposal from which we could not refuse. And did not have time to disassemble the suitcases after arriving from Cuba from the beautiful town of Varadero, we were already going to a long and long-term trip to Cairns. Our company sent us to work in the Australian office for 3 months. I will make a reservation, we work to the Canadian IT_naya company.
Flight. Australia in December (pros and cons)
Having recovered from the 32_-hour flight with 2_ transplants and with the child on the hands, whom, by the way, barely managed to take on board, otherwise, I would have to be able to buy a party of headphones as American celebrities and distribute passengers on board, so that they had a pleasant flight, not distracted by outsiders Noise, we stepped on the Australian Earth.
The first impression is beautiful, paradise, another dimension - so technical progress stepped forward that words are difficult to convey ...
The second impression: December, and on the street +32, the sun bit so much that there was nothing to breathe, hurriedly hurried to move the son and sat down in Sky Bus, which was brought to the hotel (for a shuttle thank you so much!). Until 21_th of December, under the contract, we get acquainted with the country, we live as tourists and the company pays us. All our movements in their free time - at our expense.
Mute, like we, which falls a chance to visit Australia, goes to any season, if you are going on vacation, then December is not the best recreation period. If the water temperature is still comfortable and I don't want to go out, then the air temperature is like in the emirates. Just baked, and only deep at night is lowered by 5-7 degrees.
Cairns. Attractions and Hotel Sights
One of the main attractions in Cairns is called a large coral reef, I don't quite agree on a mom 2_h 2_x, and for us an important landmark has been a playground "Muddy's Playground", it is unique, in my opinion. "
The playground is similar to the water park and her chip is that water flows from everywhere and dripping out, for kids not only informative, but you can hang up for a long time. It is not difficult to get to the court, it is located in the center on the shore of the bay and near the adult pool.
Since the plans were a trip to Sydney and other cities, we tried not to spend extra money trips to restaurant. In the evening they walked on the pier (it was from here early in the morning a boat with tourists to reef are sent). On the pier there are many birds, especially parrots, which can be fed, with which children are trying to chat and chat)))
Traveling on a boat with a glass bottom to Green Island
The next day we were dedicated to the island of Green. You can go on the boat, one day is enough to spend time and familiarize yourself with the landscapes. For the baby, the pool is open here, mini-zoo and just giant turtles ... There was no limit to our sicks.
Walking along the islands except the turtles you can find quite a lot of birds, among them the long-legged white herons and even an eagle.
On the island excellent infrastructure: diving, snorkeling and boat walk with a glass bottom. Here, near the pool, you can enjoy delicious dishes and tropical fruits.
By the cost - a boat ride with a glass bottom - 18 y. e. For adults, for kids up to 6_ years for free.
The husband was immersed with scuba and instructor - says awesome sensations, especially if you look at a huge turtle. Price - 180 y. e.
Cairns. Trip to Sydney
In the morning, before departure in Sydney, 2 was taken to hire in Cairns and drive around the park. Bicycles cost 24 y. e.
In Sydney, I flew the budget company JetStar, at a price of 327 y. e. (My husband and son and son), the flight lasted only 1.5 hours. In Sydney, stayed in private apartments, because I wanted to see the maximum, because the housing rental decided to save. Breakfast and dinner was prepared independently by purchasing products in the markets, in which there are no cashiers, and self-service terminals, and dinged in a lovely cafe.
What should take with you
First of all, the card, because in Sydney, so complex streets and quarters, that even local is not oriented everywhere.
Sydney is the brightest and colorful city in which they had ever come.
What surprised
In clubs cut out music at 23.00, and at 6 am the city already lives a complete life.
She conquered the Sydney Bridge (503 m in length and 134 in height, 8 lanes for the car). The husband rose with insurance for 3 hours, cost in charge of 250 y. e.
I advise you to visit the Sydney Opera House, this is a mega structure! Under a huge dome there are theater, restaurants, cinemas, here is the largest organ and the highest curtain.
I will say honestly, being here and seeking quite a lot of countries, we walk around the city with wide eyes and the jaw. I would say that they got into another dimension, so cool here !!!!!
Botanical Garden, where animals are in meter from you: Friendly koalas, proud giraffes and fun kangaroo - all this is worth seeing with your own eyes!
And of course the municipal beach of Meni, to which it is completely easy to reach (from the Sydney Opera on the ferry in just 35 minutes). For beginners, professional instructors offer to master the surf. Price is about 35 y. e. The entrance to the beach is free. From the service: There are locker rooms, shower, rental equipment for surfing, a large number of bars and cafes.
Food
Level Service and quality dishes - Sin complain, consider that you fly on a private jet and everything for you) However, if you do not in your pocket, then it is problematic. Space prices! Dinner without delights and drink tea for 75 y. e. (for two + child).
We loved the cafe "chophouse" with the original design and excellent noise insulation, you can not only listen to music, but also talk, and here amazing steaks with steep feeding (onion rings, mushrooms and brussels) and divine chocolate sweets with coffee) for the price - Cosmos, but for pleasure and once a month indulge yourself!
Return to Cairns. Treats of travel
Before departure home, we managed to visit the Wildlife Park "Featherdale Wildlife Park" and the Moon Park. The park impressed with his landscapes, and the moon park for us was too big and rides are not for babies, nothing, we will grow up and be sure to come here!
Is it worth going to Australia, you ask. I will answer - be sure! Only with unlimited finances, good mood and card! Australia is another world in which at least once should be!