byron bay

We spent almost a week in Byron, which was longer than I planned, but that small town just has something magical, something that made me instantly fall in love with. It truly has character.

 

We did a long walk along to the lighthouse. On the way back to the main beach we saw two yogis nailing their headstand poses which reminded me of my passion for yoga. Whilst travelling you unfortunately don't have that much time to practise, but since I am heading back home soon I'm definitely going to inculde that in my daily routine :)

the pass

wategos beach

I am not a friend of water and high waves, but of course I gave surfing a go as well. It was definitely an experience and heaps fun.

everyone else is following the instructions of our surfteacher, guess who isn't? :D

Given that Nimbin, Australias so called 'drug capital', is just an our away from byron, I jumped on the happy coach and explored that bizzare town.



 
One afternoon I went to a small concert in which my surfteacher took a main part of. It was at his and his mates house, which was located on top of a hill so that we had a perfect view at the sunset over byron.
Given that there were locals and the atmosphere was relaxed and cheerful, it was probably one of my best eves I had on that trip.

It was hard saying goodby, but byron will always have a special place in my heart. See you next time byron!

port mcquarie

on the way to port mcquarie



hostel in port mcquarie

 On the first day we borrowed really cool bikes and cycled to a koala hospital. It warmed my heart seeing these little fellas getting another chance and being able to recover in a place where they get as much attention and help as they need. It was definitely worth going there.

on the way to port mcquarie I met these two lovely english girls and we decided to travel together

On the way to lighthouse beach, which is about 8km down the coast, we passed beautiful Flynns and Shelly beach. Whereas the others kept on riding their bikes, I stopped several times to enjoy the beautiful view of these lonely beaches.

Since I am here in Australia, nature beccame such an imprtant part in my life. Being surrounded by trees, mountains, lakes and wildlife makes me happy. It is the place I go to when I feel lonely, sad or just need some inspiration. It helps me finding back to myself.

 

As we arrived at lighthouse beach we laid down, read our books and enjoyed listening to the sound of the ocean.

On the second day we went down to the harbour before we jumped on the bus to make our way down to our next destination: Byron Bay