Monday, March 29, 2010

Holiday within a Holiday #2

Lady Musgrave Island- The southernmost point in the Great Barrier Reef- It was spectacular. The weather was fabulous and we were able to snorkel, scuba dive and swim with the fishes. The only hairy part was getting there, the seas were angry that day, folks. The waves were brutal and we were glad we took our motion sickness pills, well at least Duey and I did. We didn't think to give some to the kids and they, along with half the people on the boat, had a very bad time for the 1 1/2 hour trip out to the reef. Lots of barf bags being used that day. But once there, the lagoon was calm and it was wonderful. Lady Musgrave Island is tiny- just 400m by 700m and made entirely out of coral from the reef. Check it out:
























































Can you believe how blue the water is? I swear we are not in a swimming pool. It was a spur of the moment trip and one we are glad we took.

4 comments:

Michelle said...

Oh, what fun that looks like! I'm so jealous of your vacation. I need to get away for a few days! Funny how "swim with the fishes" means different things in Australia and New York. We miss you so much and can't wait to see you in only 5 weeks! Have safe and fun travels until then! Call me soon!

Martha said...

Loved the beautiful pictures...How blue is that water!!!! Thanks for sharing and hope your trip to New Zeland is GREAT!! Looking forward to seeing you in May!! Love, Mom

65 65 65 said...

Looks like you are having a great time. Looking forward to catching up at the end of April before you disappear forever.

Tribe of Adeline said...

Wonderful pictures! Have fun and be safe! We are looking forward to your homecoming to the Land of 10,000 Lakes!
Love you, Auntie Bonnie