Melbourne (5)

 Melbourne is a city that many call the cultural heart of Australia. Its laneways are alive with street art and coffee, the skyline constantly grows with new towers, and its event calendar rarely has an empty weekend. But for all its charm, Melbourne has a problem that locals and travellers know too well — moving around isn’t always easy.

Congestion, parking shortages, and public transport limitations have become part of the city’s identity. And while people once accepted them as inevitable, more

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Stories That Begin at Melbourne Airport

Every traveller carries a different version of Melbourne Airport. For some, it is a gateway to business opportunities; for others, it marks the beginning of long-awaited holidays or the return to family after years away. Yet for all of them, the true beginning of the journey is not the boarding gate — it is the moment they step out of the terminal and onto the road.

The drives that follow from Tullamarine tell countless stories. Short city runs, long regional hauls, winding routes through wine co

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6 of Australia's Top Musts


The Land Down Under is a traveller favourite thanks to its warm weather, stunning beaches, exciting cities, and diverse landscapes. And if you´re visiting from the Northern Hemisphere, keep in mind that the seasons are reversed. So this month through November is spring, and December through February is summer - which is an especially fantastic time to visit - including these iconic destinations:


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The Submarine Magnificence of the Great Barrier Reef

No trip to Australia is complete without a

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A funny thing called christmas

I was sitting in my t-shirt in Federation square, just enjoying the beautiful blue sky and the warm sun. I saw people who just finished their christmas shopping or were leaving the many different art galleries around Federation Square. Me, I was just relaxing and enjoying my time in Melbourne and looked at the cathedral, where they displayed a christmas tree and stars on the cathedral. I loved this moment.

Christmas back home before I was addicted to travel and when I really loved ugly sweaters

That was exactly one year ago. This year I'm back in Holland again. Happy to be back seeyin

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Doing Melbourne, Australia on a Budget


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Australia's second largest city is a delight to visit, for sure, with highlights including the National Gallery of Victoria, the Melbourne Museum, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Laneways, and Federation Square. But among some it also has a reputation for being on the expensive side. I wanted to visit, but was skeptical as to whether I could pull it off on a budget. But I gave it a go, and was pleasantly surprised to learn that it wasn't so difficu

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