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I HAD THE BEST DAY FAILING AT EVERYTHING WE TRIED

Don's Family Vacations
Don's Family Vacations
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πŸ‘οΈ 36K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 19:55

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Editorial Summary

The creator travels via the Australian rail system to meet her friend Natalie, a cruise director, in the Illawarra region south of Sydney. After navigating the train system and witnessing the coastal scenery and thick woodlands, the creator reunites with Natalie despite initial confusion regarding meeting locations. The pair spends the day sightseeing along the coast, visiting Kiama and Wollongong. Their activities include observing the coastline, seeing large jellyfish in tide pools, and eating local foods such as sausage sizzles. A significant portion of the day is dedicated to attempting a Tim Tam Slammer, a traditional snack involving biting the corners off a biscuit and drinking coffee through it. However, the attempt fails because the chocolate biscuits have melted. The day concludes in North Wollongong as the weather turns rainy. The creator and Natalie discuss their shared love of travel, future cruise plans, and the differences between Australian and North American customs before parting ways.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Princess Cruises
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Princess Cruises
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm heading out to see my friend Natalie she wants to show me around her hometown

this is a failed Tim Tam Slammer

we've had a great day we have and the weather is turned yeah it's actually it's raining it's just started raining now and there's Thunder but it's been beautiful

my highlight is coming down to see you and you know it is it's so nice to see you it really is

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Use your intuition and traveling expertise when navigating unfamiliar transit systems
βœ“Be careful on steep escalators in train stations
βœ“Try the Tim Tam Slammer tradition, but be prepared for it to be messy

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Navigating unfamiliar transit systems β€” Use intuition and look for direct routes to avoid transfers

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to travel on the Australian rail system?
QHow do you find a friend in a new city without internet?
QWhat is a Tim Tam Slammer and how do you do it?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Kiama1 Happy Bacon
Top: Kiama blowhole visit
Wollongong3 Happy Bacon
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