Feb 23, I arrived in Melbourne after 22 hours of flying....suprise, suprise. But my luggage decided to camp in LAX for a bit longer. Checked in at my hostel in MEL and went to tour the city a bit. Very Hot. I met some other backpackers, can't remember their names, but we all went to a club. After a couple of drinks and a wet t-shirt contest (ugly girls), I called it a night and walked home with a Kiwi mate. Mel. is a beautiful city, very clean and sa...

After some much needed rest and breakfast, I met some fellas to explore the Yarra Valley wineries. A French grad student and a Malaysian dentist residing in Sydney. Both chaps were a bit older than the traditional backpacker crowd, which was perfect for me. After last night, I was looking for smth chilled. We rented a car and went wine tasting! Something new for me, but those guys were wine connisseurs. Australia has great vineyards and the countryside is ve...

I will be in Melbourne from 2.23 till 02.03 Week 1 -

G'Day mates, Well, this is now the last couple of days in Melbourne for me. It's been quite a busy week thus far and today looks even busier. I've said my goodbyes to my German & Aussie friends, they are off to new places now. I actually met an American in my dorm...not too many of us here. Everytime I tell someone where I'm from, the discussion goes to politics. Quite annoying sometimes. So, my American mate and I are heading off to Phillips Island, hom...

Feb 25, Allright, what to say. Saturday was a bit chilled for me. After saying goodbye to my new friends last night, I also checked out of my current hostel. I found a nicer one in the city with fans. He he. This new hostel was recommended by an American friend, whom I met online backpacker site. A US military dude, very friendly. But we only hung out for a bit, he was flying out the next day. I also met some great friends, an Aussie from Brisbane and a...