On the boat again, I can't wait to get on the boat again...

Back from my three-day Whitsunday cruise, I'm a bit sad to be on dry land again. Although, dry land is not quite correct, as we're seeing the effects of cyclone Charlotte here in Airlie Beach, and it's everything but dry. But never mind, the cruise was fantastic! The islands and beaches are absolutely stunning (Whitehaven is perfection), we did some snorkelling (although I must say the Maldives have probably spoiled me for life - I wasn't that impressed here, plus always in a mild panic about the jellyfish), the food on board was first class, and I've met great people on board! Apart from many colourful fish, we also saw big turtles in the sea and on the last night dolphins jumping in the light of the full moon (almost too kitsch to be believable).

But now I'm back, it's pouring and storming and I have done some serious revision of my travel plans. I think I've had enough of the tropic wet season now. I'm still going to Cairns tomorrow (if it's possible on the roads, which are flooded right now), but cutting my time there short to go into the center and see Uluru after all... So watch this space.