Another Aussie Adventure

It’s been a while since my last post… and a lots happened since then. But the travel bug never leaves you and we’re off on a 2 week trip over the ditch… flying into Melbourne, picking up a camper and driving to Adelaide then onto Sydney. We’ve always wanted to see more of Australia, and these little trips make the perfect short break. August 2026.

Queenstown to Melbourne and a few nights staying in Little Collins Street at The Victoria Hotel.

Coogee to Bondi Walk

Adelaide Markets

Always Epic, the Sydney Opera House

the Spit to Manly walk

Sydney and a week in Balmain

Always a pleasure to walk the streets of Melbourne 

Art and Culture 

I almost tripped over trying to get a photo of these with no tourists in (myself included) lol

Chateau Le Jucy, Tent de Roof

It took us 2 days to drive Melbourne to Adelaide and 3 days to drive to Sydney. Tho the road was long and not very interesting, we made the most of it by staying in beautiful places. Beside the Murray River, on the beach front in Adelaide and in a stunning National Park south of Cronulla… just a few of our chosen spots to spend the night. I love Aussie campgrounds. 

Flying outa London

Leaving on a jet plane… not sure when I’ll be back again. 

For now it’s bye to Europe and bye to London. Back home to holiday in our own backyard for a while. Back home to work and paint. I think there’s more than a little inspiration here.

Maritime Museum in Greenwich 

Pacific Experience was great

Setting sail or taking flight. History is always a great inspiration for art

Colour and pattern

A little quote from the wall

Last days in London

We’ve done everything we wanted to do on this journey and more. Finishing up at a nice hotel in the middle of the city is a treat. Home this weekend! 

What a trip!

A thorough look at the Borough Market

Eclectic mix at Tate Modern Gllery

Mosaic wall beside the Thames

True story

St Paul’s Cathedral 

Bumping into Birmingham

Quick stopover on our way from Wales to London… couldn’t resist checking out this industrial city. There’s a different kinda vibe here… it’s busy and multicultural which I like. Had the best Thai meal too.

Memorial for Ozzy

Canals and development 

Inner city Birmingham

Good street art here

Had a great time in Dublin, felt like home

Dublin down in Ireland

We caught the ferry over from Holyhead to Dublin yesterday for a few days catching up with family. It’s great to be back. Nice little city breaks are how we’re finishing this trip.

Temple Bar… nice for a drink and stroll

Souvenirs anyone ??

Museums and galleries to view

After selling the car, it’s back to backpacking 

Where’s the train station hehe