You have got to believe that even today certain things in life bring us happy and ecstatic surprises, away from the otherwise mundane and busy world. This post certifies this statement and I will tell you why.


Last year my girlfriend and I were almost at loggerheads about our new vacation destination. Sara was hell bent on moving to Tasmania, Australia, while I was rooting for a mountain trip to South Mexico – the land of canyons, ravines and sierras. At long last I gave in to save my upcoming marriage :-) and we headed for Tasmania. Trust me, I was bowled over by the beauty by the time we returned.


Instead of replicating my idea of Tasmania as a shy island soaked in soggy forests and creepy village people feeding on dried salmon it turned out quite mesmerizing. Supported by tall mountains, spread-out peninsulas, steep cliffs, empyreal beaches and mystical caves, Tasmania breathes the cleanest and purest air on earth. Those long walks along turquoise seas, by the lofty peaks, through the rainforests, extensive farmlands and Highland moors; the exhilarating trekking and rafting sprees - everything hypnotized me!


To top it all, we got to encounter some of the rarest wild animals that are exclusively found in Australia. The meets with the possum, kookaburra, quoll and platypus were fabulous. Sara winked at me mischievously when I got over-excited with these creatures and was almost planning to extend our vacation. However, I still regret not being able to spot the Tasmanian Tiger though! Thanks to the travel agent, we got to put up at a wonderful little resort by the mountains.


Well, I must mention this last bit - I still cherish the handcrafted wine and the bottle of fresh honey that I got from a local producer. Thanks Sara!