Victoria

Daylesford is far from a secret destination. Each year more than 1.5 million visitors are wined, dined, pampered, enlightened, cleansed and rejuvenated in the spa capital of Australia. Just 80 mins drive from Melbourne, even if you’re a Daylesford tragic (like me), it’s impossible to see and do everything...

If you love Australia and love the natural world and if you appreciate outdoor adventures then you’ll like the Grampians in Victoria. During this trip, we discovered many wonderful things to do in Grampians and places to see and photograph. Like many other places in Australia, there’s much hiking to do in...

Two small towns nestled on the banks of the mighty Murray River known as Cobram Barooga. These towns are divided by the river, with Cobram located in Victoria, and Barooga in New South Wales. Cobram  Cobram has a permanent population of about 6000 people. It has a Mediterranean climate, with approximately...

An island on the doorstep of Melbourne, Phillip Island is a popular destination to visit as a day trip. Famous for its little penguin colony, the island is located 124km south of Melbourne and is connected to the mainland by a bridge. Phillip Island photos We head to The Nobbies to...

What does Nick Cave, a bar made of ice, and a corset have in common? A hurly burly bar-hop in Melbourne! Melburnians are spoilt for choice when aching for a bevy, and they all have their favourites. Out-of-towners however may find the options overwhelming and it seriously is enough...

Backpacking is one way to save money and travel light. United Backpackers Melbourne offers affordable dorm-style accommodation. United Backpackers has friendly staff and provides a comfortable place to bunk down in Melbourne’s city centre. Rates are affordable and it’s a good way to meet other travellers. While in Melbourne, go and see the...