We took the car on the Spirit of Tasmania

It was an interesting experience to say the least. The cabins were tiny and hot, but it's only one night, so you can put up with it for the convenience of having your own car with you.

We boarded at Station Pier in Port Melbourne and waited on deck while the ship departed and made its way past Williamstown, where I was living at the time.

Then we had dinner in one of the restaurants on board. Very nice as I recall, but a word of warning. Do not eat too much if this is your first time at sea.

Settled in to the small and hot cabin to try to sleep.

Woke up early to get ready to disembark in Devonport.