Melbourne, Victoria is Australia’s second largest city and is well known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere. In the heart of Melbourne, St. Kilda is known as one of the most cosmopolitan suburbs in the city. Like many districts in big cities, St. Kilda has had a checkered history. In its early years, it was Melbourne’s first [...]

More and more destination resorts have been offering discounts and free upgrades in order to increase overall tourism. With the economy in the toilet and more people focusing on the stay-at-home vacation, areas that rely on the travel industry have been working hard and promoting big time to increase the amount of seasonal visitors. But [...]

If you’re planning on visiting all of Melbourne’s attractions, it’s about time to start studying up on the city’s transportation system. While many of the sites within the Central Business District are walkable, you’ll have to take public transit to reach destinations in both the inner and outer suburbs. With a bit of research and [...]

If your idea of a great vacation involves a lot of time spent in world-class museums, put Melbourne next on your list of must see cities. With a number of institutions dedicated to art, culture, and history, Melbourne has a wealth of incredible exhibits that will keep you and your family occupied for the length [...]

Though Sydney might get the majority of international attention, most Australians know that Melbourne has its own share of great attractions. While a stay in Melbourne warrants at least a week of your vacation time, we’ve boiled down the top five things you have to do when you visit. Here they are, listed in no [...]

Melbourne is a great place to bring your family, and a large part of that is due to the quality of its museums. It’s truly a pleasure to watch kids learn while they’re having fun, and the museums here do a wonderful job of providing that combination. Likewise, most museums have exhibits that appeal to [...]

You wouldn’t think it just from wandering through the streets, but Melbourne is teeming with wildlife. If you know where to look, you’ll find more animals than you could possibly imagine. That’s why we’ve prepared this treasure map to help you discover Melbourne’s wildlife. The first stop has to be the Melbourne Zoo, Australia’s oldest. [...]

Melbourne really shines at night, as restaurants and bars fill up with locals and tourists looking to enjoy everything the city has to offer. Regardless of whether you’re looking for a quiet drink or a crazy night on the dance floor, rest assured Melbourne has your party. Different districts and neighborhoods are known for their [...]

Melbourne, Australia’s second largest city, is often said to have ‘four seasons in one day’, and whilst this doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll get real extremes of weather you do need to be prepared for a change in weather conditions. After all, there’s nothing worse than having to put up with rain and not knowing where [...]