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ALadyInLondon Mar 25th, 2013 08:36 AM

Hidden Gems in Melbourne
 
Hi All! I just got back from a trip to Australia and found some great hidden gems in Melbourne. It's a city that everyone says you have to know to get the most out of, and I think that's true. I found some great cafes, restaurants, art galleries, and shopping arcades, and particularly enjoyed Brother Baba Budan for coffee and laneways like Degraves Street.

If you want to read more and see photos, I wrote about it on my blog: http://www.aladyinlondon.com/2013/03...ia-travel.html

Happy Travels!

winnick Apr 7th, 2013 06:31 AM

Great blog. We are in the process of planning our trip to Australia for next year and it sounds like we need to include Melbourne and Phillip Island. Seeing wildlife is definitely one of our priorities.

ALadyInLondon Apr 8th, 2013 02:52 AM

That's great! I definitely recommend Melbourne as a city destination, and Phillip Island is a great day trip if you like wildlife. I hope you have a great trip!

MissGreen Apr 10th, 2013 04:19 AM

I am an ex Melbournite and love the backstreets of Melbourne. On the way to work I would love zig zagging through the streets, including Degreaves Street. Lots to see and places to dine at.

victorbritts Apr 10th, 2013 10:26 PM

Thanks for providing useful information and sharing your experience on Melbourne trip.

ALadyInLondon Apr 16th, 2013 12:11 AM

That's great that you're from there, MissGreen. It's such an amazing city!

victorbritts - I'm glad you found it helpful!

annhig Apr 18th, 2013 01:51 PM

yes, thanks, ALady - very useful for our planning for our trip [hopefully] to OZ & NZ in Nov & dec '13.

DD went to Melborne last April for a week or so and liked it a lot - even though it rained a lot. I suppose that being from Cornwall it made her feel at home!

ALadyInLondon May 20th, 2013 09:21 AM

Great! I hope you have a good trip, and I'm glad you found the post useful!


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