Quote Originally Posted by mickd1961 View Post
A rather depressing read ��

I found that last years trip was the first time I truly switched off from work for the first time in 23 years since I started my own business.

So much so that certain parts of work I never ventured back into once I returned.

Loved the people,loved the relaxed atmosphere and loved the sports stadiums such as cricket at Brisbane and Perth Glory football.

Saw Phil Collins indoors at Perth and Jersey Boys at Brisbane,all stuff I wouldn’t normally do.

Wife wants to hold off until early 2022 which suits me as the Ashes will be on ��

I’m doing New England this autumn and Boston and now thinking of doing Vancouver next Summer 2022.

Can’t take it with you can you?��
and the supermarkets were awful. Important as we were self catering.

I'm aware it came across as depressing. I tried to balance it with a couple of positives to finish. Must try harder.

My top tip for eating and drinking out would be to use their 'Clubs' establishments I wouldn't dream of entering here. We visited RSL Clubs (Returning Servicemen Leagues most towns have them) Sydney Yacht Club. Manly Skiff Club, Penrith Panthers, Mulwalla Ski Club, Port Macquarie Yacht and Bowls Clubs and a few I've forgotten. You could become a member for the night on proof of ID or pay a few dollars for weekly membership that got you discounted food and drink. The facilities and usually the views were fantastic. Here's link to one

www.mulwalawaterski.com.au

I do recall at the end of 3 months saying to my wife 'If I could turn around and do it all again right now I would' She agreed