Brisbane

Gabi and Michael live in Brisbane for one year, because Michael (Germany) works with a genetically modified cotton tree experiment. So I learned a lot about GM food and how good it is. I was a good listener, because I was a believer to begin with. Gabi (Swiss, pregnant in the 5 month) took us to the city during the day and showed us the best spots. On the Brisbane River you can get just about everywhere with the City Cats (ferries). We checked out the Botanical garden, City Hall and the old powerhouse. If Australia is California, Brisbane is Santa Barbara. In the evenings we ate tacos and the Gerber-fondue Carolin brought along from Switzerland. So we had a really nice and warm stay with the temporary ex pads. Thanks again!
They even gave us a lift to the airport. But when we arrived I had to learn that I was at the wrong airport 2 hours before my flight was about to take off. And airasia.com has a strict rule that you have to check in 1 hour in advance. So I ran down to the taxi drivers (without saying bye to Carolin - sorry) and talked with some Pakistani cabdrivers. They told me it is 310 AUD to get to Coolangatta Airport in 1.5 hours. Luckily an Australian guy came - he looked hungover - and said that he can do it in one hour. I had to suggest a price tag and he accepted 150 AUD but he had to check with his supervisor before, to get the job done of duty. And of we went. Rushing down the highway 15% above the speedlimit. 1 minute late I stood in front of the check in, but the girl helped me out when she heard the number 150 AUD. Relief, huge relief...