CORAL  BAY

We think we understand why the Dutch didn't settle on the west coast after bumping into it in the 1600's.  It is very flat, with low vegetation, and no hills.  Several hours driving through this countryside is a bit on the boring side.  And it's a long way between any sign of habitation!  So it's a lovely relief to reach any sort of town.  Coral Bay is only small - actually it's a couple of caravan parks, a hotel and a few shops.  Of course its main attraction is the water, with colourful coral and fish really close to the shore.  We have to admit that we didn't swim or snorkel this time - it was a bit too cool for us.  But we did enjoy several walks, paddling along the shore.

Speaking of water - it's in short supply here, so apart from drinking water, all washing etc. is done using bore water - quite salty in the showers. 

We were disappointed to find that the communication tower needed repairing, so TV and radio reception was non-existent.  We missed some of the Olympics, and had to make do with eating under the stars at the local hotel.  It's a tough life!

P.S. Just when I thought I knew what I was doing, this blog post decided to print out entirely in capitals, and I have no idea why.    Aren't computers wonderful?