London 17 to 22 April, 2007

Arrived in London on 17 April. Sean's Birthday the following day. We spent the 18th on the Hop on/off bus tour, cruising around London on a double decker bus, in the sunshine. First stop was Buckingham Palace where we got to see the changing of the guard. Also saw Jules from getaway, Sean tried to get next to him while he was filming, so when you see adds for the London episode, keep an eye out for Sean.
Sean, downtown London. Telephone booth, double decker bus and Big Ben in the background.

Big Ben and the London Eye. See the blue sky, the weather has been amazing since we arrived.

In front of the London Eye, we haven't been on it yet, as Sean has to build up his confidence!

The Tower of London, with the 'Gherkin' in the background.

The Tower Bridge, one of our favourites.

Saint Paul's Cathedral, another of our faves.

Ryan and Sean drinking pints and watching the football at the Coach and Horses in Clapham.

More beers...with Simon, Sarah and Kristy at the Porterhouse, Covent Garden.

We made it into town to see the London Marathon. Sean has decided he is going to run next year...we will see!

Phuket/Bangkok - Thailand, 9 to 17 April, 2007

We did a day trip out to Phi Phi Islands (where The Beach was partially filmed) on our second day in Phuket. There were soooo many boats in the harbour.

One of the stops on the Phi Phi day trip was 'Monkey Beach'. Full of very naughty little monkeys, that would snatch anything they could get their hands on. Pringles, Pepsi, Cameras...

Maya Bay, at Phi Phi Island. Very beautiful, not so relaxing, as hundreds of other tourists to share the beach with.

The sunsets at Patong Beach, Phuket were beautiful. It was about 35 degrees and 90% humidity everyday we were there.

We also did an Elephant Trek. It was only an hour but we still had a great time.

Elephant ride continued...

Yet another amazing sunset at Patong Beach.

Thai New Year fell while we were visiting. Songkaran Water Festival was on, so we got drenched, along with every other person in town. A huge party! Sean, Mary and Jase with their water guns.

Bang La Road, Patong Beach. By day stalls and bars, by night bars and ping pong.

Needed to take a little time out from all the water and talc on our cheeks to hang out in the pool with a few beers. I tell you, it was pretty tough for us all in Thailand!

Yet another Phuket sunset!

The Baiyoke Sky, our hotel in Bangkok. 83 Floors. We stayed on the 29th. Sean was not too sure about the rotating roof top observation deck, but the view was amazing!

Once in Bangkok we organised a Taxi driver to take us to the Floating Markets, which were about 100kms south of Bangkok. They are definately a must see. Could have spent the whole day there taking photos of all the boats and stalls.

Floating Markets continued...

Sean with Wat Pho, The Reclining Buddha.

Wat Pho continued...

At the Grand Palace, Bangkok. Shannon hadn't shaved her legs so they made her wear this skirt! jk :)

The Grand palace, continued...the detail cannot be clearly seen in these pix, but everthing there is decorated with mosaic.

Sean at the Grand Palace.

2 Days Till Take Off!

Managed to catch up with a few friends and family in SA before we left. Have had a very relaxing time over here. Oh, and I had my hair cut for the trip, and can no longer tie it up.

Only 2 days to go, Thailand here we come!

Belinda & Nat

Rhiannon

Jessica Eve fresh from Japan.

Ryan and Aaliah, very cute, but trouble!

David, Lisa & kids

The Family

Moving Out / Road Trip

And so, after hours of packing and cleaning we are finally ready to begin our Trip. (with an orange juice stain and a few chipped tiles along the way)

The Europcar & Driver. Newington, N.S.W

Sunset, Hay N.S.W.

Wow, the World's Largest Orange!! Berri S.A.

Crossing the River Murray by Ferry @ Morgan S.A.

And now the task of unpacking @ Mum and Dads.

Sydney @ Night

Decided to take a few pix of Old Sydney Town at night before we left...

Last Drinks (for a while)

Friday (23 March) was our final day of work. We had farewell drinks at The Australian Hotel at The Rocks.

A good night was had by all. Thanks to those that were able to make it.

Sean's head was a little sore the next day, he did manage to make it from the floor to the couch.

Sean's Uni Mates

Shannon's Work Friends

Skye & Ian

MMM Beer...

BJ LJ Stumpy & Bel

Grant & Jane

Christine, Devin & Marty

Tania & Cam