Over at The Sandy Chronicles, my Friendly Friday co-host Sandy has thrown out the challenge for me to participate in the themeRoad Trip. Not just with the usual written post, but with a custom video presentation via Canva.
So, I know a little about Canva, but I’ve only used the trial version. Ah! This was a challenge. However, with a little bit of time invested, I have pulled it off, I hope.
Thanks Sandy for stretching my IT skills a little wider!
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69 thoughts on “Friendly Friday Challenge – Road Trip”
Excellent Amanda, great work. Really enjoyed this. We did this trip quite a few years ago.
Thank you, Alison! I am so glad to hear that the video worked for blog visitors. It is a fabulous area and Apollo Bay is one of my favourite destination. Not the least because they have amazing seafood and the hinterland the most delicious strawberries. What was your favourite spot?
Blue grotto? The grotto that I recall wasn’t so blue when I visited, but I do remember the incredibly turquoise blue water you refer to. And I remember I also saw it around Port Fairy. Just think that the waters all around Australia might be more like that without the intrusions of a large population and swirling sediments.
It’s not that one. Two experts spend 5 days travelling around the country in a veteran car, with an allocated sum of money visiting antique centres in various locations and put their purchases into 5 different auctions – the winner being the one with most profits at the end.
Oh that sounds like a slightly different take on it. My son loves the show I mentioned. I don’t think the experts travelling in the car version is on TV here.
I absolutely love it. Only suggestion is that more time is allowed per screen as I could not watch all beautiful photos if there were more than one per screen. But – well done, I might even try it out myself and share my video with you. ~Should it be Australian road trip?
Good idea, Christa. I had thought about the timing myself and wasn’t sure how to slow it down. Sandy will know if it can be done!
The challenge is any road trip, not just an Australian road trip. Ping back Sandy so she can find the post. And me too so, in case your post notification to me gets lost.
Love the way you presented.
Enjoyed the clips and scenery.
As Dr.Christa Van Staden pointed out..it was a bit fast moving giving little time to concentrate.
Thank you Amanda.
You did such a great job! I also had no idea that you can make something like this on Canva. I also use the free version but haven’t really dwelled too deeply in it- one can get lost in there.
All well around here. The heat is about to land on us. Trying to figure out what I need to reach Slovenia and spend a month or two with my family. I hope you’re well too.
The thing about Covid is that most places can now be visited without the crowds. And we have very little if any Covid here. Apart from a short well controlled outbreak. You just have to do two weeks in hotel quarantine before you are allowed to roam free. One day in the future, you must return Liesbet. Perhaps you could sail around Australia a bit?
Yes. Back in 2001, I stayed three months and three weeks, because I loved Australia so much and I’d met an American visitor who would become my boyfriend. When flying out, I got a bit in trouble – not a surprise – and was banned from the country for the following two years. I was told that if I’d had overstayed for four weeks, I’d have been banned for ten years.
That is now long behind me, I have become a more responsible traveler, and I look forward to returning one day. 🙂
Yes Keith, that was the fabulous thing about that spot, the Grotto. There was a cheeky tourist who wandered down to the opening to get a great photo. We were admonishing him the whole time because a large wave could have washed through and he would have been powerless to prevent being thrown onto the rocks and washed out to sea. Silly man – but all ended well, the waves stayed silent. Young men and risks……..enough said.
I hope you do, Sarah. It was so much fun putting it together. I probably would not have attempted it without Sandy’s encouragement and facilitation. She is so very kind! I have had a busy few weeks so it has been hard to find time to visit other blogs, so I was pleased when I managed to pull it together. I look forward to seeing your contribution!
The Moon shot! I was going to delete it as it didn’t seem too relevant at first. Then I thought it was fun, so left it in. I guess scenic shots no matter how outstanding can use a mix of people in them too! Thanks Laurie!
Yay – there is an Aussie who has been to the GOR more times than Sheree – who commented above. Given half the chance and a co-operative husband, I would be there every year – anything to get away from the heat of a Queensland Summer. And to take advantage of cherry season in Victoria!
Loved the video and the trip. Only difference being that I had never thought of overnighting. Was always a (long) day trip. Port Fairy is lovely place and only about 35 km, as the crow flies from our farm and my home util 15 years go.
You would know this area really well, Woolly. I know tourists who have done the very long day trip from Melbourne. it was much nicer and more relaxed to stop off at various places. The cottage we stayed at in Boggy Creek was amazing – the garden was dotted with interesting farm relics and collectables. No TV or internet reception bothered the M.o.t.H though. He was a bit bored in the evening. A lovely getaway though. I though you were in Geelong. Did you like living in the Port Fairy area? I think it is a delightful part of the world.
Thank you for stopping by. It is one of those iconic driving roads around the world. Magnificent ocean views, unique rock formations and quiet villages dotted along the road. I really enjoyed my time there and would highly recommend it post Covid. Where are you based?
