Easter Greetings from the Koalas and Kangaroos

So, we didn’t have to do without our Easter basket even though we were away from home on Sunday. This picture was taken of goodies sent to our suite by the Captain, along with a bottle of champagne. We were at sea for the day.

On Monday morning, we arrived in Brisbane, Australia. Brisbane is Australia’s third largest city and the capital of Queensland. The center of Brisbane occupies a peninsula bounded on the sea on one side and the Brisbane River on the other. The river meanders through the city, and gardens, parklands and flowering trees border its avenues.

It was a very rainy and extremely humid day. Although John ventured out with some friends to explore the koala sanctuary, Joanna decided to enjoy the sanctuary of the ship’s spa instead. John is pictured here holding his newfound (and very wet) friend, Axel. He learned that koalas are a protected species in Australia, as they are often killed by traffic due to the expanding population and building. He also got to meet some kangaroos and other wildlife. So who do you think had the better day?