For the Aussies out there who have fond memories of their visits to Magnetic Island and for those who live in much cooler climes who'd like a stab of warmth and those who one day might visit, it brings me great pleasure to bombard you with images from the warm tropical north of Australia! The sea is rather balmy, the sand warm with cooling breezes from the ocean to lift the spirits and it's a photographer's paradise.
After 25+ years a lot has changed but the important things have not.
Departing the harbour on board the vehicle ferry, or one can cross to the island on the passenger only ferry.
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| Leaving the harbour and breakwater looking toward Magnetic Island |
Looking back to the mainland - half way across (4 kms)
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This is what one hires these days with which to explore the island
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My favourite time of day - before sunrise
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Stay tuned....... 4-5 days still to go!
HAPPY BLOGGING
Oh my gosh! I want to be there with you. Think of me some morning when you're strolling that incredible landscape, Rose. I'm droooling over your photos!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful place to unwind!
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos.
FlowerLady
Way toooo hot for me - but thank you so much for sharing that undeniable beauty. Enjoy those walks. Revel in the beauty. And have fun.
ReplyDeleteOh lovely. It reminds me of our day trip to Brampton Island from Mackay many, many moons ago. Have a wonderful time.
ReplyDeleteDiana
'Paradise awaits those who dare to venture'. have I just made that up or did someone say it ?
ReplyDeleteLooks absolutely wonderful Rose. Great to see you enjoying life, but watch out for those sharks.
Whoever did, it sounds good to me!
DeleteFunny you mention sharks, this bay has always been notorious for sharks. and you wouldn't catch me splashing about out there for quids! Remind me, I have shark/dog story from childhood :) oh, the dog lived!
lovely shots of a lovely place. Early morning is a nice time to be walking and photographing. I'm usually sleeping. Hope you have a great time there.
ReplyDeleteThe colors! I love the last hour or so before dawn, too. Full of secrets and exciting promises!
ReplyDeleteWow---that is just incredible.... I love ALL of your photos and it makes me want to visit you THERE NOW.... ha..... We have been on vacation this week too---looking at the Autumn Leaf Colors in North Carolina. That too is beautiful...
ReplyDeleteWe will head to the beach in December for a few days and then again in May... SO---we will 'try' to get our love of the beach trips in this year!!!!!
Keep enjoying yours...
Hugs,
Betsy
Your pix, as usual are amazing! I keep saying the ocean is calling my name, but alas! No one appears to be listening. We just returned from the heartland of the U.S., Ohio. The leaves were at the height of turning color and I was able to see some Amish in their horse drawn buggy's. But it was getting cold, so I was anxious to return to my warn Arizona.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you have the whole place to yourself! I do not think I saw hardly anyone in the photos. I hope you have a great time!
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