Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Quokka

My wife and I first heard about an Australian island populated by a beaver-like cousin of kangaroo called quokkas more than six years ago. Quokka's fur coat is the colour of hazelnut, ears as cute as Mickey but smaller, smile much happier than Cheshire Cat's.

At that time, we only knew Rottnest Island is a Class A reserve dedicated for renewable energy: the best way to navigate is by foot or bikes because vehicles aren't permitted except for work purposes.

This island has been on our bucket list since then.

Blue waters and white sands. Wildlife and bird sightings. Hiking choices, or adventure on two wheels. This island has all the hallmarks of our family's top picks.

For one reason or another, we didn't have chance to visit Rottnest Island until the lifting of tight restriction governing Western Australians inside a "hard border".

We made it to Rottnest Island this week. To thoroughly experience this holiday haven with oodles of natural beauty, our family chose to stay for three days instead of a day trip. 

It's a real pleasure.

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