Australia Part IV
After a frantic, but thoroughly enjoyable three weeks back home for two 30th’s, a 40th, two weddings and some much appreciated family time, it was time to pick up the journey where I left off. I headed straight to Melbourne, where I met up with Helen with whom I’d be spending the next few weeks exploring Victoria. We’d both heard what a magnificent city Melbourne is and were equally concerned about arriving with high expectations. As has generally been the norm with these things on my travels, the city lived up to the hype and did not disappoint. Melbourne is very well laid out with efficient public transport, including trams (our favourite means of navigating the city) and so much to do.
We didn’t stay long, however, and rather chose to plan a road trip including the Grampians, the Great Ocean Road and some stop offs in some cool little towns along the way. Not planning too far in advance it truly was a case of hitting the road and hoping for the best, assured that the countryside would step up and provide the entertainment. It did just that.
On returning to Melbourne, we took the chance to stay outside of the main city area, spending time in Sorrento and the cool suburb of St Kilda. The two quite different experiences totally hit the spot and I was impressed with Melbourne’s diversity and endless activities and entertainment. The pictures will most likely do a better job of portraying the experience.
Always great to have travel companion to share the experiences
Walking the city at night
Exploring in the beautiful Grampains
We heard the view from the top was good at sunset
"Good" might have been a little modest
The lighthouse at Port Fairy
Unfortunately the Shearwater Colony was not present when we were
Tea on the hill in Apollo Bay
More like "The Seven Apostles" but awesome none-the-less
Robert managed to organise for us to catch an AFL game at the MCG
We did our best to learn to rules and supported the victorious Hawthorn side
The theme park in St Kilda is a great touch
Enjoying a drink at sunset on the St Kilda beach front
