We were so lucky to be in Melbourne during the Australian Open. We were there the first day / hot hot hot! Saw Rafa Nadal, Andy Murray & more – luv it!

After touring the street art / we were very thirsty! The river in Melbourne had some wonderful beer gardens. And the central bus station is s city landmark. Photos to follow

We travelled from Hobert Tasmania back to Melnourne & stayed downtown. Such a vibrant city. We had the whole afternoon and one of our first stops was to see the street art. amazing!

Here – Banksey’s are painted over-crazy!

The next few posts will have a few of our favs

In our short stay in Tasmania, we found a people who loved their land and considered themselves fortunate to live there. It is a country/island with a strong maritime heritage. Hardy souls. The link to Antarctic expeditions is interesting.

Hobart is a beautiful small city with lovely old buildings and parks. …time to give thanks …once again to convict labor? Indeed. Their building contributions are seen all around Australia.

While our time in Tasmania was too short, we did jam in some fun. I found the Bruny Island trip fun and we had some other adventures.

Greg rented a road bike for a day and explored Hobart & area. Jack & I went to MONA – museum of old & new art and had a blast! Very eclectic- very hands on. Pictures to follow in next post.

We celebrated the Victoria Pub last night of business with its local clients- yes, we stumbled in for a beer and joined the celebration. The mounted buffalo was interesting in Taz.

We celebrated Jack’s excellent semester with a chef’s choice dinner at an excellent restaurant.

We found a fun Malaysian restaurant for dinner one night.

The most fun was Salamanca market area which had the best music, pubs, and casual dining. ….we wish we had found it a night earlier!

Saturday Salamanca market was a fun mix of good & crafts.