Laters Townsville

So we have come to the end of our stay with friends in Townsville. On our last day there we had a bbq at the rockpool at the Strand and we enjoyed some swimming and sunbathing, which was a great end to our stay!

So to sum up Townsville :
When we were in Cairns and people asked us our itinerary, almost everyone advised us not to go to Townsville. However we're glad we did and would recommend it!

• The Strand has a lovely Esplanade along the beachfront, the stinger nets were out so you can swim in the sea too.
• The Rockpool on the Strand (photograph above) is filled with sea water and is great for swimming. There are also free bbq's at the Rockpool. 
• Castle Hill is a must see, if you're feeling brave jog up it! 
• Mt Stuart has amazing views over the whole of Townsville. 
• If you aren't staying in Townsville CBD then hire a car,as we did. There are lots of out of town shopping centres and its a great way to get around. With your own freedom to see and do what you want. 
• Townsville CBD has a number of shops, art exhibitions, restaurants etc. 
• The Riverway is another great place to swim. As the name suggests it is adjacent to the river and consists of two swimming pools. One pool has a lane cordoned off for serious swimmers wanting to do some laps. 
• When in Townsville you have to go over to Magnetic Island. There are regular ferry's back and forth from Townsville and also a car ferry so you can take your own car across if you wish- however from our experience I'd advise to hire a car there as its so much fun! 

On our last night we were sat outside enjoying the warmth when this massive cricket flew at us!

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