The most commen thing you hear as you stroll down the sidewalk is "Hello taxi, transport" and you politely respond "No thanks" and in turn the guys says "Yes, tomorrow taxi, cheap cheap". It gets old very fast but it could be worse.

xoxo

ps: Thanks for all the birthday messages!

Tomorrow we're going to take a walk down the main street to the Monkey forest, which as the name suggests, is enhabited by loads of monkeys.

We're staying in a very nice and very clean bungalow, and at $15US per night, its a bargan. There seems to be lots to do so I'm going to sign off and get busy.

Don't forget Kate's birthday tomorrow!

Sources close to Collins say he is relieved but embarrassed by the hastle and stress he's caused those at home. After sending many email dispatches and postcards to friends and loved ones letting them know of his troubles, the young American traveler, originally from the Boston area, is now flushed and red but extremely happy to be on his way, healthy and fit.

To Sydney, we bid farewell and set off for Victoria's capital, Melboune. Situated on the south coast inside a large protected bay and on the Yarra River, Melbourne has an easy going feel and a skyline that, at first glance, is not unlike Boston's. A hot spot for music and the arts, Melbourne would surley quech my thirst for music and a good session.