Finding France: The best ways to enjoy a French-inspired day in Geelong

It’s not tricky to live so Frenchy, so chic in our regional home of Geelong. In celebration of the French…

20 things for $20 (or less) across the stunning Bellarine and Mornington peninsulas 

Prices are being pushed up across the board affecting everything from groceries to utilities, transport to entertainment. We’ve come up…

The best places to stargaze (and camp under the stars) in Australia

The Milky Way has inspired us all since the beginning of humankind, but Stargazing tourism is getting more popular in recent years. Searches…

Start planning for your summer holiday with these 10 expert tips for budget-friendly travelling

Contrary to popular belief, travel doesn’t have to break the bank. It’s actually quite possible to travel on a budget…

How to plan an unforgettable road trip across regional Victoria 

Have a couple of months free to hit the open road across regional Victoria? You’re truly living the dream, so…

Let’s ride: A beginner’s guide to mountain bike riding in the You Yangs

A thirty-minute drive from Geelong, or less than an hour from Melbourne is the You Yangs Regional Park; lands that…

Point Lonsdale: The Bellarine’s unassuming gem just waiting to be discovered

Nestled on a rocky outcrop at the south-eastern end of the Bellarine Peninsula, overlooking the entrance to Port Phillip Bay,…

A visitors guide to Geelong: A weekend away

Geelong is often noted as being the gateway to the Great Ocean Road for Melbournians, and visitors recognise it as…

Tick off East Gippsland’s best bucket list outdoor experiences

East Gippsland is home to beautiful beaches, crystal clear lakes and endless wilderness areas. In winter there are snow-capped mountains…

10 of the most beautiful theatres in regional Victoria

We’re pretty lucky here in Australia, a bunch of our live entertainment venues have  been around for many years, and…

Regional Victoria’s coolest hidden beaches worth escaping to this summer  

With the weather on the up and the beaches looking more and more enticing,  Melburnians and Aussies from all corners…

Things to do in and around Geelong during that weird, lazy week between Christmas and New Years

Alright, Christmas is over, New Year’s Eve is approaching and we have no idea what day it is or who…

Sail into the summer holidays with Port Phillip Ferries’ new free-for-kids summer cruises

Looking for something different to entertain the kids these festive holidays? How about an adventure across the bay on a…

The locals’ guide to a day-trip to Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula

Teaming with diverse hospitality and cultural offerings, a vibrant community heart, and unrivalled connectivity to some of Victoria’s best beaches,…

The stunning Tesselaar KaBloom Festival of Flowers returns in 2023

In some blooming good news for the new year, the Tesselaar KaBloom Festival of Flowers is returning to the Dandenong…

Must-visit: Frankston’s Playne Street is packed with rooftop bars, entertainment and dance floors

Frankston is an underrated gem. From those aforementioned beaches, to an annual street art festival that’s turning the city into…

Arbory Afloat’s infinity pool is officially open for the summer season

Arbory Afloat is open for the summer, which means we’ll be cooling off in the most glamorous way possible: three…

A pop-up 130-metre Zipline across the Yarra is coming to Melbourne this summer

Your next trip to the CBD has been upgraded. Returning for 2022 after a wildly successful first run last year,…

Sunnymead Hotel: The fun new retro-inspired 4.5-star hotel to open on the Great Ocean Road this Summer

If you’re looking to holiday down the Coast for the summer, you’re in luck. A brand-new hotel has arrived, and…

The most luxurious coastal stays for your next getaway on the Bellarine Peninsula

On the Bellarine Peninsula, our backyard is just full of stunning scenery, epic adventures, culinary delights, and entirely luxurious stays,…

You can now head down to this beautiful local field and pick your very own strawberries 

Nothing says summer on the coast quite like juicy strawberries warm from the sun, and fortunately for us, we have…

It’s time, the Spirit of Tasmania officially arrives in Geelong this weekend

The countdown is on until the region calls Geelong the new Victorian home of Spirit of Tasmania. After 37 years…

GoBoat is bringing its floating picnics to the Geelong Waterfront this summer

Ever dreamed of being your own captain on Geelong’s bay, sans the need for a boat licence? Or perhaps you’ve…

The 1000 Steps

Melbourne walking track The 1000 Steps has finally reopened

Visitors will again get to experience the popular destination 1,000 Steps, also known as the Kokoda Track Memorial Walk at…

 

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