Reef

Islands, Rainforest and Reef part II

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July 23rd 2013
Wow. Just wow. I don't know how to even begin trying to write about The Great Barrier Reef other than by saying it was one of the single best experiences of my life. Me and the Contiki's on tour boarded "Reef Magic" - a boat dedicated to reef trips. I was incredibly excited. Whilst I was planning my trip to Australia, the Great Barrier Reef was one of the places I thought about most. It ... read more

Oceania » Australia » Queensland » Great Barrier Reef

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Aboriginal settlers arrived on the continent from Southeast Asia about 40,000 years before the first Europeans began exploration in the 17th century. No formal territorial claims were made until 1770, when Capt. James COOK took possession in the name... ... read more