Another special place we revisited on the homeward journey is Clairview, where I had bought home-made passionfruit slice and tomato relish on the way up. The ladies who make and sell them also have second-hand books and clothing as well as craft items. I loved the slice and relish so much I had to call in for more on the way back, as well as some walnut cake and coconut ice. There's nothing like home-made cakes and preserves:
After a few hours driving south, we arrived at Hervey Bay, where we are staying at the Breakfree Great Sandy Straits Resort for $90 per night:
This price represents spectacular value. We pre-booked a 2 for 3-night deal with Stella Resorts, the central booking agent for Peppers, Mantra and Breakfree. The apartment is stunning, with a full kitchen, lounge room and even a spa:
This is the view from the spa, looking out through the glass wall to the lounge room and then the ocean outside:
Here is the view back into the spa, showing the excellent kitchen. It is the first one we've stayed in that has a coffee plunger:
We can walk down from the room onto this gorgeous beach with its view of Fraser Island:
There's also a pool:
There's nothing like a glass of wine at the end of the day:
From our room yesterday evening we saw dolphins swimming by, and some yoga on the beach:
The cafes on the marina all festive for the Blessing of the Fleet:
Nothing like a sausage sanga and fireworks to end a great day:
As we left the next day, we waved goodbye to the Shark Man of Hervey Bay. How cool is this:
After a few hours driving south, we arrived at Hervey Bay, where we are staying at the Breakfree Great Sandy Straits Resort for $90 per night:
This price represents spectacular value. We pre-booked a 2 for 3-night deal with Stella Resorts, the central booking agent for Peppers, Mantra and Breakfree. The apartment is stunning, with a full kitchen, lounge room and even a spa:
This is the view from the spa, looking out through the glass wall to the lounge room and then the ocean outside:
Here is the view back into the spa, showing the excellent kitchen. It is the first one we've stayed in that has a coffee plunger:
We can walk down from the room onto this gorgeous beach with its view of Fraser Island:
There's nothing like a glass of wine at the end of the day:
From our room yesterday evening we saw dolphins swimming by, and some yoga on the beach:
