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"It is through travel that we meet and understand other people and at this time, when there is so much anger and misunderstanding in the world, travel is more important than it has ever been." - Tony Wheeler, 2005-Lonely Planet.... Travel String is here to connect the dots, to share my believe that it is by travelling that we learn from each other, that we make friendship, not war, and that, in this beautiful world of ours, there are still those of us who wish to experience it in its natural form, rather than destroy it. I hope you'll enjoy the journey with me.

As per request: Adelaide

May 21st 2008 06:36
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Fobzy reminded me that I need to catch up. Indeed I have been neglecting you Travel String fans and I sincerely apologise - he's also suggested maybe I can counter write his Sydney post with one on Adelaide, and one I shall provide!

Let's revisit Adelaide. I have touched on Adelaide on Travel String before as well as about Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills. Besides Melbourne, I'll have to say Adelaide is my second favourite city in Australia and would love to move there given the opportunity (After I've had my go at living in Melbourne first of course).


Just like Melbourne I have had the chance to visit Adelaide a few times and the last time I was there, I happened to trip onto this year's Tour Down Under. <view photos here>

Adelaide riverside
Isn't it all nice and tranquil along the river?


What I really enjoyed was the atmosphere. There was no hostility towards the blocked roads, and the way Adelaide city was designed and laid out was simply perfect for a bike race. A market along Rundle St catered for those more interested in crafts and jewellery and the whole city just buzzed.


To top it off for me was the stand offering free bike hires supported by the SA government. I definitely know that Raven would love this!

Yes, Adelaide is certainly such a pleasant city to be riding in. Along the river, on the streets there are never any angst and stress for bikers compared to Sydney.

Swans and ducklings
The beautiful black swans and their ducklings grace the river in Adelaide


I strongly recommend a stroll along the river upon your visit, and admire the black swans and their ducklings that gracefully float along enjoying their day. Visiting in Autumn is also pleasant when the trees turn a warm orange and red and you truly would think you were somewhere in Europe.

And it is also in Adelaide you'll find some of the cheapest breakfasts in an Australian city I got a bacon and eggs on toast with a cup of coffee for a whole $4.50!
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Comment by Fobzy

May 24th 2008 08:59
Love the ducklings, Amy, sorry I missed this post, just remembered it. You have done well, I know a lot of people who, it it weren't for jobs would love to live in Adelaide.

I don't think I'm really suited to the travel industry, moving on with cars, at the moment.

Comment by Fobzy

May 24th 2008 09:02
Sorry, I forgot something that's for me not to you.

Comment by AmyHuang

May 25th 2008 00:51
Fobzy darling - just as well I am not suited for the auto industry we can each leave the other to our own purposes

Comment by What's Your Story?

June 26th 2008 14:20
Oooooh sounds so relaxing!!! It would be such a treat to live there.

Comment by AmyHuang

June 27th 2008 08:32
Hi Toni - it indeed it so nice! Although jobs is the major problem why people would move out of Adelaide. However, I wouldn't rule it out if I had a job offer there that I would consider moving there!

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