We left Loxton with the intention of heading to Mannum or Murray Bridge, but once again we had a change of plans and decided to head to Adelaide. We decided we would set up at a nice park and do day trips from here. We passed through Mannum, which was a beautiful place. Booked into the BIG4 Adelaide Shores park in West Beach - kid heaven. We were right next to the park, games room, bouncy pillow, pool, etc and it was a beautiful park. Plus lots of other kids. Happy kids, happy us!
We met a wonderful couple, Judy and Tony who live in the Barossa Valley. They were our neighbours for 3 days and we were treated to hot muffins 2 days in a row! Thanks Judy and Tony.
From Adelaide we did a day trip down to Victor Harbour, Port Elliot and Goolwa, all lovely spots. The kids loved the horse drawn tram across to Granite Island in Victor Harbour. They even got to hold the horse's reins on the way back. We could have spent more time down there so in hindsight should have stayed down there.
Another day trip to the Barossa via the Adelaide Hills. 1st stop - Hahndorf, a gorgeous European style town, where we enjoyed wandering down the main street. Next stop, chocolate and cheese factories. Yummy! Next stop, the Big Rocking Horse and it is HUGE! Donna and the kids enjoyed climbing to the top, despite some very steep ladders. Then we wandered around the animal enclosure which had goats, alpacas, chickens, sheep, ducks and duckling and peacocks. There was one goat who spent the entire time we were there standing on a tree branch! Further on to the Barossa Reservoir or Whispering Wall, a 140m concrete reservoir which allows you to hear someone talking from the other end. The kids loved it and it brought back memories for Donna who remembers visiting the same place 29 years ago! From here we went into the heart of the Barossa and stopped at Jacobs Creek and Seppeltsfield Wineries. Simon and Donna even managed to get in a bit of wine tasting! Last stop, Maree and Ian Rothe's house (more rellies) in Tanunda. We spent 2 lovely hours with Maree and Ian in their new home overlooking vineyards. Thank you Maree and Ian for a great afternoon.
After a jam packed day we drove back to Adelaide and to Anna (Simon's cousin) and Martin's home for tea. Unfortunately we didn't get to see Caityln and Martin only briefly, but thank you Anna and Tim for a delicious tea and great catch up. Home for a well earned sleep!
Our last day in Adelaide we spent at Glenelg, which we loved - gorgeous beach, great walk tracks, amazing homes and a great relaxed feel. A relaxing afternoon at the caravan park.
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| Hanhdorf main street |
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| Hanhdorf |
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| Hahndorf |
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| Chloe, Ben & Donna at the top of the BIG Rocking Horse |
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| Barossa Reservoir - Whispering Wall |
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| Jacob's Creek Winery |
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| Seppeltsfield Winery |
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| Glenelg |
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| Glenelg |
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