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Top 10 books to pack for the kids this school holidays
The school term is nearly over, and you know what that means? School holidays, that’s what! And how better to spend a couple of weeks of a well-earned break than mixing a local getaway with a good book? Thanks to our friends at Booktopia, biggest Australian-owned online bookstore, we’ve compiled 10 book recommendations that the …
13 books to match your dream Aussie Holiday
Holidaying in Australia is pretty amazing. Gold Coast beaches? Awesome. The Sydney Opera House? Seriously impressive. And what about Uluru? Absolutely stunning. And no matter where you love to travel in Australia, there’s a book to match! Our mates at Booktopia, biggest Australian-owned online bookstore, have shared some delightful reads to enjoy while on holidays. …
Melbourne’s top 5 vegan foodie hot spots
Being allergic to both dairy and egg, choosing something to eat from a restaurant menu can be quite a challenge. Luckily, Melbourne has delicious food options for all tastes, appetites, budgets and dietary requirements. From plant-based Chinese dishes to green burgers and decadent brownies, these incredibly varied vegan eateries have one thing in common: they …
Melbourne hacks: 18 of the best cheap (and free) things to do
Melbourne is the most liveable city in the world (okay, now second to Vienna). Whether you’re a local looking for ways to spend a Sunday without spending all your hard-earned money, or a visitor searching out experiences, here are 18 ways to experience Melbourne without blowing the budget. 1. Make a run for it Explore …
Cameras out! 6 cool Melbourne laneways you’ve gotta snap
With its café culture, buzzing music scene, and the eclectic architecture, Melbourne is already putting out some seriously cool city vibes. But add to that the public art galleries in its inner-city laneways and you’ll never want to leave. Heading to this neck of the woods soon? Here are six of the coolest laneways in …
Top things to do on a Mornington Peninsula getaway
When it comes to quick and easy getaways from the Big Smoke, Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula must be one of Australia’s best. Located a little over an hour south of Melbourne, food-and wine-heaven is just a mini-road trip away from the VIC capital. Here are my top tips for making the most of a weekend in …
We check into one of Melbourne’s hottest hotels
You know that country-style welcome you get when you check into a B&B? The rush to the front door as they see you arrive to help you with your bags. The genuine smile as you walk through the entryway. The offer of a cup of tea as you take a seat on the comfy couch …
5 of Melbourne’s best rooftop bars
What better way to soak in the views of the Melbourne skyline than from a rooftop bar, with a drink in your hand? Here are five of the best that Melbs has to offer. The Rooftop at QT This is the perfect place to soak in Melbourne, from the top of the recently launched QT …
Melbourne’s top 5 romantic getaways
Looking for the perfect romantic getaway? Melbourne is one of the best places in Australia to find it, whether you’re a local or travelling from interstate. Here are our top five most romantic stays, as recommended by our Melbourne hotel experts. The Westin Melbourne Why we love it: Think five-star decadence where you are the …