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Cruising along the Great Barrier Reef in Australia

By Cruising World Staff

December 28, 2010

Updated: December 28, 2010

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A whale seen off Whitsunday Island.

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A saltwater crocodile was spotted in an animal park in Cairns.

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Tristan, Ethan, and Cheyenne enjoy a swim in Manta Ray Bay.

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The sand dune at Yellowpatch on Cape Capricorn is fun to run down.

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The Bridge family added to the collection at the shack assembled by fellow cruisers on Middle Percy Island.

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Tristan (at the helm), Ethan, and Cheyenne share sailing duties and work as a team on deck.

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Cheval spent several days at Gary’s Anchorage while Tristan and his family explored Fraser Island.

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