Luxury Australia travel has got to be one of the best ways to see one of the most fascinating travel destinations in the world. This huge continent which is split into 6 states and 2 territories covers an area of some 7,617,930 square kilometers or 2,941,299 square miles. The largest state alone, Western Australia, is approximately 5 times the size of Texas, USA!
Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia and one of the most popular destinations for travellers to the continent. So what are the best things to see and do?
Luxury Australia travel does not have to be expensive - lifestyle in Australia comes as a given - it's the way of life in this part of the world, so add a little luxury into your Australia travel with some of our suggestions.
Take a tour to Phillip Island, home to the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix, an easy 90 minute drive from Melbourne itself and you will discover a world of contrasts.
Billed as Victoria's wildlife island, you will be surprised to find the Grand Prix circuit nestles close to the world famous Penguin parade, the Koala Conservation Centre, Churchill Island Heritage Farm and the Nobbies Centre, a marine attraction where you can uncover the secrets of the Southern Seas with interactive displays allowing you to intermingle with seals, sharks and dolphins that abound in these waters.
I did say that it was a world of contrasts, so don't forget the Phillip Island Chocolate Factory in your itinerary, where you can buy the delectable hand-made chocolates made on the Island.
Take a spectacular sunrise balloon ride over the Yarra Valley, one of Victoria's beautiful winery regions. Home to 90 vineyards, surrounded by mountains you fly for approximately an hour over the early morning vineyards before ending your experience with a sumptuous champagne breakfast.
Caf? culture abounds in St Kilda and you will want to browse this fashionable bayside suburb of Melbourne with its diverse range of shops and eating venues. Don't forget the Luna Park amusement park built in 1912, complete with its wooden roller coaster and other historic rides.
For the sports fans amongst you there is the very popular Sports Lovers Tour. Billed as city sightseeing with a difference you will explore the history and excitement of sporting Melbourne. Whichever sport is your particular favourite, be it tennis, cricket, rugby or football, find yourself sitting in the coaches' box, imagining filing that important media story in the media facilities or smelling the liniment in the changing rooms!
For dinner with a difference, the Colonial tram car dinner is perfect! 1920's splendour, but with modern day facilities so that not even a crystal glass quivers in your cosy, colonial period dining car. One way glass ensures privacy while traditional silver and white linen don the tables. This is one train ride you won't forget in a hurry and booking is a must with the restaurant selling out weeks in advance.
Hop on the City Circle Tram ride for a free central Melbourne tour. Steeped in old world charm, these 1920's brown and gold liveried tram cars are an appealing way to discover the city centre sights. The conductor on board provides valuable knowledge about the tourist attractions you might wish to see.
Spectacular Rhododendrons greet you as you head to The Dandenongs for the Spring flowering. Less than an hours drive from Melbourne, lies this rich hillside area which grows all manner of good things to eat, drink and appreciate, such as the display of Spring bulbs, Devonshire Cream teas and the Puffing Billy Steam Train that gently meanders its way through the beautiful landscape.
I think you will agree that luxury Australia travel is what you make of it. The luxury is in the doing!
I invite you to use these ideas to make the most of your luxury Australia travel and Melbourne.
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