02.16.2024 Eden, Australia

It’s a nice day in Eden. A light breeze and 74. Diana again didn’t feel well (darn digest issues) so Myron did our Viking excursion today. “Two Fold Bay Catamaran” the warm breezes of Twofold Bay carry you through pristine landscapes from the water during a catamaran cruise. Sit back and relax as your catamaran skims the azure waters, taking in the magnificent vistas of Twofold Bay. As you cruise along the coast, admire the views of Ben Boyd National Park and the stunning shoreline, blanketed with forests and historic buildings. Your knowledgeable crew will furnish you with information about your surroundings, and the harbor, which is one of the deepest natural harbors in the Southern Hemisphere.
Diana was much better by noon so she joined Myron on shore to visit the small fishing village of Eden.
The eastern coastline has rugged cliffs at the southern end a wide, sandy surf beach, Aslings Beach, north of the cliffs. The beach ends at the entrance to Lake Curalo, a safe boating inlet of Twofold Bay. Although the urban settlement of Eden commenced in 1843 the settlement was not officially proclaimed as a township until 20 March 1885. The town's main industries include fishing, forestry, and tourism.
The Eden Killer Whale Museum informs visitors of the history of whaling in the area and the role of orcas (killer whales) led by Old Tom in herding whales into the harbour and helping whalers kill them. The whalers rewarded the orcas by allowing them to eat the lips and tongues of the dead whales.
We sailed early around 4 today and are making our way to Sydney.
Dinner tonight in the Restaurant with Lynn and Marshall. We have an early night as we want to be up at 5ish tomorrow morning for the sail in to Sydney Harbor.Read more