Wednesday, 24 April 2013

White Feather


Our final winery was the little known White Feather.  Driving down the driveway, you're greeted with ducks and geese in amongst the vines.
 There are fish swimming in an old wine barrel, dogs running around and even a stuffed crocodile!

The perfect end to a great day!



Wine Tour


A visit to Adelaide wouldn't be complete without a visit to at least of the area's many wine regions.  McLaren Vale is one of those such regions.

We visited a tiny winery called Settlement first then headed to Rosemount first which some of my local friends thought would be one of their least favourites but they loved it. 

We headed to D'Arenberg for lunch which was lovely - even when it decided to pour down just in time for our picnic lunch! 



 Hugh Hamilton was next with its stunning views over McLaren Vale from the hexagonal tasting room.

We then headed down to Pirramimma wines as a extra treat.  We managed to pic up some bargains there too!






Thursday, 18 April 2013

Big Lobster

The big lobster in Kingston SE is one of the famous 'big things' in Australia. 

Robe




Robe is a gorgeous little town along the coast.  It has a population of around 1500 people.  It is incredibly windy but the scenery is stunning.

It has a saltwater lake which creates formations around the edge of it.  The beach is absolutely stunning.


Mount Gambia



Mount Gambia has a sinkhole which is awesome during the day with hanging vines and water dribbling along the rocks.



At dusk, the possums come out and you can feed them which is really cute.


Mount Gambia also has a lake which changes colour throughout the year.  We got there just in time to see it with some blue still in it.

Wednesday, 17 April 2013

London Bridge


 More arches and beautiful scenery along the way.  What a great way to teach children about coastal erosion.  I think I should bring a group over here!!!

London Bridge was awesome.  People used to be able to walk on to the arched bit at the end until 1990 when the arch nearest the shoreline collapsed leaving 2 tourists stranded.  Luckily noone was hurt and the tourists were rescued by helicopter.  Quite an adventure for them! 



Port Fairy



Still on The Great Ocean Road is the gorgeous town of Port Fairy. 

The tiny town hosts many festivals throughout the year including a Spring Music Festival and Moyneyana Festival which is held over the Christmas period.
Port Fairy is a beautiful place with a real seaside feel to it.