You're Going the Wrong Way!

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!

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You're Going the Wrong Way!

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!

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You're Going the Wrong Way!

You're Going the Wrong Way!

by Nigel Openshaw
You're Going the Wrong Way!

You're Going the Wrong Way!

by Nigel Openshaw

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Overview

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!


Product Details

BN ID: 2940166508706
Publisher: Nigel M Openshaw
Publication date: 03/26/2023
Sold by: Draft2Digital
Format: eBook
File size: 4 MB

About the Author

Enthusiastic about web design and graphics, have a passion for teaching, and writing with a touch of photography. A software geek who loves caring for the environment. Also, an advocate for mindfulness and well-being with good time management.

Nigel Openshaw is a TESOL-qualified teacher and has taught and managed classes in South Korea for eight years for elementary, middle, high, and adult students. His successful book series, "ESL Discussion Topics," came from working in teams, co-teaching, and individual classes. Apart from the discussion books, he also developed the ESL Practical Lessons book covering his favorite lessons.

Apart from being an author, he is, by profession, a graphic and web designer. His company, SUNI Web Designs, has clients in Australia and the UK. He now focuses on improving his local Manchester area.

He can be found on https://nigelmopenshaw.com and contacted on Twitter at @NigelMOpenshaw 

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