After a rather abrupt return to Perth and some necessary appointments, we were back in Queensland. Our journey resumed in South Brisbane, where we settled into a hotel for a few days of rest and re-planning before rejoining our caravan and the lovely company we'd left behind. Sometimes, the best adventures are the ones that involve a comfortable bed and room service, at least for a little while.

The hotel room offered a rather impressive view.

Looking out over the South Brisbane cityscape from our hotel room.
Looking out over the South Brisbane cityscape from our hotel room.

From our vantage point, the city sprawled out, a tapestry of buildings both old and new. We could even make out the train lines snaking through the urban landscape, a constant reminder of the city's pulse.

Our accommodation was a blend of the modern and the slightly quirky.

Our hotel balcony in South Brisbane was decorated in a way we found unique.
Our hotel balcony in South Brisbane was decorated in a way we found unique.

The balcony, with its artificial greenery and bicycle-themed décor, was certainly…unique. We appreciate the commitment to outdoor living, even indoors. It served as a pleasant space to enjoy our morning coffee, a small luxury we were happy to indulge in.

Taking a stroll around South Brisbane, we encountered some rather interesting public art.

Public art adds an interesting dimension to the architecture in South Brisbane.
Public art adds an interesting dimension to the architecture in South Brisbane.

These enormous, geometrically patterned spheres outside a grand building, quite possibly a government structure, made for a striking visual. The wet pavement only amplified the metal's reflective quality, creating a surreal and somewhat imposing scene.

Further on, another cluster of these metallic orbs dotted a public square.

A collection of geometric spheres becomes a playground in a South Brisbane public square.
A collection of geometric spheres becomes a playground in a South Brisbane public square.

A small child, oblivious to the artistic merit or possible existential commentary of the sculptures, was enjoying the open space. It's a nice reminder that art, at its best, is there for everyone. And that even large spheres can be fun to run around.

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