Melbourne
The neighbourhoods surrounding the CBD are what makes Melbourne such a diverse city; from the St Kilda Pier and beachside eateries to Fitzroy's ever-evolving cafe scene and the roar of crowds at Marvel Stadium in Docklands to the epic array of Greek restaurants on Swan Street in Richmond, Melbourne's lively suburbs are a must for any visitor. While the city is an exciting place to explore, much more awaits for those travelling a little out of the city. Day trips are popular, with the Yarra Valley just 90 minutes' drive away, full of wineries and hiking trails and Phillip Island just a short boat ride off the coast where you can watch the famous fairy penguins return at sunset after a day's fishing at sea.
Romantic Winter Escapes
Red wine, open fireplaces and the need to share body heat make winter one of the most romantic times of year. Celebrate it by enjoying one of these dreamy escapes with your significant other.
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How to be Miserable in Melbourne
Are you a Sydneysider determined to prove your home town is superior? Are you holding a grudge against the city that invented AFL? Or are you simply in a bad mood? Whatever your motivation, you’ll be pleased to find this foolproof guide on how to be utterly miserable in the world’s most liveable city.
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Discover Coburg Like a Local
Located only a 20-minute drive from Melbourne’s CBD and an easy No 19 tram ride up iconic Sydney Road - Melbourne’s longest continuous shopping strip – Coburg, like Brunswick, is fast becoming the place to while away the weekend hours. This once-quiet northern suburb is become increasingly trendy with international cuisine, authentic suburban nature trails, family fun and cultural experiences – like the transformed Pentridge precinct - to tempt.
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3 Easy Peasy Winter Getaways
International guests wax lyrical about Australia in the summer months, but the locals know that winter getaways are where we shine bright. So, here are our top 3 winter getaways for holiday-starved Aussies.
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Pack Light for your Summer Vacay
You’ve got your flights booked or the car sorted. You’ve lined up some cool accommodation for a summer escape. Work is on hold and it’s time to leave your worries behind. Now all you need to do is pack. Can it really be that hard?
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