But mostly it was the outdoor attractions in Newcastle that I liked. The ocean baths, in particular, were mind-blowing. The tide would rise about an hour after sunrise and every wave would pound over the edge of the baths and into the pool.
Here's a selection of photos from the trip, you can find a complete collection of the photos on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1433693700263810.1073741835.100008695801908&type=1
Highlights from a week in Newcastle