
You're Going the Wrong Way!
Nigel Openshaw
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
When I set off for Australia, I had no idea what I would find. There were moments of pure joy, times of struggle, and situations that, looking back, were downright ridiculous. Through it all, I found something I hadn't even realized I was looking for.
As a teenager, I watched Australia's Bicentennial celebrations and felt something click. I didn't just want to visit—I needed to go. Over a decade later, after university and a stressful first job, I finally made it happen. I packed my bags, left everything familiar behind, and entered a year of the unknown.
Inside, you'll find:
• Authentic experiences: The reality of backpacking, beyond the postcard moments.
• Lessons learned: How travel shifts perspectives and builds resilience.
• Cultural encounters: The people who made this trip unforgettable.
• Unplanned detours: Because sometimes, the best stories come from going off-course.
This book is my journey—one year in Australia, with a detour to New Zealand. It's a tale of adventure and self-discovery, filled with breathtaking landscapes, unforgettable people, and plenty of surprises. This is an unfiltered account of what it's really like to spend a year on the road. From North Queensland to Fraser Island, the Great Ocean Road to New Zealand's Franz Josef Glacier, every step brought new challenges, unexpected detours, and lessons in resilience.
Not everything went as planned, and that was the best part. You're Going the Wrong Way! reminds us that the best adventures happen when we step into the unknown. So, if you're ready for the ride, let's go Down Under!
Duration - 2h 44m.
Author - Nigel Openshaw.
Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G.
Published Date - Wednesday, 08 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2023 Nigel M Openshaw ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. When I set off for Australia, I had no idea what I would find. There were moments of pure joy, times of struggle, and situations that, looking back, were downright ridiculous. Through it all, I found something I hadn't even realized I was looking for. As a teenager, I watched Australia's Bicentennial celebrations and felt something click. I didn't just want to visit—I needed to go. Over a decade later, after university and a stressful first job, I finally made it happen. I packed my bags, left everything familiar behind, and entered a year of the unknown. Inside, you'll find: • Authentic experiences: The reality of backpacking, beyond the postcard moments. • Lessons learned: How travel shifts perspectives and builds resilience. • Cultural encounters: The people who made this trip unforgettable. • Unplanned detours: Because sometimes, the best stories come from going off-course. This book is my journey—one year in Australia, with a detour to New Zealand. It's a tale of adventure and self-discovery, filled with breathtaking landscapes, unforgettable people, and plenty of surprises. This is an unfiltered account of what it's really like to spend a year on the road. From North Queensland to Fraser Island, the Great Ocean Road to New Zealand's Franz Josef Glacier, every step brought new challenges, unexpected detours, and lessons in resilience. Not everything went as planned, and that was the best part. You're Going the Wrong Way! reminds us that the best adventures happen when we step into the unknown. So, if you're ready for the ride, let's go Down Under! Duration - 2h 44m. Author - Nigel Openshaw. Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G. Published Date - Wednesday, 08 January 2025. Copyright - © 2023 Nigel M Openshaw ©.
Language:
English
You're Going the Wrong Way!
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Dedication
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Introduction
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1. The Arrival of a Rookie
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Getting Quickly Adjusted
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Learning From My Mistakes
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When the Highs Wear Off
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Discovering Sydney's History
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Great Food, Weird Nights
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2. Exploring the East Coast
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Byron Bay Blues and Beach Life
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Beach Bliss in Surfers Paradise
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Fraser Island Off-Road Adventure
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Afloat, Under the Milky Way
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Trekking in Townsville
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Ferry to Magnetic Island
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On the Road Again: Further North
Duración:00:00:47
Banana Farming Frenzy
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A Change in Weather
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A Turn for the Worst
Duración:00:04:37
Not So Sweet Sugar Cane Farming
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Mission Beach Campfire
Duración:00:02:58
Trekking on Mount Tyson
Duración:00:02:33
The Start of Something More
Duración:00:02:44
Fast Food and Cricket in Cairns
Duración:00:01:42
Kuranda's Rainforest Skyrail
Duración:00:02:30
Visiting the Neighbors in a Combi
Duración:00:02:53
Adelaide: Gateway to the Outback
Duración:00:01:35
Metal Trees in Coober Pedy
Duración:00:01:31
An Eclipse in Lyndhurst
Duración:00:02:52
Underground Caves in Naracoorte
Duración:00:01:25
Great Ocean Road and Beyond
Duración:00:00:56
Unexpected Discoveries in Melbourne
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An Unplanned Victorian Road Trip
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Time to Be the Tour Guide
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Best Friend, Best City Adventures
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Bondi Beach on Christmas Day
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Fireworks at the SydNYE Party
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Working at the SCG, but No Cricket
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6. A Journey Across The Tasman
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Auckland: The North Island
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Hastings: Looking for Work
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Walking Around in Wellington
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Nelson: The South Island
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Gold Panning in Greymouth
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Glacier Hike in Franz Josef
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More Walking in Fox Glacier
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Snow Flurries in Wanaka
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A Bungee in Queenstown
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Sailing in Milford Sound
Duración:00:02:24
Please Do Not Call it Twizzle!
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Last Stop at Christchurch
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Perth: Business in Northbridge
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Quokkas on the Island
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An Arrival Without the Suitcase
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Farm Work in Manjimup
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Picking Apples with a Crazy Dog
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Picking the Broccoflower
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Back to Perth!
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Wilderness Calling: Monkey Mia
Duración:00:05:21
Perth's Swan Song
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Fondly Looking Back
Duración:00:02:18
Let's Share the Love!
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About the Author
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