3 years ago, Theresa & I toured Queensland after my Skin Cancer Workshop.
This month, we brought along our 2 sons to see a bit more of this vast southern landmass called Australia. It was supposed to be Springtime in the southern hemisphere but the locals told us that you may get 4 seasons & more in a day !Thus we chased clouds & golden sunsets, enjoyed sunshiny days, and endured drenching rain while hiking. Calvin even got his wish to touch snow on Cradle Mountain, Tasmania. After a wet & cold winter, we understood why Australians simply love going outdoors to enjoy the sun.
Too much sun exposure however gives you sunburn, especially with pale skin. Which is why, from what dermatologists have observed, there's so much skin cancer in the land down under.
This trip was primarily meant for Calvin, our older son to compare 3 different schools of architecture in Melbourne, Adelaide & Tasmania. Ultimately, he felt most enthusiastic about RMIT in Melbourne which has a world-renown academic programme, right in the heart of the city.Daryl, who is 2 years younger, came along to enjoy the outdoor scenery & to immerse in the vibrant spirit & warm Australian culture found in the city. And what a great experience we had; 4 days in Launceston & Cradle Mountain, Tasmania, followed by 2 days each in Melbourne & Adelaide, with 3 days spent on the Great Ocean Road between these two wonderfully planned cities.
