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Episode: 2
Running out of money fast Michael, Mark and Baz continue the Aussie experience in Programme two by getting jobs as deckhands on the Eureka II sailing boat. Working for Captain Max and his assistants Gleno and Chriso, the boys cook, clean, massage, sail and entertain for everyone on board the boat - you name it they do it all for a free passage around the Whitsunday Islands! How much lower can you go?? Arriving at Hamilton Island where Captain Max has booked them a treat - a night on the resort in the Palm Terrace Hotel for their hard work! [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_6mYaBU2Fg 250 250] Hitting the road again the boys travel towards Rockampton looking for more work. They head out to Myella Farm stay in Barbala where they get jobs as farm-hands - you would think with Michael's culchie background he would take to it like a duck to water but no its Baz who saves the day, however not too hot with the horses is our Baz! Is the usual piss taking humour all in good nature, or has Michael's snoring become too much to bear as the boys sleep in the wilderness? Leaving Barbala they travel to Rockhampton stopping off at the Great Western Hotel. A rodeo event is on that night and the manager Andrea asks the boys do they want some work in exchange for a roof above their heads and some cash - being hard working men that they are they accept to help the lady out! Mark finds out its illegal to be gay in Queensland (or so he was told), so the boys attempt to teach him to walk like a 'real man.' Rodeo proves a challenge - who is brave or stupid enough to ride the bull? The hard work pays off as the boys spend around $30 each on this leg of their journey! Cost Summary Per Person:Transport - with Wicked Campers - €60 (AUD $100) Travel:Wicked CampersThe 3 amigos opt for the Johnny Bravo designed campervan giving it the name Katherine Thomas (cheeky boys)! Hundreds of designs to choose, from the Sopranos to The Toy Story! All campers include unlimited kilometres, table, bed (sleeps up to 3 adults), blankets, sheets, pillows, CD player, camp stools, cooking burner, sink, water container, ice box and all utensils! Oz Sailing AdventuresFamed as Australia's number one crewed yacht charter company, Oz Adventure Sailing offers you the ability to charter a sailing boat that suits not only your time schedule and your budget but also your personal sailing desires. The boys experienced the 2 day/2 night sailing trip on the Eureka II. Experience invigorating high performance sailing on a state of the art 18.2m Sydney 60. Having competed in several Sydney to Hobart's as well as many other events, Eureka II holds an enviable sailing record. Eureka has a modern fit out with all the comforts of a cruising yacht such as huge interiors, share or private cabins, leather upholstery, CD player, TV/video, hot water and large open plan living. Eureka II is a complete sailing yacht for only 16 passengers. Whitsunday IslandsBordered by the Great Barrier Reef and cradled by the calm waters of the Coral Sea, the Whitsundays lies midway along Australia's Queensland coast. The region spans from the beautiful beaches of Bowen in the north to the cane fields and sugar mills of inland Proserpine to the gorgeous golf greens of Laguna Whitsundays in the south. Its 74 islands - only eight of which are inhabited - are surrounded by one of the world's seven natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef. Whitehaven Beach is located in the Whitsunday Islands and Airlie Beach Region. It is almost 6km long and consists of a very fine dazzling white sand that is 98% pure Silica! For more information contact: Hamilton IslandHamilton Island being the largest of the islands it caters for every taste and budget. From the luxurious and intimate beachfront setting of the Beach Club to the sweeping views of the Coral Sea at The Reef View Hotel. If it's a little more independence you're after, you can choose from the Polynesian style Palm Bungalows or the Palm Terraces which are both ideal for families. All accommodation has easy access to the beach, restaurants and resort centre. Plenty of activities - Relaxation Centre, water sports, target sports, go-karting, sea-kayaking, game fishing, scenic helicopter flights and 'Breakfast with the Koalas' at the Koala Gallery. Prices start from: Myella Farm stayExperience outback life on a cattle station - Myella farm stay is small, personal and relaxing! Live life on an Australian farm, mucking in, feeding animals, cleaning pens, herding cattle, riding horses, motorbike riding and enjoy the home made food by Peter and Olive. Scenic setting in the middle of the outback, red dusted roads with miles and miles of baron land! Prices start from: €47 (AUD $80) per day BaralabaIn 1898-1902 coal was discovered and later the township of Baralaba was built. With inhabitants of 270 it's a laid back quiet town in Queensland's outback. Two hour drive from the main city Rockhampton. RockhamptonAffectionately known as "Rocky" and renown as the Beef Capital of Australia. Rocky is an enticing mix of heritage, lifestyle and real country friendliness. It's both a gateway to the outback, and within reach of some of the most beautiful beaches in Central Queensland. Rocky is warm sandstone, sizzling steaks, and icy cold beer in a shady beer garden. Hospitality comes naturally here and the characters you'll meet will stay in your heart forever. Slip on those cowboy boots and put on your Stetson because Rocky is Australia's answer to Texas! Plenty of activities and sites including live rodeos at the Great Western Hotel - an authentic hotel saloon, The Capricorn Caves, fishing, fossil for gem stones etc For more information on the region contact: The Great Western HotelGreat steaks, great beer and great rodeo are what this place is all about. If Rockhampton is dubbed the beef capital of Australia then this place must follow suit. You can enjoy a beer in the front or back bar or taste why they claim to have the best steaks in country in the restaurant. The real highlight though, is the huge undercover rodeo with ample seating for well over a thousand people. This venue draws champion riders from all over Australia and plays host to national competitions. This place is continually expanding with things like Mavericks Western Wear Shop, a saddler and poker saloon. Corner of Denison & Stanley Sts, Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia.
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