Just a quick note from Day 4 in Australia. Made an unsuccessful attempt at picking up my bike today from the good people at The Freedom Machine in Port Melbourne (a train, a tram and a good hike away from where I'm staying in West Footscray at the moment). My foreign bank cards are not having very much luck, unfortunately, so I've got to figure out how to get them working and get a hold of this bike tomorrow. I did catch a glimpse of it though and it's VERY pretty! She is getting outfitted with all sorts of cool accessories for the trip and will be all set to go when I head back. Port Melbourne is a cool little area of town with a street full of cafes and little shops called Bay Street. I was back and forth from there and CBD Melbourne a couple of times today, so I am getting a feel for the city. Tomorrow, if I'm successful in paying for this bike, I'll try and bike along the ocean home!
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Life on the Mountain
15 years ago
Bank cards no working? Oh no! When I was there sans bank card I used to just take my credit card into any bank and get a cash advance. They were always really friendly and helpful. Just make sure to pay it off as the interest for cash advances begins immediately.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with attempt #2 with the bike! Glad you got there safe and sound!
Hi Miss! I think I'm all sorted now - tested out skype with the bank this morning - and I hope we're all good. Heading down to the Port for attempt number two this afternoon! Hope all is well in Calgary and see you in 75 days! :)
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