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Girraween- 1 – 3 Aug 2026

Posted on August 6, 2026 by mjsjbaltais

On our return journey home we drop into Girraween National Park for 2 nights. Girraween National Park is a Granite landscape wonderland located in Queensland’s Granite Belt near the New South Wales border, is one of Australia’s most striking natural … Continue reading →

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Northern NSW – 28 Jul – 2 Aug

Posted on August 1, 2026 by mjsjbaltais

Another short adventure, this time to the Granite tors of the Northern NSW, nestled in a valley at about 1000m elevation. We travelled along Mt Lindsay Highway stopping at the EM Tilley Park to enjoy the chorus of birds along … Continue reading →

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Thane Creek, QLD

Posted on July 21, 2026 by mjsjbaltais

Another short trip, this time to Hart Hill Campground west of Warwick. A great spot, plenty of room, clean amenities and great hosts. We saw plenty of wildlife, including koalas, squirrel gliders, wallabies, frogs, many bird species and there is … Continue reading →

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Brisbane Valley 15 – 16 Jul 26

Posted on July 16, 2026 by mjsjbaltais

After a few months at home we are doing a few short trips to get the vehicle and camping setup back into order. We have spent a few days in the beautiful upper Brisbane Valley travelling the back roads and … Continue reading →

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Our Indian adventure – 23 day

Posted on March 16, 2026 by sjb5912

Just when we thought there was nothing more India could do to surprise us, we experience an extraordinary day. Starting with a walk through the old city of Amritsar. There are buildings that are hundreds of years old. We visit … Continue reading →

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Our Indian adventure – day 23

Posted on March 14, 2026 by sjb5912

We enjoy another wonderful breakfast with a breathtaking view at the Cecil Oberoi. Then a drive up to the “Monkey God Temple“, in Shimla is officially known as the Jakhoo Temple (or Jakhu Temple). Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, it is … Continue reading →

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Our Indian adventure – day 22

Posted on March 13, 2026 by sjb5912

We enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the Oberoi Cecil, an outstanding hotel with equally outstanding views. We board the Kalka-Shimla Toy Train at Shimla for a rail ride through the hills. The Toy Train is more than just a commute; … Continue reading →

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Our Indian adventure – day 21

Posted on March 12, 2026 by sjb5912

Today we leave our travelling companions and with a guide we negotiate the chaotic comings and goings of people through Delhi train station. Even though there are many platforms and thousands of people moving through the station the general population … Continue reading →

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Our Indian adventure – day 20

Posted on March 11, 2026 by sjb5912

Today we tour old and New Delhi, both are a hub of activity, one modern green and new the other old, historic, wafting smells of spices and humanity and green, both can overwhelm the senses – sensory overload is a … Continue reading →

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Our Indian adventure – day 19

Posted on March 10, 2026 by sjb5912

We have made our way back to Delhi, stopping at the Qutub Minar.   Standing at 72.5 meters (238 feet), it is the world’s tallest brick minaret and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It’s located in the Mehrauli area of South … Continue reading →

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