Flying into Cairns, the turquoise waters and emerald mountains are breathtaking. I was in awe over the beauty and anxious to get to the resort. But not before I tried to get into the wrong side of the vehicle after the driver told me I could sit in front. We both laughed and it was now obvious I was from the US.
Upon arrival to the Reef Retreat in Palm Cove, I met Clive. No, not Clive Owen. But that would've been pretty cool. Clive is the owner. Along with his wife Mary. They are both very sweet. Clive mentioned there have been many visitors from Chicago to his resort in recent months. More than usual and he wasn't sure why. He then told me many single women stay at the resort and assured me it's very safe and I could even go for a midnight walk without having to worry. No thanks. I don't want to become the next American woman to make headlines on CNN.
Instead, after waking up in the middle of the night because I couldn't sleep, I watched the Rugby World Series until the sun came up. I then went for a jog on the beach. It was incredibly beautiful and calm with few people out and about. I couldn't help but think how lucky I am to be here.
Tomorrow I'm going to the Daintree Rainforest. Til then...
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