Further to my earlier post on how Aussie angmohs suck at taking photos cos they always miss the main point in the background, followng is another photo took during the trip.

pix via Alice

Reasons why Asians are the BEST phototakers
1/ Everyone’s face is captured
2/ Main background is captured clearly
3. This is self-taken (by James)

‘Nuff said.

We made the mistake of asking Aussie angmohs to help snap photos of us during our trip. Here’s proof why they are so bad and that we should stick to seeking help from Asians — who can self-take and still capture perfectly themselves WITH the relevant background.

Where is Flinder’s Street station?! Maybe she’s trying to capture the tower.

Barely seeing the 12 Apostles.

Now totally cannot see.

You know, we didn’t just pick any uncle or auntie off the street, we actually spotted those using pro-looking cameras thinking they have the skills, but alas! James say they just have the money to buy expensive cameras. Period. *facepalm*

Finally one decent one, but ofcos there is no background. The angmohs are pretty focus on the people in the photo as you can see.

It’s amazing how even tho I’ve spent 2 years in Melbourne, I did not manage to visit all the noted attractions. Can’t help it when I’m such a studious and poor student you know - but I reckon the real reason is that I’ve slept all my time away.

The only attraction that I’ve repeatedly visit is Great Ocean Road - a total of 4 times and this trip will make it the 5th. At the mention of GOR, Small Boobs gave me a “HAR” and “AGAIN?!!” look - but it’s the most scenic drive and the coastal formations change every year OKAY!

This time round I’ve decided to stop being so boring and go venture new places. GOR is still a must go, but hopefully we can manage to squeeze in time for Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula. Both were so near to where I used to stay and both great places for road trips.

I can almost smell the fresh air, see the clear blue sky and taste Strawberry Big M now. Hohoho!!

Despite being a first-timer to Brisbane/Gold Coast, I still think there are only 2 important things to be booked in advance — air ticket and accommodation. The rest can be settled and booked when we are there. Why kill the spontaneity, right?

But!

When I was trying to book the accommodation for Gold Coast 1.5 months (which is early no?) prior to my departure, I was caught off-guard by the multiple rejection emails I would receive from the hotels. THEY ARE FULLY BOOKED!!

This is bizarre I thought.

Until I was enlightened that an IndyCar Race Event is happening the same weekend.

Under such circumstances, we decided it would be wise tho kiasu to buy the theme park tickets and also book the rental car, in advance. Just incase.

So this is what I’ve booked for Brisbane/Gold Coast:-
Flying with Qantas: S$1,341 per pax
Bunking in Brisbane (10-bedder hostel) for 1 night: US$26 per bed (approx S$36.40)
Living it up in Gold Coast for 3 nights: S$297 per pax
Driving around for 3 days: AUD$138.37 (approx S$168)
Screaming our lungs out at Dreamworld: AUD$66 per pax (approx S$77)

Is this one of my most advance planned trip or what? Whatever happened to my “grab-a-map-at-ariport-and-GO!!!”?!

I’m definitely going to grab something (if there are any shops open at midnight) first thing I’m there.. it’s BIG M STRAWBERRY FLAVOUR PREEEESE!!

I’ve done squats for Melbourne cos I know everything’s going to be no problemo there!