What can we plan for Good Friday in Melbourne without a hire car?
We arrive earlier in Easter week and collect a vehicle only after the holiday before driving the Great Ocean Road.
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How should first-time visitors plan Christmas and Boxing Day cricket in Melbourne?
We have a central hotel, want a special Christmas meal and will attend the Test at the MCG.
Do Melbourne's festive displays continue on Christmas Day?
We hope to see the displays around Federation Square, Flinders Street or the river on 25 December.
How might Melbourne Cup week affect a short CBD visit?
Our arrival may coincide with the Cup holiday and we are deciding whether to stay a few extra days elsewhere first.
What can I reliably plan for New Year's Day in Melbourne?
I would like a relaxed meal and an outing without assuming normal trading hours.
How should I plan a Melbourne arrival on Christmas Day?
We land in the morning and need a simple way to reach our accommodation, find food and spend the afternoon.
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