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The best winter getaways from Melbourne in Victoria
For the brave among us who are eager to embrace the cold, there are several amazing winter getaways worth bundling up for.
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From Melbourne's best-kept secrets to last-minute road trips to major international jaunts, we've got your travel needs covered
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Cosy cabins you can stay in
If you're not a fan of roughing it but love the outdoors, try staying in a cosy cabin near Melbourne.
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The best scenic drives
There's nothing like hitting the tarmac and heading out for an adventure on the open road.
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Road trip-worthy motels
We’ve scoured the state for the kookiest, most charming and unique motels in Victoria.
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Weekend getaway guides
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Weekend getaways: Mallacoota
Mallacoota is a small fishing town in East Gippsland that was near-devastated by the Black Summer bushfires in 2019/2020. Driving through you will pass...
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Weekend Getaways: Phillip Island
Known for its healthy colonies of little penguins, seals and Hemsworths, Phillip Island has long been one of Melbourne's favourite destinations for a family...
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Weekend getaways: Mansfield
You may have heard of Mansfield or even driven through it on your way to Mt Buller and not really given it much thought. Let’s change that. Mansfield is...
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Weekend getaways: Yarra Valley
It's difficult to believe, when you're standing in Melbourne CBD, that there is a world-class wine region just an hour's drive away. But with hundreds of...
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Weekend getaways: Castlemaine and Kyneton
The coast gets all the glory, with its shining vistas and its glittering seascapes. But central Victoria should be your next weekend away...
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Weekend getaways: the Grampians
The Grampians is an expansive national park to the northwest of Melbourne. Driving past Ararat you’ll spot them in the distance – a lumpy...
Short escapes from Melbourne
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The best day trips from Melbourne
If you're looking for a break from the inner-city grid, there's no better cure than a day trip from Melbourne. The state of Victoria is full of friendly...
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Gorgeous natural wonders to visit near Melbourne
Victoria has an abundance of beautiful locations to sneak off and visit. That’s just pure facts. We’ve cherry-picked the state’s most...
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Where to go glamping in Victoria
For those who want to experience the great outdoors without experiencing too much of the great outdoors, there's glamping. These spacious, decked-out bell...
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Virgin Australia is slinging $99 flights from Melbourne to Uluru
Run, don't walk to snag tickets – they won't last long!
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The fifth longest flight in the world operates out of Melbourne – but a new Aussie route is set to be a record-breaker
If you thought Melbourne to Dallas was an epic flight, wait until you hear about Qantas' ambitious new route
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Yes! Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne has been named among the world's top gardens
This sanctuary is the largest garden devoted exclusively to Australian native plants
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The best cultural getaways in NSW for families
Who says that education stops when your kids step foot out of the classroom? Discovery Parks are your base for cultural adventures across NSW—where...
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The best action-packed holiday destinations for adrenaline-junkie families
Few things compare to escaping the ordinary and getting the blood pumping with activities that make you feel alive. That’s why we’ve rounded up...
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The most beautiful nature destinations for outdoor family getaways
Everyone has their own idea of the perfect escape. For some, it’s the chance to kick back and relax, while for others, it’s an opportunity to pedal...
Interstate trips from Melbourne
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Your ultimate travel guide to Rottnest Island
Just a zippy 30-minute ferry ride from Fremantle (or 90 minutes from the Perth CBD), Rottnest Island is one of Western Australia's greatest gems. Also known by...
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The 15 things you have to do in Adelaide
Whether you're visiting for a quick weekend away or an extended stay, these are the best things to do.
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How to have a sustainable 24 hours in Hobart
These venues, restaurants and markets will leave you feeling well-fed, well-travelled and eco-inspired.
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The best free things to do in Brisbane
Looking to have some fun without breaking the bank?
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A guide to Australia’s best big things
Australia is home to more than 150 "big things" – huge outdoor novelty sculptures scattered across the continent
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The 50 best restaurants in Hong Kong you have to try
If you've never been, the food alone is a good reason.
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Fancy an escape? A remote Irish island is hiring caretakers
The mostly uninhabited and very, very picturesque Great Blasket island is looking for two custodians
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A town in Sicily is selling €1 houses – and it’ll pay you to fix one up
Troina is the latest Italian town to attract new residents with rock-bottom prices and cash incentives
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France has its first ever Michelin-starred vegan restaurant
The crowdfunded ONA is overturning stereotypes about what this famously gourmet country likes to eat