No problem getting through the border into Queensland. There’s was barely a fuss made. The officer asked us a few questions and we were on our way.
Dana and her friend Michelle dropped me off right by the hostel in town. The place is nice but there’s barely anyone here. It seems like the combination of COVID and it being the winter has kept people away. I’d imagine there’s not much work around here and most of the people on working holiday are elsewhere in Queensland.
That’s not the worst thing in the world. It affords me a bit of time to get my ducks in a row. I wanted some breathing space and that’s what I got.
Surfers Paradise really reminds me of Florida. Fort Lauderdale area to be exact. It’s a long strip of beach with high rise buildings along the coast. The area is heavy on resorts and theme parks. I would imagine this place gets really lively when the weather is nice. But unfortunately, the weather will be overcast and rainy for the next few days.
I took a long walk along the boardwalk today and stopped in a little park along the beach. I just read there for a bit and then made my way back towards town on the beach. Besides that just chilled out and got some stuff done for myself.
I don’t think I’ll stay here very long. My friends Carter and Tobin are making their way up here tomorrow for the weekend. I’m tempted to stay around to link up with them but I’m not sure if I want to.
My other friend Jade will probably be in Brisbane this weekend so I might head up there to meet up with her. And then I can meet up with Carter and Tobin when they head up to Brisbane next week. I have some options.