Thank you, Linda. Sandy assisted me a lot but once I got the hang of the app, it wasn’t that difficult. It is a good way to put one’s photo collections together to enjoy.
As promised, I’ve pulled together some quick tips on how to make a video in Canva. If anyone would like to try making a video of their road trip – why don’t you ?! Don’t forget to share & link it back my Friendly Friday challenge page! https://thesandychronicles.blog/2021/05/31/canva-video-tips/
I’ve bookmarked this page so I don’t miss out on places like this in future! Love your efforts! Thank you for sharing this work of art. It’s delightful!
It is a good idea to hit follow or sign up by email if you want notification of Friendly Friday Challenge posts or any of my posts. That way to don’t miss anything. 😉
Excellent Amanda, great work. Really enjoyed this. We did this trip quite a few years ago.
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Thank you, Alison! I am so glad to hear that the video worked for blog visitors. It is a fabulous area and Apollo Bay is one of my favourite destination. Not the least because they have amazing seafood and the hinterland the most delicious strawberries. What was your favourite spot?
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The blue grotto with the incredibly blue lake and Port Fairy I think!
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Blue grotto? The grotto that I recall wasn’t so blue when I visited, but I do remember the incredibly turquoise blue water you refer to. And I remember I also saw it around Port Fairy. Just think that the waters all around Australia might be more like that without the intrusions of a large population and swirling sediments.
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Maybe it wasn’t called the Blue Grotto will have to check
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It could be called that. Actually a quick check of Google seems to refer to it as both names. The blue grotto and the Grotto – so we are both correct.
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Yes I checked back on my photos
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Loved it! Well done, Amanda 🙂
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Aw. Thanks Sofia! I appreciate you saying that.
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Very well done
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Taa for that, Derrick. Thanks for stopping by. Is it a thing to do in the UK? Road trips?
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Here is a popular TV series: antiques road trip.
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Is that the one where they examine artifacts people bring in to a specific site on a specific day. Like a castle or manor house garden?
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It’s not that one. Two experts spend 5 days travelling around the country in a veteran car, with an allocated sum of money visiting antique centres in various locations and put their purchases into 5 different auctions – the winner being the one with most profits at the end.
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Oh that sounds like a slightly different take on it. My son loves the show I mentioned. I don’t think the experts travelling in the car version is on TV here.
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Here’s a link to the shows pages: https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=antiques+road+trip&source=hp&ei=rGuyYPrGNqqblwT6t5KYBA&iflsig=AINFCbYAAAAAYLJ5vOjapgIZ6_V10Qgm0aRNhLd442kZ&gs_ssp=eJzj4tLP1TcoSLFMMSo0YPQSSswrySwsTS1WKMpPTFEoKcosAAClXQrA&oq=an6iques+&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAEYATIKCC4QsQMQDRCTAjIHCC4QsQMQDTIECAAQDTIHCAAQyQMQDTIFCAAQkgMyBQgAEJIDMgQIABANMgQIABANMgQIABANMgQIABANOgUIABCxAzoOCC4QsQMQgwEQxwEQowI6CAgAELEDEIMBOgsILhCxAxDHARCjAjoFCC4QsQM6CwguELEDEIMBEJMCOggILhDHARCjAjoICC4QsQMQgwE6AggAOgoILhCxAxAKEJMCOgQIABAKOgQILhAKOgcIABCxAxANULYNWNUkYII9aABwAHgAgAGHAYgBiwaSAQM3LjKYAQCgAQGqAQdnd3Mtd2l6&sclient=gws-wiz
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Thank you Derrick. I will take a look at that.
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I absolutely love it. Only suggestion is that more time is allowed per screen as I could not watch all beautiful photos if there were more than one per screen. But – well done, I might even try it out myself and share my video with you. ~Should it be Australian road trip?
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Good idea, Christa. I had thought about the timing myself and wasn’t sure how to slow it down. Sandy will know if it can be done!
The challenge is any road trip, not just an Australian road trip. Ping back Sandy so she can find the post. And me too so, in case your post notification to me gets lost.
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Will, if I have enough time to do it.
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Love the way you presented.
Enjoyed the clips and scenery.
As Dr.Christa Van Staden pointed out..it was a bit fast moving giving little time to concentrate.
Thank you Amanda.
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I must address the speed! Thank you for the positive comment, PtP.
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You are most welcome Amanda
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🙂
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You did such a great job! I also had no idea that you can make something like this on Canva. I also use the free version but haven’t really dwelled too deeply in it- one can get lost in there.
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Sandy helped me out by inviting me. Otherwise, I would not have known about these features. Sandy is quite a talent!
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I like the last photo most of all. Cin cin, Amanda!
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Hey Manja! Thank you! So happy to hear you stopping by here again. How have you been?
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All well around here. The heat is about to land on us. Trying to figure out what I need to reach Slovenia and spend a month or two with my family. I hope you’re well too.
