Pondy Trip. On progressing to 7th Marriage Anniversary

I drove from B'lore to Pondy on a early Saturday; started at 5:30 AM early morning.
But manage to reach pondy at 4 PM in the afternoon. With so many breaks due to Boji's motion sickness and Omi's delayed food intake. Checked-in the resort (Zest@ Big Beach); jumped to Swimming pool without any consideration. Pondy state highway is not good, and big big potholes are around. It's a bumpy ride. But, driving from Hosur to Krishnagiri was superb.
I took a package where Breakfast and Dinner was included. Food was good. There were lots of couples and family enjoying the weekend there. Resort was good. Rock band with DJ was playing late evening.
I had gone to Beach in the next day (Sunday) morning; and Omi started playing with sands.
Back for Breakfast and took little rest and started towards Pondy city to visit few of the places. But only manage to see beach road (M.G statue) and few french old bldgs. Had food in the city at Jayram restaurant. Drove to Chennambur (hope I got it correct), boat house for beach island trip. But, narrowly missed by 15 mins when the last boat left.
With Kid's it's difficult to plan, as Omi takes significant time in eating; and it was hot and humid; so couldn't rove around much. Possible needs to plan plainly for Pondy to visit Ashram and Matri Mandir. At that time; I would like to stay in Ashram by paying 100 bucks a day with all inclusive. Coollllllll...
Back to resort, rush to Beach side and later dumped again in swimming pool. Played few games for Sunday DJ party. Had dinner. Beach resort offered complimnetary Cake for Marriage Anniversary. Next day; after breakfast, we started at 11:30 AM towards B'lore and reached 8:30 PM at B'lore.
Beach resort is good. It's well maintained and pretty new as well. I was always scared by hearing those roaring noise of Sea thinking anytime tsunami would come. I remember the tsunami days; where the Cuddalore was maximum impact; and we are close to 7 KM from Cuddalore. Yes, the beach is 16 KM from Pondy town and off Cuddalore road.
It's a tiring journey and possibly 2 days is less for a resort stay. I learnt something; if the motto is to carry out sightseeing; it's best to choose a place within city and maximize the tourist attractions. But, if you are in resorts; maximize the facilities; they are hugh and time just flies......