Above: The Spirit of Tasmania in Port Melbourne, boarding the ship at 9pm, sunrise over Bass Strait, then a few scenes as we drove to Hobart yesterday.
We had a very smooth crossing over Bass Strait and we're now at our B&B, with Tricia, in Hobart. It's very peaceful here in a secluded valley surrounded by bush land with a large garden. This morning we're going to Hobart for:
Sunday 6 March
11am Dymocks Hobart, Centrepoint Shopping Centre
Book signing
11.30am Fullers Books, Collins Street
Book signing
After that we'll have lunch somewhere and have a look around. We've been told there's a farmers market somewhere in Hobart so we might find that and buy some really good local food. The main agenda however it to just relax and take it slow.
Thanks to everyone who send a comment. It's lovely to read snippets from friends when we're so far from home. xx
Hope you enjoy our beautiful island Rhonda and that you leave refreshed and relaxed for the rest of your (nightmarish!) book tour. I`m looking forward to receiving my pre-ordered copy of your book this week.If you get a chance to visit the Northern Midlands, you`ll find it well worth your time.Best wishes from Longford!
ReplyDeleteI would love to go to Tassie one day with my kids and drive around.....enjoy the Apple Isle. Regards Kathy A, Brisbane
ReplyDeleteThat's a big ship! It looks like Tasie is on the cusp of end-of-summer dryness and about-to-be autumn. Have a lovely day (hi Tricia!), we are kicking back here.
ReplyDeleteLovely photos, Rhonda. I have never been to Tassie. Do enjoy your time there and I hope you have a chance to relax.
ReplyDeleteIts hot here in Adelaide today. I have nothing to do today but pick up your new book every now and then, knit a dish cloth I have started and keep cool. I am loving the book so far!
ReplyDeleteGood to hear you had a calm crossing. Try to find time to wander around the Salamanca area, it has great old buildings, art, handmade things, cafes and eateries, some at the back of little arcades and lanes. I bought some lovely wool when I was there in early January.
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoy your time in Tasmania and don't run into cold weather.
Enjoy your relaxing time, lovely to see those photos.
ReplyDeleteLooks lovely xx
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful country...thanks for sharing with all of us around the world!!
ReplyDeleteElizabeth in WA
I had forgotten how beautiful Tassie was(lived there for almost 14 months, when I was a great deal younger). Thank you for taking the time to share, have a wonderful time there. Guida
ReplyDeleteHave a nice trip and fine that you show us the pictures.
ReplyDeletei've not long come back from tassie, it's very beautiful down there & no humidity!
ReplyDeletebe sure to drop into the historic sites, Port Arthur & the Cascades Female factory, a lot of history in those two
above all enjoy your holiday, all of you!
selina from kilkivan qld
Oh I cant wait to see you in Ballarat. Which book shop will you be at x
ReplyDeleteLooks like a lovely time to travel! The sky is blue; the grass is a lovely green; and, look! There are cows! Time with Trisha will be a treat after being on the road! I hope you find some wonderful fresh food, meet some charming kindred spirits, and enjoy the time away.
ReplyDeleteI googled Tasmania the other day after reading the bog and looked at the Google images site - wow!! Incredibly beautiful there. I love the "on the road" shots - they help support my daydream that I'm in the back seat, riding along. Beth in MN
ReplyDeleteLovely Tasmania. Our daughter lived in Launceston for many years till recently and I miss the visits there. See you keep going over my old territory.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to return to Tasmania for a road trip. How long did the ship take- I'm think that is a sunrise photo?? Safe travels.
ReplyDeletePost card perfect Tassie!
ReplyDeleteSorry to have missed you while here in Tassie Rhonda. A rare opportunity at our house where the children didn't have sporting commitments to do some maintenance, namely my irrigation in my orchard and vegie garden. I hope you had a great turn out and enjoyed our tropical weather :-) Ali :-) from the hills of Sandfly
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the trip is going well, loved seeing you in Albury. How beautiful Tasmania looks , I would really love to go there one day. I am enjoying the new book and have already read half way through. Best wishes from Judi.
ReplyDeleteoh this is uncanny timing as Joe and I will land in Hobart on March 6th this year for a much needed holiday and respite! I'm so excited and looking forward to seeing the natural beauty and eating lots of great local food xxx
ReplyDeleteYou'll love it, Sue. I've been there twice before, in 1966 and 1989, and it always reminds me of the best part of Sydney in the 1960s. Look out for the many fruit stalls along the way - lots of raspberries, apples and honey.
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