Rio and more....
I'm rereading your S.A. blogs today and am shocked to see no comment from me. What the heck. Laughed and held my breath through the money story as I was hoping it would turn out well. Loved Ted's comment below!! Time to rest and reset.

From Blog: Rolling into Rio

11th February 2019

Jeffrey Cox
non-member comment

What animal is represented
Interesting to see a possible Scarf around the animals neck , was it not always hot those days ? I wonder if you felt a little like Indiana Jones while in the tombs? Thank you for yet another interesting & educational trip that you have shared!

From Blog: My Vacation in Ruins

5th February 2019

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

A great break
Fabulous little coffee shop.

From Blog: No Cute Title Today, Just An Incredible Day in Patagonia!

5th February 2019

bvchef
Brendan Vermillion

Different from the normal Starbucks for sure
Out of nowhere, we came upon this little dome. Was fun and quirky.

From Blog: No Cute Title Today, Just An Incredible Day in Patagonia!

4th February 2019

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Enjoyed re-reading this one!
You had me at Dulce de Leche and Chocolate orange... We love to ride funiculars. You are doing some nice wandering. Scallops are one of my favorites and it sounds like those were cooked perfectly.

From Blog: Speeding Things Back Up In Santiago

5th February 2019

bvchef
Brendan Vermillion

A foodie day for sure
This was such a fun day. I hope you have a chance to enjoy some of these.

From Blog: Speeding Things Back Up In Santiago

10th June 2018

Jo Trouble
Jo McCarthy

Here's to many more!
I knew it would be a fun special trip - but wow! Whenever, wherever - can't wait to catch up with you again and for more TB family adventures.

From Blog: Well Now, That Was Quite An Ordeal: Sydney Challenge Day 3

10th June 2018

bvchef
Brendan Vermillion

Ditto!!!!!
Jo, I can't think of anything to say other than Ditto!! I feel the same. Can't wait to see where we run into each other next.

From Blog: Well Now, That Was Quite An Ordeal: Sydney Challenge Day 3

10th June 2018

Jo Trouble
Jo McCarthy

More magic memories
Yes I would have loved to have been down on the beach, but was pleased to see you guys having so much fun. Barefoot is the only way to walk on a beach! What a magical sunset on the other side, and the company just made it even more special. I just wish I hadn't been laughing so much at your Day Two Chair Folding Challenge, otherwise there would have been photos - I was trying to get my camera out but couldn't manage that and still stay upright on the crutches :-D

From Blog: Sydney Challenge Day 2: The Pacific Ocean

10th June 2018

bvchef
Brendan Vermillion

Argh, that stupid chair
That sunset on the beach was a very special evening. It was worth the chair aerobics in the end. Although I am glad you weren't able to get the camera out. No one should have to see that slapstick routine.

From Blog: Sydney Challenge Day 2: The Pacific Ocean

1st June 2018

Jo Trouble
Jo McCarthy

I wish we could bottle these TB meetups
Now you know why my flights were booked within minutes. I'm glad you arrived after I was out of hospital, as I would seriously have considered self discharging to be there!! Always a safe bet leaving yourself in the hands of the Dancing One :-)

From Blog: Our Own Reality Show Day 1: Sydney and TravelBlog Brunch

3rd June 2018

bvchef
Brendan Vermillion

So True
I couldn't agree more about bottling the TB meetups. What a eclectic group of people with the same traveling passion. Each has a story to tell. Having you with us was such a sweet addition to the trip. I would have supported you in breaking out of the hospital.

From Blog: Our Own Reality Show Day 1: Sydney and TravelBlog Brunch

1st June 2018

Jo Trouble
Jo McCarthy

Sometimes you just do what you gotta do.....
Tourist v traveller, like everyone has said - sometimes you just do what you gotta do to get somewhere. I'm glad in a way that I'm playing catchup on these blog entries of yours having now met you in person. Love the sense of humour, and now they are almost like audible books because I hear the voice and personality behind the words :-)

From Blog: Sunrise (Tour) Sunset (Tour) Crap, I'm a Tourist

3rd June 2018

bvchef
Brendan Vermillion

The Best Compliment
Thank you Jo. To hear that you can hear my voice is the best compliment because I try to write these as if I were telling a story. I hope you enjoy the rest of the stories.

From Blog: Sunrise (Tour) Sunset (Tour) Crap, I'm a Tourist

17th May 2018

Jo Trouble
Jo McCarthy

This still makes me laugh.....
" It was time for a star talk. I was super excited to hear what the Kardashians and Beyonce were up to, but as it turns out it was a talk about actual stars in the night sky. Yeah, I guess that makes sense in retrospect. " :-D :-D

From Blog: Outback Brenno and the Sounds of Silence

17th May 2018

Jo Trouble
Jo McCarthy

Bridge Brendan
I can just imagine you waving to the crowds in your space suit :-D And that photo with the sunset in the background, way better than any greenscreen background! Definitely worth the hit-n-run stopover.

From Blog: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb

17th May 2018

bvchef
Brendan Vermillion

I still enjoy it too
I'm glad you still enjoy that quote. It is one of my favorites and sums up my true dorkiness. Thanks for the comments.

From Blog: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb

17th May 2018

bvchef
Brendan Vermillion

Thanks Jo
I agree about the sunset pic. This was definitely worth the hit and run. I'm glad I had a chance to do it.

From Blog: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb

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Well, through good timing and lots of luck, I am about to hit the skies again. It has been far too long since my last journey. As much as I love going to visit my family each year, the act of heading to the airport and climbing on a plane to the homeland lacks the edge, excitement and the element of the unknown that a trip abroad brings. This is another true Brendan trip that will wind from Perth on the Western Coast, where I get to meet a Travelblog friend, all the way across the continent to Sydney via the Indian Pacific Railway. From there it is a short hop up to the Outback and Uluru, and... full info