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Beautiful! I have visited there and wouldn’t mind returning, without the crowds from back when I backpacked Australia in 2001. 🙂
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The thing about Covid is that most places can now be visited without the crowds. And we have very little if any Covid here. Apart from a short well controlled outbreak. You just have to do two weeks in hotel quarantine before you are allowed to roam free. One day in the future, you must return Liesbet. Perhaps you could sail around Australia a bit?
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I’d love to return and bring Mark next time, but I prefer to visit overland again. This time, I won’t overstay my three-month visa, I promise. 🙂
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What do you mean, this time? Did that happen last time?
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Yes. Back in 2001, I stayed three months and three weeks, because I loved Australia so much and I’d met an American visitor who would become my boyfriend. When flying out, I got a bit in trouble – not a surprise – and was banned from the country for the following two years. I was told that if I’d had overstayed for four weeks, I’d have been banned for ten years.
That is now long behind me, I have become a more responsible traveler, and I look forward to returning one day. 🙂
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Been there done it three times!
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Three times to the GOR? Wow, Sheree, I don’t know many Aussies who have been there three times!
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I know but we always drive when we visit!
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Amanda, so inviting. I love how the cave frames the vista. Keith
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Yes Keith, that was the fabulous thing about that spot, the Grotto. There was a cheeky tourist who wandered down to the opening to get a great photo. We were admonishing him the whole time because a large wave could have washed through and he would have been powerless to prevent being thrown onto the rocks and washed out to sea. Silly man – but all ended well, the waves stayed silent. Young men and risks……..enough said.
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That video is so effective Amanda – well done! You’ve got me thinking I should have a go for this week 2 of the challenge – watch this space!
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I hope you do, Sarah. It was so much fun putting it together. I probably would not have attempted it without Sandy’s encouragement and facilitation. She is so very kind! I have had a busy few weeks so it has been hard to find time to visit other blogs, so I was pleased when I managed to pull it together. I look forward to seeing your contribution!
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Excellent job! You had me with the very first photo. I especially loved the moon shot. 😉
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The Moon shot! I was going to delete it as it didn’t seem too relevant at first. Then I thought it was fun, so left it in. I guess scenic shots no matter how outstanding can use a mix of people in them too! Thanks Laurie!
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Great Job Amanda! It turned out well and I’m glad folks liked the video.
Given the interest, maybe I’ll pull together a few tips on how to do it and post on my blog. I’ll even say how to change the timing 😉
What do you think ?
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Sandy, I think this is a great topic for a blog post! How do I change the timing. There has to be a button somewhere?
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In the upper left corner there’s a clock icon & indicator of the timing. Click on that & you can change it.
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Ah. I must not have clicked on it correctly. Simple, when you know how.
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Lovely way to describe what looks like a magical road trip – I also picked up some ideas if I ever make it down to Australia again…
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I love the Great Ocean Road. Have driven it four or five times.
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Yay – there is an Aussie who has been to the GOR more times than Sheree – who commented above. Given half the chance and a co-operative husband, I would be there every year – anything to get away from the heat of a Queensland Summer. And to take advantage of cherry season in Victoria!
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Loved the video and the trip. Only difference being that I had never thought of overnighting. Was always a (long) day trip. Port Fairy is lovely place and only about 35 km, as the crow flies from our farm and my home util 15 years go.
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You would know this area really well, Woolly. I know tourists who have done the very long day trip from Melbourne. it was much nicer and more relaxed to stop off at various places. The cottage we stayed at in Boggy Creek was amazing – the garden was dotted with interesting farm relics and collectables. No TV or internet reception bothered the M.o.t.H though. He was a bit bored in the evening. A lovely getaway though. I though you were in Geelong. Did you like living in the Port Fairy area? I think it is a delightful part of the world.
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Seems like a nice place!
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Thank you for stopping by. It is one of those iconic driving roads around the world. Magnificent ocean views, unique rock formations and quiet villages dotted along the road. I really enjoyed my time there and would highly recommend it post Covid. Where are you based?
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Your so clever that was such a cool clip. We have beautiful road trips here in Aus. That looked like fun.
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Thank you, Linda. Sandy assisted me a lot but once I got the hang of the app, it wasn’t that difficult. It is a good way to put one’s photo collections together to enjoy.
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Amazing trip 👌🌷most beautiful photos 👍🏻🌷🙏😊
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As promised, I’ve pulled together some quick tips on how to make a video in Canva. If anyone would like to try making a video of their road trip – why don’t you ?! Don’t forget to share & link it back my Friendly Friday challenge page!
https://thesandychronicles.blog/2021/05/31/canva-video-tips/
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Well done Sandy. The old adage is right. If you want something done promptly, give it to a busy person!
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Loved it😁
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I’ve bookmarked this page so I don’t miss out on places like this in future! Love your efforts! Thank you for sharing this work of art. It’s delightful!
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Awesome
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Amazing Content
Well Written
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