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It’s easy… Just scan the headlines for topics that interest you: Melbourne Shopping, Markets, Glamour & Coffee CultureMelbourne shopping is anything from high end boutique fashion to artesian shops, vintage accessories, markets and Mediterranean delicatessen – each precinct with unique Melbourne style bars and cafés. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Melbourne Shopping, Markets, Glamour & Coffee Culture" Melbourne Restaurants – the Melbourne Culture of EatingMelbourne restaurants are famous worldwide. They, together with its lively arts scene, make Melbourne a very special place. You can dine til you drop and still have only scratched the surface. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Melbourne Restaurants – the Melbourne Culture of Eating" Melbourne Observation Deck – Rialto & EurekaThere used to be one Melbourne observation deck, now there are two. Flanking either side of the Yarra, there is the Rialto observation deck and the Eureka skydeck. How to choose between them… Permalink -- click for full blog post "Melbourne Observation Deck – Rialto & Eureka" Yarra Cruises - Melbourne River Cruises and Williamstown FerryYarra Cruises are one of the great activities Melbourne offers. Take Melbourne River Cruises either up or down the River; or the Williamstown ferry past the Docklands across Port Phillip Bay. Shops in Melbourne – Lanes, Arcades and High End Fashion ShoppingSome of the best shops in Melbourne are in its laneways and arcades. There are countless intimate cafes and boutiques, from high end fashion, to exotic and quirky shops, to chocolates and games. Weather Melbourne – Four Seasons in One DayThe weather Melbourne is famous for is to be unpredictable. It is known to have fours seasons in one day. Really, Melbourne’s weather is very livable. It actually rains less there than in Sydney… Permalink -- click for full blog post "Weather Melbourne – Four Seasons in One Day" Melbourne tourist attractions – Melbourne city guide to attractionsHere are Melbourne tourist attractions that will give you a good sense of Melbourne – from Federation Square to the Yarra, to historical attractions, to city laneways and cafés, to observation decks. The Colonial Tramcar Restaurant – Intimate Melbourne AttractionThe Colonial Tramcar Restaurant is a special Melbourne attraction - an authentic Australian dining experience, while travelling through Melbourne’s city lights in a romantically lit antique tram car. Australian Football League, AFL – the game that rocks MelbourneMelbourne is the hub of the national Australian Football League (AFL). Melburnians love their sport and are known to be ‘footy mad’. The footy season culminates in the footy Grand Final in September. Kids activities Melbourne – fun, environment, cultureMany kids activities Melbourne are fun, cheap and accessible. Find here my favourite activities like the Melbourne river cruises and Melbourne zoo and more. They are great family fun for everyone. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Kids activities Melbourne – fun, environment, culture " Melbourne Tours - wilderness, relaxation, luxuray or adventureFrom Melbourne you can enjoy a great many Melbourne tours and day trips. There is everything from Yarra valley wine tours, to the Great Ocean Rd, relaxation, luxury, penguins and wilderness. Travel Melbourne – Travel in AustraliaThere are many ways to travel Melbourne. In the city, don’t miss a ride on a famous Melbourne tram! This guide will help you decide on one of many the options for your travel in and around Melbourne. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Travel Melbourne – Travel in Australia" Skiing Australia – Skiing Victoria, NSW and Snow Tours from MelbourneSkiing Australia may not match world-class conditions, but there are snow resorts in Victoria and NSW. Melbourne is only 3 hours away form the snow and many Australians now regularly ski or snowboard. Melbourne Public Transport – a great option to travel MelbourneMelbourne public transport is easy to navigate. There are the famous Melbourne trams, trains and busses, including some free services. An integrated ticketing system makes it easy to travel Melbourne. Businesses for Sale in Melbourne – Tips on buying a businessYou can find great businesses for sale in Melbourne. With a successful business you can create your dreams. Yet a wrong business can turn into an endless nightmare. Here are tips on buying a business… Permalink -- click for full blog post "Businesses for Sale in Melbourne – Tips on buying a business" Australia Business Visa – Business for Sale Melbourne AustraliaAustralia likes business investment. To get sponsored for establishing, managing or developing an Australian business, get an Australia Business Visa by applying to the state of Victoria directly. Australia Working Visa – Skilled Migration SchemeGet an Australia working visa through the skilled migration scheme. If you are aged 18-45, skilled and experienced in one of the many industries required, Australia welcomes you with open arms. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Australia Working Visa – Skilled Migration Scheme" Australia Working Holiday Visa – travel and work in Australia for one yearIf you are aged 18-30 you can apply for a 12 months Australia Working Holiday Visa. This is a great way to experience Australia, supplement your travel funds and immerse yourself in the local life. Tourist Visa Australia - Visit Melbourne VictoriaIf you want to visit Melbourne Victoria you will need a Tourist Visa Australia, unless you are holding an Australian or NZ passport. You can apply for this online or through Immigration directly. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Tourist Visa Australia - Visit Melbourne Victoria" Visa Australia - Visit, Live or Work in MelbourneWhether you are travelling or wanting to work, a visa Australia is necessary. There are various types of Australia Visa – depending on whether you are a visitor, skilled migrant or business person. