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Welcome to edition #52 of B ME Bites! This week, the Epic Aussie Van Life Road Trip continues with wine, laughs, and a stunning sunrise (plus a quirky bathroom story!). Join in as we roll into the Barossa Valley for New Year’s Eve, get a mystery wine surprise, and receive five-star van service from absolute legends.

Epic Aussie Van Life Road Trip - Gold Coast to Uluru and Back – Part 3

Barossa Valley – Wine, Celebrations and Scenic Views

From unexpected road stops to gourmet delights, this leg of the journey served up a perfect mix of chaos, charm, and celebration.

A Sunrise Worth the Detour

After pushing through a long night of driving and grabbing just a few hours of sleep at a roadside rest stop, we woke to something completely magical—a breathtaking sunrise. There was no toilet in sight and getting to the porta potty was just too hard, so let’s just say it was nature's bathroom for the win! And honestly? That sunrise made it 100% worth it. Nature was putting on a show, and we had front row seats.

Service, Setbacks and Surprise Support

We rolled into the Barossa Valley a little late but grateful to have made it. We'd booked the van in for the service it desperately needed before heading into the outback, but of course, nothing ever goes exactly to plan. The team at Barossa Volkswagen had no idea we were coming—despite the online booking. Facepalm moment! But after some back-and-forth, they worked their magic, found what they needed, and committed to doing the big job in the time we had. Absolute legends!

With Princess Panda (our van!) in the hands of the experts, we unloaded what we needed for the next couple of days and were even given a lift to our motel. They later dropped the van off after it was serviced, just like they said they would. That’s service you don’t forget.

Exploring Tanunda and Finding a Hidden Gem

We stayed at The Wine Vine Hotel in Tanunda—comfy beds, ideal location, and the perfect base for a couple of days of exploring, eating, and indulging. After checking in and getting sorted, we wandered the main street and picked up a few groceries. When dinner time came around, we stumbled upon Bar:Musque, a quirky restaurant with an adventurous menu and "mystery wines." It turned out to be one of the absolute highlights of the trip. Delicious food, great vibe, and an experience we won’t forget anytime soon.

A New Year's Eve to Remember

New Year’s Eve was the kind of day that you look back on with a smile. We did the Barossa Tipple of Gin Tour with Barossa Wine Tours—a full-day journey through boutique wineries and a gin distillery. The tour guide was fantastic: knowledgeable, warm, and passionate about the region. We visited places we’d never have found on our own—hidden gems full of flavour and stories.

We returned to our motel to find Princess Panda waiting for us, freshly serviced and ready for the next leg of the adventure. The evening wrapped up with a cheese and charcuterie board and a glass (or two) of wine. None of us made it to midnight—we were all tucked up by 7pm, welcoming the new year in the best way: rested, content, and full of gratitude.

Road Trip Lessons So Far

• Sunrises hit differently when you’ve had three hours of sleep and no bathroom nearby.

• Go with the flow. Glitches happen, but most people will help you work it out.

• Say yes to the mystery wine. You just might discover something amazing.

🍷 What’s the most memorable food or drink experience you’ve had while travelling? Hit reply and share it!

Next up: Heading into the Outback – Port Augusta, Glendambo, and Coober Pedy await!

In Case You Missed It: B ME HQ Weekly Recap

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Weekly Challenge

Your mission for this week, if you choose to accept it, is to do the following:

Building on week 1 and 2, this week take some time to visualise how it will feel to reach your goal or complete your adventure. Whether it’s standing at the finish line, seeing your idea come to life, or soaking in the view at the end of your road trip—let that vision fuel your motivation and remind you why you started.

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Resource Roundup

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