A coastal town made for relaxing | Byron bay | Vlog 108 and 109
Byron Bay served me as a place to reflect on the previous months of my travels. It wasn’t emotionally charged, but rather a destination where I finally gave myself more days than necessary to explore. A place where I didn’t rush through a packed itinerary, but instead could focus on connecting with the people I met.
My highlight was visiting the Cape Byron Lighthouse — after that, I took things very easy. The final days consisted of relaxing on the beach, enjoying drinks at local bars and restaurants, and soaking in the laid-back atmosphere. It’s a small hippie town, and I’m embracing all of it. It’s perfectly acceptable to do things differently here; that’s what this place is all about.
The Hippie Town festival:
My life might have become more relaxed, but things got busier in Byron Bay during the final few days. As expected, this hippie town hosts its own festival. I left at the perfect time, though it was my only option since I couldn’t extend my stay—all accommodation was fully booked! Had I known earlier, I could have adjusted my dates and attended the festival. There will be other opportunities, either next time or at a different location. There’s so much more to experience on this journey. I can’t do everything; too many places, not enough time.
From Byron Bay, I took the bus to Coffs Harbour. Unfortunately, this is my second-to-last destination on the east coast. It didn’t start well. Departing sunny Byron Bay in the afternoon, I arrived around 9pm in Coffs Harbour. I must have looked up the wrong bus stop — I thought it would be a short walk to my hostel, but Google Maps showed a 2.5-hour walk. Not too concerning; my backpack is light enough for that distance, and I would still reach the hostel before midnight. Then it started to rain. What a disappointment! Anyway, soaked through, I made it, wrote and edited this blog and vlog, and now it’s time for bed!
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