Day 55

Aussie day 7

Final day:

Woke up at 5 am in the morning. Super groggy and grumpy. Not enough sleep and it was super cold. It was -4°, considering wind chill. Only wore boat shoes, skinnys, a t shirt and a hoodie. Not to mention lugging around my luggage.

Took the train all the way to the airport, at least the train had wifi. Checked in, took our boarding passes and had breakfast. I decided to go all out, being my last meal in brisbane, and I had to finish all that loose change and coins in my wallet. A$21 breakfast yo. Definitely not excessive hahaha.

Departure procedure was pretty slow, and I was randomly selected to go through the X ray scanner thing. Interesting.

In the plane, didn't read, nor did I sleep much. Save for the last 30 minutes or so when I KOed. I didn't even know we had landed haha. Watched brave, lego movie, 3 days to kill, and two top gear episodes.

Jesus. The weather was so hot. Hadn't perspired in a week. I need air con!

Well the trip wasn't what I wanted in the first place, but I'm glad I took it either way. I really needed a break from everything. 7 days was just nice, to miss home and my friends, and long enough to enjoy as well.

It's back to work tomorrow, looking forward. Gymming, free food, etc. I miss my enciks and fellow service support staff hahah.

This I guess would be the highlight of my 100 days challenge so far, and probably throughout. I'm so much happier and less troubled because of this!

Thank you brisbane. Thanks for such a wonderful time.

Day 54

Aussie day 6

Clean up day. Did chores around the apartment, mopped, vacuum, etc. Packed my luggage as well. Couldn't fit everything into the luggage. Had to transfer some clothes to my backpack for hand carry.

Tired from all that housework. If only I did 20% of what I did today back home. Everything would be much neater hahah.

Early morning tomorrow. Leaving at 5.40am, need to reach the airport at 7am.

Good night aliens!

Day 53

Aussie day 5

Travelled to gold coast for shopping, retail therapy ftw! Spent a bit too much I think, though they were really good deals!

Decided to make pasta instead of eating out. The food prices here are insane. Total damage: A$11, McDonald's: A$15 (for one person). Jesus.

Always loved creamy chicken pasta,  so I started searching online for recipes. Went to coles for some grocery shopping then went back home and started prep. Was a little disorientated at first, not sure which step was next and stuff, but I can proudly say I can make it now with no recipe!

Day 52

Aussie day 4

Went to the city to shop around, bought some souvenirs and gifts. Had korean food in the afternoon, then a burger at night. MOAR BURGERS.

It's pretty lame that the shops closes around 5pm. Anything else that's open is just related to food, unless it's a night market. I guess that's just how things are over here.

Waking up early to go to gold coast tomorrow, so gonna rest soon.

Day 51

Aussie day 3

Slept in, woke up around 3pm today. Had some eggs and toast for breakfast (if you still call it that at that time), then left for north brisbane.

Long travel, got lost somewhere in the journey, but friendly customer service staff and transport operators pointed us in the right direction again. They're so friendly!

Long walk towards the place, but it was worth it. $2 entrance fee. Food everywhere. From all around the world. I had two sets of burgers and fries. One all western, the other korean - American fused. Lovely meals! Had Hungarian garlic bread, ginger beer, beef burger, bulgogi beef burger. Lots to eat. Gonna be fat in no time.

Day 50

Australia day 2.

Woke up earlier to go to gold coast. Went to dreamworld! Not enough time to ride everything I wanted, but doesn't matter, managed to ride the tower of terror! Not so much terror though. The legend is greater than what it actually is. Went on some other rides as well.

Went over to gold coast beach market to walk around afterwards. Bought a leather hat for dad! Hope he likes it. Still shopping around for gifts though.

Tried from walking and travelling. Gonna sleep now.

Day 49

Aussie day 1

Arrived at brisbane airport and cleared customs by 10.50am. Boarded the train and headed for the city. Met up with cousin and went to her apartment and took a nap.

Went for lunch at her university, had smoked salmon pizza. Best combo ever. Her uni was very nice! I wished I studied there :(

Walked around the city, till dinner time, then had some awesome ramen. Food there is super expensive. But that ramen made every dollar worth it. Free refills too!

On the way back, saw people playing super sized board games, interesting, what's more, it's free to play! Very wonderful idea! Too bad I was too tired for it though.

Haven't rested properly yet, going to shower and sleep.

I'll let the pictures do the talking!