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Visa Australia - Visit, Live or Work in Melbourne" Cheap Flights to Melbourne – How to Get International Discount AirfaresCheap flights to Melbourne may not really be cheap compared to shorter northern hemisphere travel, but you can save a lot on this large expense if you plan it right and know where to find a good deal. Flights to Australia – Flight to Melbourne AustraliaThere are daily flights to Australia with a choice of many airlines. But Australia is remote and flights are not as competitive as other parts of the world. To get a good deal you need to plan ahead. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Flights to Australia – Flight to Melbourne Australia" Car Rental Melbourne – budget, luxury or campervanCheck out car rental Melbourne deals to get out of the city. To travel between Australian cities, car rental Melbourne and campervan hire are great ways of getting around. Just remember to drive left. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Car Rental Melbourne – budget, luxury or campervan" City Shopping Melbourne – Fashion Capital AustraliaWithin only three blocks is the fashion triangle of city shopping Melbourne. Tucked away in lanes and shopping areas are local designers, unique international labels as well as recognized brands. Permalink -- click for full blog post "City Shopping Melbourne – Fashion Capital Australia " Bargain Shopping Melbourne – Melbourne discounts & factory outletsIf you want to go bargain shopping Melbourne is renowned for its direct factory outlets and whole streets dedicated to clearance warehouses. You can pick up brands and labels for any style or wallet. Melbourne Markets – vintage and pre-loved treasuresThere a many Melbourne markets specialising in pre-loved goods and books, vintage clothes, trash and treasure and bric-a-brac. You never know what you will find on your Melbourne market adventures. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Melbourne Markets – vintage and pre-loved treasures" Queen Victoria Markets Melbourne – food, bargains & atmosphereThe Queen Victoria Markets Melbourne are entertaining and cheap. It’s the place for fresh food, delicatessen and atmosphere. The night market is a great insiders Melbourne summer experience. Melbourne Bookstores – Insiders Book and Melbourne Games ShoppingThere are some very special local Melbourne bookstores and games shops. Books and games are a popular past time in Melbourne. Here is how to find an insiders bookstore or a Melbourne games shop. Insiders Melbourne shopping tips – quirky & eclectic Melbourne shopsIntimate shopping in the eclectic inner city village communities is an insiders Melbourne hot tip. Each area has its own distinct style, intimate atmosphere, original shops, bars and cafes. Melbourne Sport and Recreation – one of Melbourne’s PassionsThere is passion in Melbourne sport - endless opportunity to be gripped by the sports fever of Melbourne, international sports capital: Australian Open, Melbourne Cup, Australian Football league… Permalink -- click for full blog post "Melbourne Sport and Recreation – one of Melbourne’s Passions" Melbourne Cricket Ground – Melbourne’s Sports IconThe Melbourne Cricket Ground, or MCG, is a sports icon. It was the centrepiece of the 1956 Olympics and the Commonwealth Games. It is the largest Australian stadiums and host of the AFL and Cricket. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Melbourne Cricket Ground – Melbourne’s Sports Icon" Melbourne Airport Shuttle – the Easy Way to Get to You HotelThe Melbourne Airport Shuttle is a personal and convenient way to get directly to your hotel. It saves the hassle of changing buses and having to work out where you need to go. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Melbourne Airport Shuttle – the Easy Way to Get to You Hotel" Melbourne Airports – Option for Flights to MelbourneThere are a few Melbourne airports but just one Melbourne international airport, the Tullamarine. Avalon Airport handles some domestic traffic. Both are accessible by bus and Melbourne airport shuttle Permalink -- click for full blog post "Melbourne Airports – Option for Flights to Melbourne" Cheap Airfares Melbourne – How to Get Cheap Domestic FlightsWithin Australia, cheap airfares Melbourne, Sydney or to any other city are available from the domestic airlines. To get these discount airfares some times are better to travel than others… Permalink -- click for full blog post "Cheap Airfares Melbourne – How to Get Cheap Domestic Flights" Domestic Flight Australia – Jetstar, Tiger, Virgin and QuantasIf you need a domestic flight Australia has a number of airlines that are competing against each other. Qantas runs discount airline Jetstar in competition with low cost fares from Virgin and Tiger. AFL Football – Australian Football League TeamsDuring the AFL football season footy takes over Melbourne. Each team has a mascot that represents their team spirit. Here is an overview of the ups and downs of the AFL footy teams. Permalink -- click for full blog post "AFL Football – Australian Football League Teams" Activities Melbourne – Leisure and Adrenalin ExperiencesIf you thrive on action, there are many activities Melbourne offers that will challenge your body and mind. From golf, to balloon rides, to bike tours, to beaches and extreme adrenalin experiences. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Activities Melbourne – Leisure and Adrenalin Experiences" John Batman and John Pascoe Fawkner – Founders of MelbourneThere are two faces to Melbourne’s founder John Batman: hardened rogue or entrepreneur with a cunning plan? Yet, he keeps his legendary status as a pioneer pursuing his goals with boldness and flair. Permalink -- click for full blog post "John Batman and John Pascoe Fawkner – Founders of Melbourne" Tasmania Travel – Tours from MelbourneI’ve got to make a special mention of Tasmania travel, one of our favourite tours from Melbourne. It is a place so different for experiencing real tranquillity, nature, friendly people and adventure… Permalink -- click for full blog post "Tasmania Travel – Tours from Melbourne" Melbourne Culture – City guide to the artsMelbourne culture is alive. Art and music are part of life in lanes, bars and cafes, at numerous festivals, exhibitions and galleries. The Melbourne style is sophisticated, playful and multi-cultural. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Melbourne Culture – City guide to the arts"
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