great barrier reef

Australia is a country full of contrasts. Out of all 7 states, Queensland is probably the most diverse. The size of central Europe (roughly 4 x France) Queensland is home to the bio paradise of the rain forest; home to a great portion of the vast lunar Simpson Desert, and most importantly, home to the Great Barrier Reef.
I flew to Cairns with my parents, and we shared time between exploring the rain forest and diving in the reefs.
I can't say which of those was the most memorable experience. I can only say that I was very struck and amazed by the rain forest. Its bio diversity, the fauna, the million bats flying over us, the million frogs crossing the road, the funky lizards, the huge colourful butterflies, the abundance of tropical fruits everywhere, really made an impression on me.
The reef was great, just not a surprise. You expect one of the greatest natural wonders of the world to be.... well, quite wonderful! The snorkeling was just brilliant. Understatement. Absolutely sensational!!!
Don't take this as a trend, but I had fun doing my Tasmanian video, so had a bit more fun, and did a new one on this very subject! (and kept it under 3 minutes. I can tell when I'm losing an audience) Click on the link below and take a look!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFGW9ameeMk