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THE escalator floats down to the lower floors like a prima ballerina. “I want to encourage you to feel like you are entering a netherworld,” Arts Centre Melbourne Concierge and Tour Guide Geoff Wallis says in the kind of hushed tones reserved for a live dance performance…or an underbelly...

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...

Of the things to do in Melbourne, exploring Melbourne’s laneways is one of the most alluring. The laneways of Melbourne are full of cafes and cosy bars. Exploring the laneways of Melbourne is one of the things you should do whether it’s your first or 10th visit to the...

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. Travel light In Melbourne, United Backpackers 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.United Backpackers Melbourne United Backpackers draws...

Newsflash: Accor Hotels took over the management of Tune Hotel Melbourne on 1 May 2016 and rebranded the hotel, which is no known as Ibis Melbourne Swanston Street. The review below was published in 2015 when the hotel was Tune Hotel Melbourne.The lobby at Tune Hotel Melbourne has a groovy...