http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-blog.html The Melbourne Blog will keep you up-to-date with We-Love-Melbourne.net - so you can stay in touch with insiders Melbourne news and website changes. Subscribe here! en-us Melbourne Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:15:58 GMT Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:15:58 GMT we-love-melbourne.net http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-sport.html There 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 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:15:56 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/1956-summer-olympics.html The 1956 Summer Olympics were held in Melbourne. They were the first Southern Hemisphere games, as well as the first to be held outside Europe, Asia or North America. They were staged in November, to Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:11:21 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-history.html While Melbourne history is short compared to other world cities, fast facts on Melbourne makes it clear why it is a world class city. Gold rush, Chinese dragons, little Italy, vibrant arts, sport Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:56:29 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-shopping.html Melbourne 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 cafes. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:52:19 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/graffiti-melbourne.html The graffiti Melbourne streets are lined with grabs the eye of most passers by. The rich, colourful pieces are splattered all around the city and most other inner city suburbs. Melbourne is the Street Sat, 28 Aug 2010 06:25:41 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-culture.html Melbourne 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. Sat, 28 Aug 2010 06:16:34 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/australian-open.html The Australian Open is one of Melbournes great sporting events - and the first international Grand Slam tennis tournament of the year. It is held in January in Melbourne, Australia. Sat, 28 Aug 2010 05:01:50 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/whats-on-in-Melbourne.html Find out whats on in Melbourne throughout the year - in the Arts, Sports, Exhibitions & Festivals. There is always some event or activity that adds to making Melbourne a very exciting place to be. Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:40:46 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/art-galleries-Melbourne.html The abundance of art galleries Melbourne offers is astounding. Many visitors come to Melbourne for a culture-break - visiting various public galleries as well as intimate artists spaces. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 10:28:23 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-guide.html This Melbourne guide to Australian art gives you a sense of whats happening in the world of art down under - from indigenous art, to the Heide School, to modern and contemporary art in Melbourne. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 10:26:27 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-observation-deck.html There used to be two. Now the Eureka Skydeck is the only Melbourne observation deck. It has won in the battle of competition with the Rialto towers. It is on of the great Melbourne attractions. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 10:20:33 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-attractions.html You can visit many historical Melbourne attractions by walking the Melbourne city square and you can go and see a number a historical places and sites in the outskirts of Melbourne. Mon, 31 May 2010 02:57:59 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Australian-football-league.html Melbourne 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. Sat, 29 May 2010 08:32:25 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-tennis.html Melbourne Tennis has found its way onto the world stage with the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam event of the year. And there is much more with Melbourne Real Tennis Sat, 22 May 2010 12:27:33 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-cup-winners.html Being one of the Melbourne cup winners is the dream of many. Cup Day is the culmination of the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival, prime time also for sweeps, parties, huge hats and racetrack fashions. Sun, 16 May 2010 10:22:03 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/melbourne-boutique-hotel.html A Melbourne Boutique Hotel is a great way to experience the best of Melbourne. In Melbourne Boutique Hotels you get the refined luxury, intimacy and creativity that Melbourne is so well known for. Tue, 11 May 2010 10:40:50 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/fast-facts-on-Melbourne.html Here are fast facts on Melbourne, its people, its history, customs and events. In your travel, Melbourne can offer you more of its depth and soul if you have an insight into what makes this city tick. Tue, 11 May 2010 03:55:29 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/travel-Melbourne.html There are many ways to travel Melbourne. In the city, dont 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. Tue, 11 May 2010 02:32:38 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-travel.html Melbourne travel by car is easy, but there are some unique traffic rules to be aware of. Car travel is great if you want to move beyond the inner Melbourne areas, but is not preferred on city trips. Tue, 11 May 2010 02:31:47 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-holidays.html Melbourne holidays can be anything from a great family holiday, to a romantic getaway, to an art trail, a sports tour, or a Melbourne shopping spree. Melbourne is a place to come back to for more. Tue, 11 May 2010 02:23:40 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/shopping-Melbourne-bargain.html If 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. Tue, 11 May 2010 02:12:01 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/shops-in-Melbourne.html Some 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. Tue, 11 May 2010 01:41:33 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/colonial-tramcar-restaurant.html The Colonial Tramcar Restaurant is a special Melbourne attraction - an authentic Australian dining experience, while travelling through Melbournes city lights in a romantically lit antique tram car. Mon, 10 May 2010 21:44:41 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/whats-on-in-Melbourne-arts.html Looking for a concert, play or exhibition? Find out whats on in Melbourne arts! There is always a lot. Melbourne with its radiant arts scene is a magnet for major productions and exhibitions. Mon, 10 May 2010 06:59:01 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/activities-Melbourne.html If 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. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:40:56 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-zoo.html Melbourne Zoo is a place many people come back to. It is only 10 minutes from the city. Melbourne also has an African Safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo, and a Native Wildlife Sanctuary at Healesville. Sat, 24 Apr 2010 21:24:18 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-hotels.html Melbourne Hotels offer everything, from cheap budget accommodation to luxury hotels - from Melbourne CBD accommodation to hotels at the beach. Discounted rates are available for last minute bookings. Sat, 24 Apr 2010 21:14:40 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/queen-victoria-markets-melbourne.html The Queen Victoria Markets Melbourne are entertaining and cheap. Its the place for fresh food, delicatessen and atmosphere. The night market is a great insiders Melbourne summer experience. Sat, 24 Apr 2010 21:07:41 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/flights-to-Australia.html There 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. Fri, 23 Apr 2010 22:58:10 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-restaurants.html Melbourne 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. Sun, 12 Oct 2008 04:34:46 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Yarra-cruises.html Yarra 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. Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:52:51 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/weather-melbourne.html The weather Melbourne is famous for is to be unpredictable. It is known to have fours seasons in one day. Really, Melbournes weather is very livable. It actually rains less there than in Sydney Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:28:01 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-tourist-attractions.html Here 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 cafes, to observation decks. Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:14:53 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Kids-activities-Melbourne.html Many 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. Sat, 06 Sep 2008 08:26:57 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-tours.html From 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. Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:57:56 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/skiing-Australia.html Skiing 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. Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:25:22 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-public-transport.html Melbourne 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. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 22:14:46 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/businesses-for-sale-in-Melbourne.html You 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 Sat, 07 Jun 2008 12:38:48 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Australia-business-visa.html Australia 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. Sat, 07 Jun 2008 12:35:45 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/australia-working-visa.html Get 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. Sat, 07 Jun 2008 12:34:19 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Australia-working-holiday-visa.html If 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. Sat, 07 Jun 2008 12:32:42 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Tourist-Visa-Australia.html If 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. Sat, 07 Jun 2008 12:31:08 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Visa-Australia.html Whether 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. Sat, 07 Jun 2008 12:26:54 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/cheap-flights-to-Melbourne.html Cheap 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. Sat, 07 Jun 2008 12:23:31 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Car-rental-Melbourne.html Check 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. Sat, 07 Jun 2008 12:19:05 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/shopping-Melbourne.html Within 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. Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:59:40 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-markets-treasure.html There 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. Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:39:28 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-bookstores.html There 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. Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:24:50 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/insiders-Melbourne.html Intimate 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. Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:20:53 GMT http://www.we-love-melbourne.net/Melbourne-cricket-ground.html The 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. Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:00:07 GMT