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Quaff in comfort … Re’em Hotel.

Yarra Valley finally gets more winery accommodation

A push is on to boost accommodation in Victoria’s Yarra Valley,with several popular wine producers soon to add ‘hotelier’ to their credentials.

  • byJulietta Jameson
The Mornington Peninsula’s very western tip.

The end point of the Mornington Peninsula is both beautiful and creepy

For first-time campers,Point Nepean Discovery Tents,on raised timber platforms with camp stretchers,provide a soft introduction to camping.

  • byCatherine Best
The Aboriginal Heritage Walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Ten undiscovered highlights of Melbourne most visitors miss

You’re probably familiar with the laneways,the restaurants,the events. But some highlights are worth digging a little deeper for.

  • byPaul Chai
“The few guests who came through our door in the early days all wanted steak and three veg.”

From humble beginnings to Victoria’s most-loved regional hotel

Visitors to award-winning Lake House,now celebrating its 40th year,used to navigate there with a hand-drawn map mailed in the post.

  • byBen Groundwater
The Palm Springs-style rooftop pool.
★★★★½
Hotel reviews

Cool makeover for this hotel in the best part of Melbourne

Rydges Melbourne represents an intelligent,if not model,hotel refurbishment,with little expense seemingly spared.

  • byAnthony Dennis
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The Brunswick Ballroom in Brunswick,Melbourne.

Melbourne after dark:How to make the most of the city’s nightlife

Melbourne’s nighttime economy is back in all its gritty-pretty glory. And the best thing about a night safari is how easy it is to find some fun.

  • byPaul Chai
St Kilda Beach

How to do Melbourne’s beaches by tram

The city’s famous trams take you to the city’s coolest inner-city cafes,restaurants and bars – but also,surprisingly,to beaches.

  • byTim Richards
Avon Country House Bed and Breakfast.
★★★★
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This is a true hidden gem in this underrated Victorian town

The beautiful garden at this B&B is home to Californian redwoods,echidnas,wombats and squirrel gliders as well as a saltwater pool.

  • bySue Wallace
Santara Restaurant at Sunnymead Hotel.

Super sangas to hidden dining rooms:Six of the Great Ocean Road’s best eats

From a retro deli slinging super sandwiches to a restaurant hiding in a bowls club,you won’t go hungry when you make this famed journey.

  • byJustin Meneguzzi
Poolside glamour on the Mornington Peninsula.

Six of the best places for a Melbourne staycation this festive season

Want to level-up your summer holiday? Check into one of the city’s best hotels or regional retreats.

  • byKatherine Scott