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Category Archives: Margaret River
Alice Springs & the West MacDonnell Ranges
We have arrived in Alice Springs during one of the busiest weeks on their calendar. Every caravan park is booked out. We wanted to stay for 4 nights and so have had to spread our stay between 3 caravan parks. … Continue reading
Kings Canyon
Our next stop is at Kings Canyon in the Watarrka National Park about 300 km from Uluru. Fortunately the roads are all bitumen and in good condition. The cold wind is still blowing. The skies are bright blue. The redish … Continue reading
Posted in Caravanning, Margaret River, Northern Territory
Tagged Kings Canyon, Watarrka National Park
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Uluru & Kata Tjuta
Yalara is made up of approx 1,000 permanent residents; of which about 300 are indigenous who live in a small community on the edge of Uluru and the rest are employees of Ayers Rock Resort and it’s servicing businesses. During … Continue reading
Posted in Caravanning, Margaret River, Northern Territory
Tagged Ayers Rock, Kata Tjuka, The Olga's, Uluru, Yulara
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Lake Eyre
Today we joined the WrightsAir scenic flight from Coober Pedy over to Kati Thanda – Lake Eyre and on to Anna Creek Painted Hills. It was spectacular to see from the air but unfortunately the photos don’t do it justice. … Continue reading
The road to Coober Pedy
From Adelaide we travel back to Port Augusta and turn north. After following the west side of the Flinders Ranges for a while we then get to treeless plains. At our overnight free camp we are treated to a lovely … Continue reading
Crossing the Nullarbor
Leaving Perth we start our necessary trek across the country. Whilst I have heard several folk whinge about the trip we actually find it a relaxing way to start our holiday. We chat about all the adventures ahead and reminisce … Continue reading
Last Day in Tokyo
We have started our journey home…and have a 5 hour stopover in Kuala Lumpur from 4:30am to 9:30am. Yuck! But the good thing is that the wifi is okay so I have the opportunity to do the final Tokyo blog. … Continue reading
Posted in Cowaramup, Margaret River, Tokyo
Tagged Kimono, Tokyo National Museum, Ueno Park
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Farewell Tokyo
Our time in Tokyo has been brilliant. We leave this evening, so are all packed. We will leave our luggage at the hotel while we spend the day at the National Museum. It is very easy to get around on … Continue reading
Out and About Again in Tokyo
You really can’t come to Tokyo and not visit the iconic Shibuya Crossing. Not only was the view from Mag’s Park above the road impressive but crossing the street with the other pedestrians was fun. It is a very busy … Continue reading
Posted in Cowaramup, Margaret River, Tokyo
Tagged Blue and Whilte Shop, LaQua Light Display, Mag's Park, Shibuya Crossing, Sibuyna Hikarie
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Tokyo Quilt Festival – Day 4 & Nippori Textile Town
And now for the shopping experience! Yesterday we visited the Nippori Textile Town, a street specialising in all things textile. Many shops selling mostly dressmaking fabrics, and or, heavier weight furnishing fabrics lined the streets, but the occasional shop had … Continue reading
Posted in Cowaramup, Margaret River, Tokyo
Tagged Nippori Textile Town, Tokyo Quilt Festival
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Tokyo Quilt Festival – Day 3
After our visit to the gardens this morning we had a rest and returned so the festival to see the final sections of quilts. We will have to return over the next couple of days to do the market stalls….we … Continue reading
Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens
It is said that Koishikawa Korakuen Garden was originally created in the early stage of the Edo period in 1629 by Mito Komen. It is built in the Kaiyu style of garden, which I think means that it has a … Continue reading
Posted in Cowaramup, Margaret River, Tokyo
Tagged Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens, Tokyo gardens
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Tokyo Quilt Festival – Day 2
Well, we really have seen some very special quilts today. Again the dome was crowded with eager shoppers and onlookers. Here are some of the amazing quilts we saw today. It has been interesting to be inspired, even enthralled, by … Continue reading
Posted in Cowaramup, Margaret River, Tokyo
Tagged Amazing quilts, Japanese quilters, Tokyo Quilt Festival, Yoko Saito
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Tokyo Quilt Festival – Day 1
With great excitement Maureen & I headed down to the Dome today to start our enjoyment of visiting the festival. And what a spectacle it is. We have decided to view all the quilt exhibits before we start on the … Continue reading
More Tokyo Sights
We have had another wonderful day exploring Tokyo. It was much colder today as the wind is still blowing making it feel very much colder than the 8-9 deg it was. First stop was Senso-ji Temple, the oldest temple in … Continue reading
Posted in Cowaramup, Margaret River, Tokyo
Tagged Amuze Museum, Boro Exhibition, Nakamise Street, Senso-Ji Temple, Tokyo Dome, Tokyo Quilt Festival
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Tokyo Sightseeing
Our first day has been such a lovely experience. The people are very helpful and polite, the subway easy to navigate, the sights a contrast of old and new, and the food excellent. We took the subway to pick up … Continue reading
We have arrived in Tokyo
Maureen and I have safely arrived in Tokyo to attend the Tokyo Quilt Festival and I can assure you we are very excited to be here. This photo was taken at the Perth Airport at about 1am Tuesday morning as … Continue reading
Posted in Cowaramup, Margaret River, Tokyo
Tagged Brisk Walk, Bunko Prefecture, Tokyo City Dome, Toyko Quilt Festival
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We’re in Heaven!
We are spending a couple of nights up at Casa Debbio, Deb & Jim’s mountain holiday house in Italy and let me tell you we are in heaven. Since we were here last the garden has progressed beautifully….and the views … Continue reading
Posted in Italy, Margaret River
Tagged Casa Debbio, Italian mountain holiday house, Vergemoli
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We are back in Italy
What a joy it is to be back in Italy after 5 years to visit Deb and our other friends. Ponte a Serraglio is still as lovely as ever. It has been so nice to spend time with Deb and … Continue reading
Posted in Margaret River, UK
Tagged Bagni di Lucca, Italian Pasta, Medieval Festival, Pietrasanta, Ponte a Serraglio
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London
What a busy time we have had in London. Our hotel overlooked Kensington Gardens. We toured the city on the Hop On Hop Off bus. The views from the London Eye were pretty good…don’t you think! We visited both the … Continue reading
Posted in Margaret River, UK
Tagged Kensington Gardens, London, London Eye, National Gallery, Victoria & Albert Museum
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Oxford
Cited as one of the best university, Oxford caters for approximately 24,000 enrolled scholars per year. Its 38 colleges are spead throughout the city and many are fabulous buildings. Bars, restaurants and shops cater for the wide range of academics … Continue reading
Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace has been the residence of the Dukes of Marlborough since the palace was completed in 1722 and is the only non-royal country house in England to hold the title of palace. The land was gifted to John Churchill, … Continue reading
Classic Cotswolds
Bibury, a typically beautiful Cotswold village was once described by William Morris (1834-96) as “the most beautiful village in England”. The cottages of Arlington Row are said to be the most photographed and beautiful cottages in the country. Referred to … Continue reading
Posted in Margaret River, UK
Tagged Bibury, Bourton-on-the-Water, Burford, Naunton, The Cotswolds, Upper Slaughter, Venice of the Cotswolds
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Mevagissey & Fowey
The small fishing village of Mevagissey is spectacular. The twin harbour provides sheltered safe waters where the colourful fishing boats rise and fall as the tide ebbs and flows. Sole, lobster, skate and plaice are the main catches. Seafood restaurants … Continue reading
