Sunday, June 17, 2012

Coastal Treasure





The sunny weather on the second day of our mini child-free holiday was the perfect invitation for playing tourist. Although this coastal city is only one hour's drive from home we rarely visit it. Looking seaward from "The Jetty" there is much more to explore on another trip.




 Looking back towards the mountains is also a very pleasant view - especially considering it's winter here.




On the other side of "The Jetty" lies another beautiful beach. No wonder this town is popular with tourists.




After a little more sightseeing we headed for the shops and were delighted to find it was also market day. We were only away from home for 30 wonderful hours, although it seemed much longer. It was nice to be together again as a family, we were missed (and we missed them too).

Sharing at SkyWatch Friday.

27 comments:

黄清华 Wong Ching Wah said...

Wonderful photogenic place !

DeniseinVA said...

It's a beautiful area, great place for lovely long walks. I've enjoyed your other posts too. Thanks so much.

Giga said...

Dobrze, że pogoda sprzyjała Waszym mini wakacjom i można było zobaczyć cudowne widoki. Trzecie zdjęcie to widok który uwielbiam : morze i góry razem. Pozdrawiam.
It's good that your mini weather encouraged the holidays and you could see the wonderful views. The third picture is the view which I love: the sea and mountains together. Yours.

Joop Zand said...

Nice place and good pictures Karen.

Greetings, Joop

FilipBlog said...

Looks like a nice place to have a walk.

Greetings,
Filip

s.c said...

Great place for a little holiday. Looks very photographic all around.

Gail Dixon said...

I can't get over the number of boats in the water! The mountain view you had is spectacular. Even though it's winter, looks like a clear day for you. It's nice to get away, even for a day. :)

geanina said...

very nice place!
great work. the sky is fantastic....

Mina fotostunder said...

Beautiful place!

Sylvia K said...

Such a lovely place, Karen, and wonderful for a get away -- even a brief one! Glad you were able to make the most of it!! Hope your week is off to a great start!

Sylvia

Laura~Pretty Pix said...

So very lovely. Thanks for taking us along.

Jennifer {Studio JRU} said...

Now that looks like a gorgeous place to spend exploring together! Sounds like so much fun! :)

Deanna said...

Ahh looks like a wonderful 30 hours, so glad you were able to enjoy your short visit. Lovely images!!

Nadege, said...

There is nothing like a little break, but it's always wonderful to come home. Lovely images.

Isabelle said...

So glad you could have this time off. One of Life's little gift is for one to be able to say, "Now it's my turn!"
Thank you for sharing your adventure :)

Unknown said...

What a pretty place. These photos make me want to visit.

Unknown said...

This looks like such a wonderful place to visit. I enjoyed seeing all your photos.. Thanks..

Rosie@leavesnbloom said...

Lovely seaside scenes and I'm sure those kids of yours were not far from your mind for those 30 hours.

Rosemary Aubut said...

Looks like a beautiful place to visit! Great captures!

Jim said...

So beautiful.

Lea said...

Beautiful!
Happy Sky Watch Friday!
Lea
Lea's Menagerie

Magical Mystical Teacher said...

Lots of bright blue sky in these photos!

San Miguel Sky & Fence

Wanda said...

What striking pictures of the boats...very beautiful...but as lovely as the boats, what caught my eye was the homemade goodies...Since my passion is baking, and my kitchen my favorite room...I liked this photo a lot. HaHa.

Jeannette StG said...

Ah a great harbor, beach, and sunshine! What more could you want? Thanks for sharing!

Chubskulit Rose said...

Beautiful!


Sky Shots at my page, come and see. Have a great weekend.

Steffi said...

What a great place on earth where you live!Have a nice weekend!

Unknown said...

Great photos, and my mouth is watering with thoughts of Mum's baking!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada,.

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