Melbourne's Colourful Kabloom Festival is a fun, family friendly, outing for all to enjoy, with activities, food and games amongst the blooms...
OFF-BEAT ACCOMMODATION, IN AND OUT OF THE CITY If you’re looking for a different type of accommodation, maybe something special, in the city centre or outside of the city, here are a few quirky ...
Beautiful beaches, water sports, world class food, wineries, breweries, hiking, bushwalking, bike riding, wetlands, gardens and more - Mornington Peninsula has everything you want for a long or short ...
Many great reasons to visit Melbourne's Shrine of Remembrance, an historic monument and important landmark, free entry to museum and access to top terrace for panoramic views....
Located on Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, the famous Ashcombe Maze and Lavender Gardens will enchant adults and children alike. Renowned as Australia's oldest and largest traditional hedge maze, an...
Explore Mornington Peninsula Bay Trail, a scenic coastal walking and cycling route along the Southern coastline of Port Phillip Bay, in Melbourne, Victoria....
Tour Melbourne with iVenture pass to visit amazing attractions and save. You won't need to line up for tickets and it's easy for solo or group travel....
VISIT ICONIC AUSTRALIAN LANDMARKS Planning a day trip or a few days in the goldfields region of Ballarat, Victoria? Just 90 minutes drive from Melbourne, it’s perfect for a relaxing and fun geta...
VISIT BALLARAT BOTANICAL GARDENS A historic landmark A visit to the old gold rush city of Ballarat in Victoria isn’t complete without taking some time to wander the Ballarat Botanical Gardens. S...
Looking to go on a road trip and get away from the stresses of city life in Melbourne? Check out these fabulous locations, perfect for a weekend, or a few days if you can swing it. Jump in the car and...
Want to take a short drive and get out of Melbourne for a change of scenery? Let me give you some suggestions, from a long-time resident here. These are 6 of the best day trips from Melbourne, all muc...
14 AWESOME THINGS TO DO When visiting Melbourne you should spend some time in the countryside to explore the picturesque scenery and the many attractions on offer. Victoria’s beautiful Yarra Val...
I love putting together lists of fun facts about places I’ve been to, so of course I had to do one about my home town Melbourne, Australia. Check out my 16 fun facts about Melbourne and discover...
IMPORTANT ADVICE FROM A LOCAL If you haven’t been to Victoria’s capital city before, and planning a visit, you need to read this. Here are the most important tourist mistakes to avoid in M...
PLACES TO VISIT Recommended by a local Have you been to Melbourne and done all the touristy stuff? Want to know what else there is to do? Then you need to check out this list of unique Melbourne activ...
MELBOURNE’S BEACHSIDE SUBURB When in Melbourne, Australia, you must visit the iconic beachside suburb of St Kilda. Let me give you the 10 most awesome things to do in St Kilda that you will enjo...
A LOCAL’S RECOMMENDATIONS If you are planning to visit Melbourne, Australia, and are concerned that it might be a little pricey, think again, ‘cos there are a whole bunch of free things to...
Are you coming to Melbourne and would like to dine at some classy establishments? Are you sick of the run-of-the-mill burger/fast-food joints when travelling? I totally understand, so let me help you....
Chocolate Heaven Attention all chocolate lovers! Recently, I went to chocolate heaven. About an hour’s drive from Melbourne in the middle of wine country there is the divine Yarra Valley Chocola...
Marvel at Melbourne's pink lake. Located in Port Melbourne, Westgate Park Lake is pretty in pink. You won't believe it until you see it. It's spectacular....
POPULAR PLACES TO VISIT Walking distance from the city centre of Melbourne is the iconic suburb of Carlton. This historic area is one of the oldest parts of the city, dating from the beginning of the ...
Get up close to the Animals When you travel to the wonderful country of Australia, you have to see the local wildlife. Yes, you can go to pubs and clubs, but I’m talking about the ‘native&...
Daylesford is a beautiful town located in central Victoria. It is fortunate to have been the location of two major mineral discoveries in the past – natural mineral spring waters and gold minera...
ON MELBOURNE’S ICONIC MORNINGTON PENINSULA Looking for a beach getaway near Melbourne? I recommend a Dromana beach holiday for a few days or more, to relax on the lovely sandy beach, swim in the...
A ONE-DAY WALKING TOUR GUIDE I love Melbourne. It’s my birthplace and my hometown. So I’m a bit biased when I say it’s a marvellous city. There are so many beautiful, fun and interes...
The Yarra Valley Wine Region Melbourne, Australia, is renowned for many things – Australian Tennis Open, Formula 1 Grand Prix, Motorcycle Grand Prix, AFL Football, Melbourne Cup Racing Carnival...