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As the days progress, it is becoming more and more noticeable how much the Melbournians LOVE to eat! How can I tell? Every time I walk around the city, I am tempted to sample an exotic flavor of bubble tea, munch on a piece of fresh bakery, or grab a bite of fresh fruit at the market! It’s no wonder I have been subconsciously motivated to hit the Marriott gym every other day!During my walks, I have ventured to one of Melbourne’s hot spots: gardens. That’s right, there are quite a few luscious gardens spread throughout the city. Okay, so I have only been to one - the Carlton Garden. It was truly a sight to see! When I stepped onto the grass, it was like I was no longer in the city, but transported into some fairy tale land. Tall trees bend over the dewy green grass, and the sounds of the city seemed to be miles (or here – kilometers) away. Children kick soccer balls along the lawn, while couples sit on picnic blankets along the pond. Well, you can tell how awesome they are by the pictures!
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Above is a picture of the Royal Exhibition Building, which sits at the south side of the Carlton Gardens. It was completed in 1880 for Melbourne's first International Exhibition, which attracted 1 million plus people over the first 8 months it was open! It is the world's oldest and largest exhibition pavilion.
Apparently, the gardens are also home to possums! I was not able to spot them hanging in the trees during the day time, however, I’ve heard they are a very common sight at night. In fact, they have become so acquainted to people that they will eagerly run up them! Maybe one night, when I am in the mood to be bum rushed by a gang of possums I will venture into a park.
Week 4 Observations:
Almost everything is outsourced here, yet the price tag of things are much higher than in the US
Orange tic tacs are white, not orange
Sports are huge here – every thing from footy to cricket to hockey are on at least 2 TV channels or more 24/7
Bars are more like dance bars (at least the ones that I have been to, which are not very many)
3 comments:
Ok, I don't know how you feel about the possum, but let me tell you that I don't trust them. They have those beedy eyes....freaky!! I'd watch your back if I were you.
Austalian is incredibly expensive. When I first went there, $1AUD was about $0.52 USD. Now is is more like $0.82. So in effect, everything is like 60-75% more expensive. I'm not going back to Oz or any other developed country until the USD straightens out and becomes valuable.
I'm not rich!
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