Day 19 - On The Ghan - Darwin to almost Alice Springs We didn't sleep much. It was muggy but cold with the air conditioner or fan on, plus we were scared we would sleep through the alarm. We were up, had breakfast and at the station by 6:20am. We were the first passengers. The staff were all very friendly and checked the car, making notes of scratches etc. They were happy with the way the window was taped (I was very nervous that the tape wouldn't hold). I aske...

Day 18 - Tuesday 10th July 2012 It was hot and humid overnight. We didn't sleep well in the camper. That was the last night in the camper. Today we pack up because we are staying in a motel. We have an early start on Wednesday. We have to have the car at the railway station between 6:30 and 7:00 am to go on The Ghana. We took our time packing up and gave away the stuff that was left in the fridge. We drove to the motel we had booked - the Paravista in Parap. ...

Day 17 - Monday 9th July Today We went to the Casino. They have Monday Madness for over 50's. You join and get $20 pokie money on your member card, a buffet lunch for $9.95, a free drink and a $5 Keno ticket. I used my $20 and walked into the city to do some shopping while Merv stayed to win his fortune. I came back for lunch and played games on the iPad until about 5pm. Merv kept playing the pokies. He didn't have a good day. We went to Stokes Hill Wharf fo...

Day 16 - Sunday 8th July 2012 War Museum, Oil Tunnels, Stokes Hill Wharf It was hot over night. We definitely didn't need the doona. Today we started at the War Museum. It was amazing. The displays and stories about the first bombing in Darwin on 19th February 1942 were an eye opener. There was a 12 minute film clip which made you realize just how real it was. We both felt quite emotional. There are stories from a lot of individuals who experienced that day, a...

Day 15 - Cooinda, Kakadu to Lee Point, Darwin We booked for 4 nights but only stayed 3 so we didn't have to get up early. We were driving out at 12:10pm. We can't find my point and shoot camera or Merv's sun glasses. Hopefully they will turn up at some stage. We stopped at the Bowali Visitor Centre for a cold drink. They were saying how busy it was - we are glad we saw what we did without the crowds. We drove through the flood plains and over the South Allig...