Fish and Chips in Robe and the Fleurieu Peninsula

January 23
A very leisurely start to the day. Seeing that Robe is only an hour always, I decided that I would drive a bit farther today so I won’t have to cover too much distance on my last day.

Robe is a beautiful seaside town dotted with historic building and a beautiful beach. I planned my visit around lunch time for fish and chips.
A little sightseeing first.... I drove to The Obelisk. Cape Dombys most striking feature is the 40 foot tall red and white striped Obelisk which stands 100feet above sea level. It has defyied rough weather and decaying limestone.

I did a short walk around the area

Emma and Erin said the Polly’s Fish and Chips as the best. However, Polly’s is closed permanently but Robes Fish and Chips Takeaway is in the same building. It was delish!

Then I spent a bit of time on the beach relaxing.

Saw this on the drive to Meningie. Guessing they are famous for their lobsters.

The drive to Meningie was very difficult...speed of 110 km with cross winds made it pretty tough to keep the campervan in the lane. I slowed down and let everyone pass me.

The caravan park is located on the shires morning of Lake Albert. It was so serene to just sit and stare out into the lake.

I started talking to an elderly gentleman, Roger. He told me that’s he lost his Jesse (his wife) to cancer 4 years ago. We chatted of close to 2 hours as we had so much in common. Roger suggested that I go to Adelaide via the Fleurieu Peninsula. It would take about an hour longer but it would be worth it.

January 24
Had breakfast, exchanged emails with Roger, said farewell and headed off. I found myself very emotional today....a song, a memory, and thought just brought me to tears. I think my chat with Roger the night before just unearthed my emotions.

I took the turn off just before Tailem Bend and head down to the lovely town of Wellington. The ferry only takes 5 mins to cross and it’s free!

From there I headed to Clayton Bay. Clayton Bay is on the beautiful Lake Alexandrina close to Goowla and Milang. It is a small town with a series of holiday homes and retreats.

Port Elliot is situated on the sheltered Horseshoe Bay. It is a quiet town with two hotels, three churches, six coffee shops, no fast food chains, and is a popular holiday destination close enough to Adelaide for day trippers and even commuters. Horseshoe Bay was proclaimed a port in 1851

I stumbled onto a fair at the waterfront. They had camel, yes camel rides. Horse-drawn trams cross the causeway to Granite Island, home to a wild penguin colony. Steam locomotives pull the Cockle Train to nearby Goolwa. It’s a very busy tourist town.

Headed to my final destination....my caravan park just outside Adelaide. Got settled in and did my final load of laundry. Then headed off to the beach to explore. There was no one on that beautiful beach.

Caught a beautiful sunset tonight

Things I will miss...
These yummy mangos that cost a fortune back home. I had one every day.

This amazing Bunderberg Tropical Mango Sparkling juice onlynsold here in Australia.

The Great Ocean Road has amazing beaches and views.
While flying within Australia I noticed....that I never had to show ID (passport) when checking in; you’re allowed to take bottled water through security;

Tanya and Rachel... who opened their homes to me. I thank you for the time we spent and your friendship.

Things I won’t miss....
DRIVING..... fighting the crowds.

Total from Melbourne to Adelaide 1,350km. So total distance travelled is 5,377 km from December 28 to January 25.

I’m off to Sydney for a night then I head to the Cook Islands for two weeks to celebrate my 60th Birthday. I’m not sure how the Internet situation is over there so I will post when I can.