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King Island – You Didn’t Know You Needed to Go!

King Island – You Didn’t Know You Needed to Go!

Sitting in the middle of some of the roughest Australian waters, Bass Strait, and located part way between the states of Victoria and Tasmania, is King Island. Home to just 1500 locals, incredible seafood and breathtaking coastline, this little isle is one of Australia’s undiscovered gems.
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Victoria’s Wine Regions Revealed

Victoria’s Wine Regions Revealed

Wine, vino, wijn, pútáojiǔ, wein – however you say it, cultures across the world love a good one, and what better way to enjoy it than by going straight to the source! Victoria has some exquisite wine, and two popular grape-growing regions are only a short one-hour drive from Melbourne, meaning that lovely glass of Pinot Noir is not far away. Gather your family and friends as well as your appetite as you prepare to indulge in a day of wine and fresh produce set amongst the most beautiful setting.
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Short Break Escapes!

Short Break Escapes!

How much of your own backyard have you explored? Given the bumpy start to the year with the devastating bushfires and the global pandemic, now is the perfect time to plan your Victorian escape and ‘Holiday Here This Year’. Aside from keeping your hard-earned dollars in Australia, you’ll be supporting local communities and businesses – especially some of those drastically affected by the bushfires too. Staying local gives you the opportunity to discover what lies just beyond your back doorstep and enjoy everything this beautiful country has to offer.
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MPT Is Open for Business! Travelling throughout Melbourne and Victoria in the COVID-19 Era – Some Important Things to Know.

MPT Is Open for Business! Travelling throughout Melbourne and Victoria in the COVID-19 Era – Some Important Things to Know.

MPT is once again open for business! Learn about the changes we are implementing in our touring operations to keep you safe while travelling throughout Melbourne and Victoria.
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Planning Your Winter Wonderland

Planning Your Winter Wonderland

For experienced snow-lovers or first-timers, the Victorian alpine regions have a little something for everyone. With the winter months in sight now is the time to start planning your snowy getaway or regional short break.
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Victoria’s High Country in Autumn

Victoria’s High Country in Autumn

As the trees turn stunning colours in anticipation of the coming cooler months, autumn is a perfect time to visit Victoria's high Country. Whether on a day trip or a multi-day adventure, enjoy all there is to offer in this beautiful pocket of the state.
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Australian Tourism and Bushfires

Australian Tourism and Bushfires

It is more important than ever to support Australian tourism providers, whether in unaffected regions or those that will recover from these bushfires in the months and years to come. The best way to support Australia, Australian communities, and the tourism sector is to keep visiting. If you cannot travel to an affected area due to bushfires, one of the many ways to help includes rescheduling instead of cancelling a planned trip to support the communities in the coming months. Read more about how to stay up to date and know whether bushfires can affect your trip.
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Attending 2020 Superbike World Championship on Phillip Island

Attending 2020 Superbike World Championship on Phillip Island

Just 90 minutes from Melbourne lies Phillip Island. Home to pristine white beaches, stunning wildlife and hi-octane sporting events, there is endless family fun everywhere you turn. Teach your kids to swim on a quiet beach, see koalas and penguins in their natural habitats, and take in the SBK Championship in 2020. The FIM Superbike World Championship is a must-see event, and we’ll fill you in all of the fun things to take in below. There are plenty of reasons to plan a holiday to Phillip Island, and it’s perfect for the entire family. This small island is huge on activities for everyone.
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Visiting Australian Grand Prix 2020 in Melbourne?

Visiting Australian Grand Prix 2020 in Melbourne?

Are you ready to go on an exhilarating ride with some of Australia’s best drivers? Do you love the thrill of high-speed races? If so, F1 Australia is an event you can’t miss! The Australian Grand Prix is an annual event hosted right in Melbourne, and it draws thousands of spectators each year. If you’d like to know more about Formula 1 in Melbourne and what you can do when you visit this vibrant city, read on. Along with a host of events that go on the entire four days of the Australian Grand Prix, there are several sites to see and things to do in Melbourne. You can make a week of it and spend a few days before and after the Prix exploring this vibrant city.
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Enjoy the President’s Golf Cup and other events this December

Enjoy the President’s Golf Cup and other events this December

The President’s Cup is a biennial men’s golfing event where 12 of America’s top professional golf players face off against an international team with players selected from other countries, not including Europe. Outside of the four majors, the President’s Cup – created and organised by the PGA Tour – is one of the most highly anticipated golf events in the world. And this year, it returns to the Royal Melbourne Golf Club for the third time in its illustrious history. Read more to see how you can enhance your President's Cup experience with us.
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