It is there, it has arrived; my final day in the Netherlands before flying to Australia. The past week has been a week full of goodbye's to my family, friends, housemates, colleagues, and everyone else I will have to miss for the coming 7 months. Spoiled with gifts, cards and financial contributions I will set off to Singapore and Perth tomorrow morning to explore the other side of the world. It is less than 24 hours before I will board the plane, but totally opposite to my expectations I still have my nerves under control. Thanks a lot for a good preparation! My backpack is packed, tickets are printed, scholarships have been applied for, and things to do have been researched; I am totally ready to go!
'Lucky' as I am, the weather here is not too different from that in Perth at the moment, despite it being summer here and winter there. No big climate adjustments are needed, the weather forecast with quite a lot of rain actually looks a lot like the ones we often see here in Holland... But the rain will not stop me from doing the cool things that are on my list for the coming days:
- Fremantle: otherwise known as Freo, is a port city near Perth known for its relaxed atmosphere, Sunday market, and delicious seafood
- Kings park and botanic gardens: with a panoramic view on the city this beautiful park is loved both by tourists and locals to wander around
'Lucky' as I am, the weather here is not too different from that in Perth at the moment, despite it being summer here and winter there. No big climate adjustments are needed, the weather forecast with quite a lot of rain actually looks a lot like the ones we often see here in Holland... But the rain will not stop me from doing the cool things that are on my list for the coming days:
- Rottnest Island: home to quokka's (bucket list item, yes) after which the island was also named, as the Dutch explorers mistakenly thought they were rats and called the island 'Rattennest'
- Heirrison Island: this island is really close to Perth and my hostel and known for the kangaroos that live there
Of course, I will be seeing way more than just these few highlights, but this way you will have a slight idea of what I will be up to the coming week. Updates will follow soon!
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