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Melbourne – A Touch Of Class
Melbourne is the trendy metropolitan city of Australia.
Known for its cafes, restaurants, stylish shopping and
shows, it is an excellent location for a campervan holiday
with magnificent scenery and attractions all within an
hours drive of the city centre. It is easy to find a motorhome rental in Melbourne, with some of these among the cheapest in Australia.
Victoria’s capital promises to keep you fascinated from dawn
to way past dusk. In the heart of the city, visit the
lush Royal Botanic Gardens, popular for a quick lunch or
stroll. Federation Square is a meeting place which has
become a well known landmark within the city, and Brunswick
Street is known for its eclectic cafés, shops and atmosphere.
You also can’t miss the extensive Melbourne Museum which
displays some of the best art, sculptures and technology
this city has to offer.
In summer there are free programmes organised in the parks
and gardens of Melbourne for people of all ages. The fun in
the sun programme encourages everyone to get outdoors and
enjoy a picnic and some activities together.
Maybe you could plan your stay to coincide with the Royal
Melbourne Show, held 20-30 September each year? The show is
Victoria's largest public event with rides, fantastic food,
rural displays and of course, plenty of showbags.
How could you visit Melbourne without shopping? The Queen
Victoria Market will keep you captivated with its myriad of
stalls and food halls. You can catch a tram or walk here
from the centre of the city. Why not end your spree with a
trip to the Rialto Towers, the tallest office building in
the city? A small charge gives you a tour guide and one of
the most incredible panoramic views of Melbourne.
For a touch of class, board a dinner and cabaret cruise on
the Yarra River, or dress up for an opera or show at the
Melbourne Arts Centre. The busy restaurants, clubs and shows
bring the city to life at night.
If you want to stay a while longer in the city, there are
two main caravan parks located in central Melbourne which
are ideal as a base. Located at Coburg, Melbourne Big 4
Holiday park is an excellent choice, or the Hobsons Bay
Caravan Park at Williamstown is another option.
Just ninety minutes drive from Melbourne, Philip Island
offers a rare opportunity to see fairy penguins at play as
you watch the ‘Penguin Parade’. Sunsets are also exciting
as guided tours are available to watch the penguins march.
There is plenty of wildlife in this nature reserve. The fur
seals will steal your heart at Seal Rocks, as will the
cuddly koalas at the Koala Conservation Centre. There is a
fantastic walk along Philip Islands headland that gives you
breathtaking views plus a look at the Pinnacles which are
unique rock formations off the coast.
Journeying on, the scenery keeps getting better with
natural beauty such as Wilsons Promontory National Park at
the most southern end of Australia, featuring long white
beaches and incredible wildlife.
The Great Ocean Road would have to be one of the most scenic
drives in Australia, with 300 kilometres of winding roads
which stretch from the headlands to beach views and
rainforests. It is absolutely fantastic for a self drive
holiday as there are so many places to stop and admire the
views. It is most famous for its Twelve Apostles. These
giant limestone rocks have been formed over the years by the
pelting waves, and are best admired at sunset as the
colours change before your eyes.
If you love adventure and rugged scenery, there are plenty
of exhilarating moments waiting for you further out from the
city. The Grampians are three hours drive west of Melbourne,
and are especially stunning in Spring when almost 1000
species of flower are blooming. The Wimmera Lakes Caravan
Park at Horsham is a great place to stay with the bonus of
views of the Grampians as you set up camp.
There is also Mt Buller, famous for its accessible ski
fields and resorts. Mansfield Caravan and Camping Ground is
the most popular place to stay if you are going to stay here
for a while. With view of the mountains in the distance
it’s a great place to relax after a day of adventure.
With so many sights and dynamic attractions, it is hard to
know where to start. Depending on your tastes you can sit
at a cafe admiring views of the city skyline and enjoy
watching the world go by, or you can set off to explore the
wonders of the surrounding areas. One thing is sure,
Melbourne will capture your heart and call you back again
and again.
Jen Brewer
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