After our glorious Tasmanian holiday, Luke’s parents popped down from New South Wales for a visit and more adventures. We hit the road to see more of lovely Victoria via the Great Ocean Road.
Luke at the helm!
It was a stinking hot day, so getting out and looking around wasn’t as appealing as it might have otherwise been. Regardless, we managed to get out of the air-conditioned car to see the sights. And what glorious sights they were!
The 12 Apostles.
The Grotto.
We made it to Port Campbell by early evening, and quickly changed into our bathers and sought relief in the bay. The water was freezing even after days of hot weather, it was the most refreshing swim I’ve ever had. Delicious.
After a seafood dinner we ate ice creams at the beach, and watched the sun go down. The temperature finally dropped to a manageable level, and I wasn’t a sweaty mess any longer.
In the morning we headed a bit further west to see Warrnambool, visiting a maritime museum and … a vintage shop!
I sure would like to live in a lighthouse …
There were ducks! Ducks!
The family had to drag me away from the vintage shop in the end, there were so many treasures.
I have a thing for souvenir tablecloths.
This lovely white cardigan is vintage Target. Wish they still sold cool stuff …
After my shopping adventure, we made our way home, unfortunately driving back was not nearly as exciting as driving there. Luke drove us again, while we all napped. What a champion.
On Sunday we took ourselves off to Heide for a wander around the gardens, and to have lunch at Cafe Vue. I love it there, the gardens are gorgeous, and the food is always amazing. I had a sandwich on olive bread, a chardonnay, and an apricot tart. Perfect.
The perfect kitchen garden.
Luke. With a corrugated iron cow.
And that sums up our lovely long weekend. Thanks Mel and Neal, come again!
Froth and Bubble 