We're now back on the mainland, in the city of Melbourne for a few days, trying to get organized today. We may have to start looking for a place to live in Victoria which dampens the fun briefly.
Tasmania was amazing. Beautiful, quiet, peaceful and fun. It was great to have our independence with the rental car. We spent some time at Port Arthur, arguably Australia's most famous penal colony where convicts were sent from England if there wasn't much hope for them: escapees, etc. It was one of the best tourist attractions I have ever been to. At first, Kev and I thought it was a bit expensive but when we realized how well put together everything was without being cheesy or over the top we were very impressed. There were many remaining buildings from when the colony shut down in 1877, we had a tour of the grounds, a harbour tour out to the "Isle of the Dead" the colony cemetary, and could spend as much time as we desired on the grounds. We also received playing cards representing specific convicts and were able to follow their stories. My convict faired better than Kev's - haha.
We then drove North up the East coast and did an 11KM hike to a beautiful spot called Wineglass Bay and another beach called Hazards. It was a great way to see some amazing stuff and we spotted a couple kangaroos up close and personal - mostly in the parking lot!
The last day we went even further North to see more incredible beaches including Binalong Bay and the Bay of Fires. We can't believe that the water is so green but so cold. It's very strange for us. Oh and we saw an Echidna, a funny looking guy we'll have to post a pictures of. Half turtle half porcupine, I swear.
A little time in the city now before we fly up to Brisbane and cap off our trip with some fun in the sun.
Happy December all.
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