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Crammed with art, history, and lots and lots of fantastic culinary offerings, Shahida Sakeri finds Melbourne an ideal destination for a city getaway.
By Shahida Sakeri on February 15, 2023
A little sun is always fun, but don’t you ever miss the cold? Well, look no further to escape the summer heat by heading Down Under to chill as the cool winter season promises to be an exciting one in Melbourne, Victoria!
By Visit Victoria on June 10, 2022
One of the most anticipated events in Melbourne’s calendar year is back!
By Visit Victoria on March 31, 2022
A new children’s e-book which aims to virtually connect loved ones with a shared adventure through Melbourne’s famous laneways and surrounding iconic regions has been launched.
By Visit Victoria on June 2, 2020
Here is a handy list of virtual experiences offered by Melbourne and Victoria’s top attractions – amazing art galleries, museums, wildlife sanctuaries, heritage sites and scenic locations.
By Visit Victoria on May 12, 2020
The eastern end of tree lined Collins Street has been known colloquially as the ‘Paris End’ with its heritage buildings and high-end boutiques but Melbourne’s best buttery flaky baked good can be found beyond the inner-city precinct.
By Visit Victoria on October 17, 2019
The Australian premiere production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child officially opened at Melbourne’s Princess Theatre.
By Visit Victoria on March 15, 2019
Darren Sylvester’s works – known for their pop culture and multinational brand references – will be on display at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
By Visit Victoria on March 15, 2019
Known as the cultural capital of Australia, Melbourne dazzles with coffee culture and aesthetic charms that is perfect if you’re flying solo!
By Haifa Hasim on March 7, 2019
These are the top five destinations recommended by Traveloka for women looking to embark on their solo travelling journey
By Traveloka on February 26, 2019
Empower women with strength, confidence and courage to embark on solo travelling, expanding horizons and conquering fears to fully master your true self.
By Traveloka on February 26, 2019
It’s not just a bar, it’s a destination! Experience Melbourne’s vibrant bar scene. Whether you’re after a colourful cocktail with a million dollar view or a few quiet spots in a student dive, you’re bound to find something that suits your mood and budget. Bar-hop like a local, dance to world class DJs, be baffled by installation art, or chow down on late night snacks. These bars will keep the light on for you – well after the last tram has gone home, of course! 1. Black Pearl The best bars for booze around the world have been named and Melbourne’s Black Pearl remains at the top of its game. As its name suggests, is a rare gem in the Fitzroy bar […]
By Visit Victoria on October 30, 2017
The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival (31 March – 9 April 2017) returns for the 25th year and all eyes will be on Melbourne as the Festival in a special collaboration will coincide with The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Announcement! The iconic Lygon Street, known as Melbourne’s own Little Italy, will host the 25th Bank of Melbourne World’s Longest Lunch, with the godfather of Italian cooking, Antonio Carluccio, at its helm. A record table length of over 580 metres, with space for 1600 diners, will run the length of Carlton’s Lygon Street. This iconic dining strip claims many Australian culinary firsts, including espresso coffee, pizza and alfresco dining. Culinary godfather and Festival favourite Antonio Carluccio will design a menu […]
By Gaya Travel on December 5, 2016
The Canggu Club proved once again to be the hottest ticket in town for Melbourne Cup Day this year and no less than 423 punters turned out in sensational style to enjoy a spectacularly sunny day of French champagne, fine food and some seriously swanky threads. Island race day glamour was definitely en pointe this year…. The Club’s lawn was transformed into ‘trackside Bali style’ with a pristine white marquee, linen covered tables, silverware and stunning floral arrangements. Guests arrived in their race day finery and floral headpieces were the order of the day. Bets were placed, corks were popped and the first of the free flow French bubbles swirled into flutes as punters with their eye on the prize […]
By Gaya Travel on November 16, 2016
Etihad Airways has introduced a new collection of destination-inspired Business Class amenity kit designs inspired by iconic cities on its extensive global network. The new range builds on the airline’s award-winning partnership with LUXE City Guides, the straight-talking, highly curated go-to guide for savvy travellers, and London-based skincare and grooming brand Scaramouche + Fandango. The unique collaboration, which was launched in October 2015, offers Etihad Airways’ guests a stylish and collectable product which provides superior comfort amenities and cultural immersion. The five new cities are Melbourne, New York, São Paulo, Rome and Bangkok, while the existing Abu Dhabi kit has been refreshed with a new design and a fully updated city guide. The designs were created exclusively for Etihad Airways […]
By Gaya Travel on November 14, 2016
Dominated by over 2,000 small and independent coffee roasters, Melbourne no doubt is leading the global charge in specialty coffee. But it’s roughly 3,954 miles away from Kuala Lumpur. – that’s a long way to go for a cup of coffee! Fortunately today, Malaysians can now spare the travel time should they want to enjoy Melbourne’s finest coffee beans and buy them online at Cafebond.com instead!
By Gaya Travel on October 28, 2016
Adelphi Hotel not only impresses but also raises the bar on what an outstanding accommodation with a strong character should be.
By Shahida Sakeri on January 5, 2016
Australia • Australia & Pacific • Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia tops the annual Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) Global Liveability Index for the fifth consecutive year as the world’s most liveable city. Even as the liveability scores of other cities worldwide fluctuate, Melbourne presents a picture of stability and maintains an impressive score of 97.5%.
By Jeremy Khalil on August 21, 2015
Public Transport Victoria (PTV) has introduced a Free Tram Zone that covers most of the Melbourne CBD and some of the surrounding areas, including Queen Victoria Market and Docklands. Tourists and visitors are able to travel around the city and to key attractions on Melbourne’s iconic trams for free.
By Jeremy Khalil on February 2, 2015
Australia • Destinations • Features • Melbourne
A hotel boom, a retail renaissance, a blockbuster program of arts and theatre, great Aussie road-trips and World Cup Cricket at the “G” – Melbourne continues its quiet evolution as one of the world’s must-do destinations in 2014.
By Gaya Travel on January 23, 2014
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