We had to be checked out of our accommodations in Brisbane by 10:00am, at which time we proceeded to the bus stop across the street to catch a quick ride to the South Bank Bus/Train Station. We took the train to the outskirts of Surfers Paradise, then a 20 minute bus ride into the city. We got off the train in the middle of the city (a few blocks from the coast), then used a map on Jay's iPhone to determine which direction we needed to walk in order to find our hotel. We walked a good 15 minutes down the streets and finally came to the Trilogy at Surfers Paradise where we had put a deposit down on a couple of large condo style rooms earlier that same morning. Accommodations for the entire two day weekend totaled to A$108 per person, which we thought was a pretty good deal. The good deal was confirmed shortly after entering our rooms. Here's a look at the inside!
Hard to beat a full kitchen, living area, three bedrooms, and a balcony with a pretty cool view of the city! (We were on the 11th floor) Here's a look from the balcony (afternoon and evening):
After we dropped off our luggage, we walked down the street in search of some lunch! (Finally, since it was already close to 2:30!) Lunch would not normally be a noteworthy event, which is the case here, except for what was showing on the television (muted though):
Yep, none other than "War Eagle, Roll Tide" (As it should rightly be called) ESPN special was playing! Except for the fact that we were some 8,000 miles away, it felt like we were right at home!
We walked down and saw the beach (didn't stay because it was quite overcast) then headed back to the condo for some relaxing. For dinner we used our kitchen and pulled our monies together to have a nice dinner of lasagna, salad, and sweet tea (Reel's making) for around A$5 a person. Not too shabby! We enjoyed chewing the cud and being away from organized events for the evening, ending in a wonderful night's rest, with more relaxation coming tomorrow!
You seem to "chew the cud" a lot :P
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