Cronulla Library’s ‘Favourite Travel Destination Competition ‘
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| Bruny Island, Tasmania - Photo by Alex FotoMoto on Flickr |
Cronulla Library held a 'Your favourite travel destination' competition during the month of May to celebrate the 'Escape' theme for the National Year of Reading 2012.
Our Winner
Val Jory told us in 25 words or less why Tasmania
was her favourite travel destination and why it means so much to her.
“I thought my travelling days were over
considering my age, but I was wrong. The craving never stops for those
tantalising faraway places.”
Our entries were
comprised of so many wonderful and exotic destinations. Here are just a few to
inspire you.
India “… embodies all facets of the human
experience in a visceral assault on the senses. It has something everyone will
both love and hate.”
Spain “I walked 840 kms last year along the
‘Camino De Santiago’. I loved the people, the passion, food and music,
mountains , wildflowers and nature.”
France “My Grandmother’s home which I visit
many times as a young man. Interesting
and civilized.”
Antarctica “I fulfilled a life time dream to
visit Antarctica and walk with the Penguins.”
Hong Kong “It never fails to excite and
surprise one . High rise, traditional China, superb views, outer Islands, busy,
busy harbour. A jewel of the East.”
Egypt “Ancient history has captivated me
since childhood. Experiencing Egypt’s wonders was breathtaking beyond
expectation. I feel blessed to have witnessed these ancient wonders.”
Other
destinations included:
- Releasing the inner child at Disneyland L.A.
- Skiing the snow covered mountains in Canada.
- Experiencing the contemporary art world of New York.
- Revering the capital of Democracy, Washington DC.
- Visiting family in Malta.
- Luxuriating at Dunk Island resort.
- Stepping back in time into the surreal and beautiful world of Venice.
- Making a mini documentary about the villages of South America.
- Admiring the picturesque setting of Lake Como in Italy.
Hawaii, The
Great Wall of China, Orlando, Florida, Los Angeles, Czech Republic, Fiji, Grand
Canyon, London, Dublin.
Guidebooks
and travel information are always available at all our Libraries.
