Journal 7

                One place I’ve always wanted to visit is Australia. When I was in first grade, my dad promised me that when I graduated from high school we would take a trip there together, but then the recession hit and we’ve put it off until I graduate from college (fingers crossed). I don’t know exactly how my interest in going to Australia actually started, especially since I was only about 7 years old when I made it my mission to get there, but I think as I grew up it’s my fascination of all the awesome things there are to do there just kept growing. Out of all the cool places on my list, the two of the top places I want to visit in Australia are the Sydney Opera House and Great Barrier Reef.

                The Sydney Opera House is probably the most recognizable structure in Australia. Not only is the outer structure of the building jaw dropping, but the talent seen inside of the building is as well. As a dancer and someone who has been deeply involved in all aspects of the arts for years now, it is astonishing to see that over 1,500 performances are held there each year. As each year passes, recognition for the arts worldwide dwindles. It is really amazing to me that such an important structure works to represent the importance of the arts. The Opera House is home to the Opera Australia, The Australian Ballet, Sydney Theatre Company, and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. When I visit Australia you can make certain that I will be in attendance to see performances by all of these companies.

                Another cool site in Australia is the Great Barrier Reef. The Great Barrier Reef is highly impressive, as it is the largest living structure on earth. It is so big it can be seen from outer space and is approximately 70 million football fields! I think that’s absolutely insane. I’ve always been attracted to the Great Barrier Reef, mainly because I’m deeply in love with the ocean and anything involving marine life. I’m very excited to visit here, partially due to the 1625 different types of fish that live there and the 3000 different and beautiful types of coral reefs.

photo credits to worldtravelguide.net

photo credits to sevennaturalwonders.org