Which Melbourne day trip best balances scenery, wildlife, food and walking?
A Canadian visitor has one solo day and one day with a partner, with Phillip Island, Mornington and Yarra Valley under consideration.
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Should four visitors cycle or boat along the Yarra for a couple of hours?
The group wants river views and needs to compare hire locations, route and total price.
Where can a solo diner enjoy an Italian dinner in Melbourne's CBD?
A visitor staying centrally wants good food and wine without feeling awkward at a table alone.
How should a first-time visitor choose a Melbourne AFL match?
A traveller hopes to experience games at both a large outdoor ground and an indoor stadium.
How can a visitor compare Bridge Road and Chapel Street in one shopping day?
A solo shopper wants price comparisons but has no time to return to stores.
Can the Twelve Apostles and Phillip Island penguins fit into one day?
Eight visitors have only two Melbourne days and are considering a custom coast-to-penguins circuit.
Where should Australian Open spectators stay for several match days?
Visitors want moderate room prices with a short walk or easy transport to Melbourne Park.
What should travellers verify when collecting a rental car at Melbourne Airport?
Domestic passengers prefer an airport pickup over a shuttle to an off-site depot.
How should a weekend market itinerary divide Queen Victoria, South Melbourne and Camberwell?
A visitor has Saturday and Sunday and wants to avoid arriving on the wrong trading day.
How can four young children pace a June coast, wildlife and snow trip from Melbourne?
The children are three to ten and the plan includes the Great Ocean Road and Mount Buller.
How can a family split Melbourne city time from Phillip Island and the Great Ocean Road?
Parents and two university-age children have city days followed by five to seven days outside Melbourne.
How can a family feel comfortable on the Belgrave line during a daytime outing?
Parents with children plan a morning train out and a late-afternoon return and have concerns after seeing isolated incidents in the news.