Food, Wine and Good Times – The Melbourne Flavor

Melbourne, a city with a population of 4 million people – is the capital of Victoria, Australia. Melbourne is divided into two sections by the Ybarra River. The North and West sections are where the working class people have settled; the South and East sections are occupied by the more affluent population. The Central Business District or city center is where the well kept suburbs of are located on the Ybarra River north bank. In the heart of you will find Bourke Street Mall and Collins Street which are the main roads connecting west to east. Melbourne is a multicultural city. Buildings from the Victorian era surrounded by beautiful parks together with a host of interesting places to see and things to do make a must-see city. Melbourne flights can be booked online on any of the international air carriers.

It does not matter what your interests are – culture, fashion, sports, food – no one will be disappointed with a visit to Melbourne. The city is a riddled with hidden laneways where you will find boutiques, restaurants and bars. One of popular landmarks is Federation Square where people meet. Federation Square has a mix of museums, galleries, restaurants and bars. It is also the venue for over 2000 events such as festivals, film screenings, sporting events and markets held annually by the people of Melbourne. Southbank offers a choice of bistros, cafes and bars, while gourmet food can be enjoyed at the Richmond, Carlton and Fitzroy. Shoppers can go on a shopping spree at Brunswick Street and Chapel Street. The Royal Botanic Gardens offer a cool and relaxed stroll down the Aboriginal Heritage Walk. Other popular activities are a cruise down the Ybarra River or a day trip to one of the wineries, galleries or splendid beaches. Golf enthusiasts can check in at the golf courses of the Mornington Peninsula. A mountain climb on the Great Alpine Walk or drive on the Great Alpine road through the Australian Alps would be a challenging feat. To experience these exciting and diverse activities it is suggested that you check out the Melbourne flights and make a firm air booking.

For tourists visiting accommodation is never a problem. A range of housing facilities is available including hotels, motels, apartments, bed and breakfast, hostels, even campsites. To better utilize available space, rooftops are now used to house cinemas, bars and restaurants. From the Australian Grand Prix to Derby Day and the Oaks – Melbourne's international events ensure that Melbourne flights are booked well in advance.