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  • Day 1

    Blast Off and Big Drive!

    August 2, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C

    A much needed little getaway!
    Around 18 months ago, we moved from our little Officer home to upsize to accommodate our growing little fellows.
    We expected a 6 month stay with my parents before moving on to our new family home in Junction Village.
    Things didn't quite pan out that way however, our builder Porter Davis going bankrupt 75% through a tired and ragged journey.
    As we now edge closer to home with our new builder, a little rather impromptu family adventure was on the menu.
    Early 6am start today, on the road by 6.30 for a 9.00am flight from Melbourne to Brisbane.
    Following that 2 hour flight, we'd pick up a white ISUZU 4WD for a 4 hour drive north from Brisbane to Hervey Bay via the Big Pineapple.
    Smooth sailing for the most part! The boys both driving their hand luggage bags around like (semi) pros now.
    Flight number 5 for each was fairly comfortable.
    Our accommodation for 5 nights - Akama Resort, level 2.
    Very comfy, spacious two bedroom apartment overlooking the pool.
    Not scorching weather for our escape from wintery Melbourne, but some sunshine warmth (around 21c) was still certainly welcome!
    We continued our tradition of everyday/evening spas and utilised the kitchen for our first dinner.
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