Dear Luke from Paronella Park,
 
In previous years I have always wanted to visit Paronella Park but time constraints never allowed me to stop. Other friends have always been impressed with this little 'secret' in the jungle and I knew one day I'd have the time to visit.  It was only this year that I finally had the time to indulge in an adventure to this off the main road park.
 
My surprise came as I drove up. It looked like something out of a Walt Disney Fairytale. I couldn't believe that this wonderful castle and grounds has been so lovingly rebuilt.  It is truly awesome and I didn't expect it to be so enchanting.  The falls viewed from the garden courtyard and through the Kauri trees is breathtaking. I found myself wandering aimlessly aound trying to soak in all the plants, birds, museum, waterfalls, and imagining how it would have been in it's heyday with dancing area and cafe.   
 
I stayed overnight in the park as I wanted more time to see everything and play with the turtles, fish & eels, and be in this storybook fantasy land. 
 
What a shame it would have been if the rainforest had been allowed to overtake this place.  I plan on taking this turnoff again on my upcoming travels down the coast. I wouldn't miss it for the world.  It's inspiring and rejuvenating to spend time at Paronella Park.  I shall again be donating money for the refurbishing of the old  falls generator, as Jose had had it.   
 
Thanks for keeping the "dream alive"!
 
Aloha,
Tiffiny, Hawaii   USA