The neighbourhoods surrounding the CBD are what makes Melbourne such a diverse city; from the St Kilda Pier and beachside eateries to Fitzroy's ever-evolving cafe scene and the roar of crowds at Marvel Stadium in Docklands to the epic array of Greek restaurants on Swan Street in Richmond, Melbourne's lively suburbs are a must for any visitor. While the city is an exciting place to explore, much more awaits for those travelling a little out of the city. Day trips are popular, with the Yarra Valley just 90 minutes' drive away, full of wineries and hiking trails and Phillip Island just a short boat ride off the coast where you can watch the famous fairy penguins return at sunset after a day's fishing at sea.
With Dean & Nancy on 22 just named the 'Best Hotel Bar in Australia' at the recent Australian Bar Awards, we were inspired to scour the country to bring you our top six hotel bars to while away those balmy spring days and nights.
Read MoreOf all the things to do in Melbourne, probably the most rewarding is to savour its fantastic food scene. Melbourne is frequently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable cities, and its restaurants, cafés and cocktail bars undoubtedly play a large part in that. From cheap and cheerful cafés to high-end world-class dining, the city has it all.
Read MoreHello winter, our old friend. While the start of the new season means a sad farewell to long days, salty ocean swims and guilt-free ice-cream dinners, we’ve scoured the streets of Sydney and Melbourne to find lattes with more cutting-edge warmth than your standard latte.
Read MoreWhen it's cooling down outside, there's nothing better than waking up late, throwing on five layers of clothes and heading out for brunch. We've rounded up the top brunch spots in Melbourne that have delicious coffee and a warm ambience.
Read MoreThis summer, as we spread our wings and start to rediscover our cities, we’ve discovered 3 cool hotel bars that are raising the bar on experience - The Q (Melbourne), The Storehouse (Perth) and Chifley's Bar & Grill (Canberra).
Read MoreTwo worlds deliciously collide at Melbourne’s newest foodie destination which combines the city’s café culture with the buzz of hawker markets found in Bangkok, Bali, or Ben Thanh.
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