Back from sailing and on to 4WD

Hey everyone,

I am now in Hervey Bay getting ready to go on a 4WD trek around Fraser Island. But I wish I could do it in a few days. I just took the overnight bus from Airlie Beach which was rough in itself. But add onto that a head cold and I am completely done. On the third day of the Whitsunday sailing trip, I woke up without a voice, a throbbing headache, stuffed sinuses and could barely swallow. And I couldn't be bothered to do anything. So I didn't: I stayed on the boat and tried to sweat out the cold. And I did feel better once I was on mainland, had a shower and laid by the pool.

But that is minor news when I can talk about the Whitsunday Islands. Our full day out sailing was spectacular. Beautiful weather, great group of people and the best beaches I have ever seen! White sand stretching alongside the bluest of water... breathtaking! I could have laid on the beach forever. It was stunning and I am still having trouble putting it into words: pristine, calm, stunning... ahhhh! I am not much of a beach person but it was remarkable. And probably one of the most beautiful places I have ever been.

So I am back to the real world and heading out again. Rapid fire... the way I always travel. This trip should be good: unpopulated island with lots to see. Of course I will not be driving because I can't drive standard... curse my first driving instructor and her helmet! It gave me a complex.

Anyways, not much has happened other that the sailing. I'll keep you posted once I return from Fraser Island.

Love, Lisa