The journey had some swell off the Vic coast, but that then reduced and by the time we were to Tasmania it was calm.
I have not been on a boat that big before - and I have to say - I am still sceptical that I enjoy cruising. It was a ferry ride I know - but to me - the thought of many people in a confined craft for so long just does not appeal.
This morning I slept in - I awoke to the sound of Pam's voice saying to me thru the door that it was 5.56am - I was supposed to get up at 5.30am!!!! I had not correctly set my alarm and was just beginning to awake when Pam called - thank you Pam!!! I got to the Spirit in plenty of time.
Pam's sandiches and salad were great on the trip - I ate a sandwich for breakfast, and had the salad for lunch and the chocolates for morning tea and I still have a sandwich for tomorrow. What a wonderful hostess. I recommend Pam's at Keilor to any traveller.
As I said - the journey is a long day. Arrived Devonport at 6.30pm and then spent time in the queue to get thru quarantine - a job I guess they have to do to keep the Taswegians safe from mainland disease.
Staying tonight in Launceston. Just heard church bells ringing - it is 10pm. I had a delicious local chardonnay (42' South) with dinner of chicken and asparagus linguinni - felt like lashing out after the day on the boat - it was worth it.
MMM - confession - I went to the rear level 10 outdoor deck and goosh the sunshine was nice - I dozed a bit amongst the backpackers - mmm - now I have a sunburned face!!!!
I met two blokes from SA - they have come over together for sabre nats - sharing car and trailer. Another fellow is travelling with them with his car on roof. On discovering that I am the only Qlder they offered to adopt me as a South Australian .... I wonder if I will get any better offers ... I will wait and see ...
Pics from the Spirit of Tasmania (II) ....
It certainly looks like a beautiful day going by the pics glad it wasn't rough for you. Dear me sleeping in thank goodness for Pam, yes she is a wonderful hostess and always happy to help in every way. Sunburn before you get there - "BAD" Quarantine! I didn't know about that, a new experience for you, obviously you passed through it ok. Yes think you deserved your treat. No don't be adopted you have your penny to wear, we don't want to loose you. Well you are almost there a very long journey indeed.
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