Just in case you were wondering, day 2 did occur but it was a lovely low key day at the apartment complex. Checked out the swimming pools – indoor and outdoor; playgrounds, walked around; ate; rested and chatted with my cousin James and his family Karen and Marshall.  We also spent a good amount of time just looking over the 11th floor balcony to people watch. The kids had...

6 am start on our last day in Australia. Arrived at Brisbane domestic by 7.15 am and sitting on a plane at 9.15 am. Checked in and no worries.  Arrived into Sydney with plenty of time to catch the shuttle to the international airport.  Sat and enjoyed a hot chocolate whilst the boys played in the McDonald’s playground and checked out the free Wifi on their iPods.

Flight out...