In This Issue:

VICTORIA THANKS YOU
On behalf of the Victorian tourism industry, Tourism Victoria would like to thank the generous response by many in the media who have offered to write or produce stories to contribute to the regions’ recovery from the recent fires.

Unique accommodation in country Victoria, 52 weeks a year
Choosing accommodation for a weekend away can often result in information overload but now help is at hand with the release of 52Weekends, aninnovative large-format card set that reviews and provides information about the finest accommodation in country Victoria.

New Melbourne Hot Spots: Smith Street
Only 10 minutes on the number 86 tram from the CBD,  Smith Street which straddles the border of Collingwood / Fitzroy is ‘so hot right now’.

Enjoy your cheese and make it too
Goldfields Farmhouse in Ballarat is one of newest businesses cementing the Goldfield region’s reputation for producing some of the finest, most indulgent cheese in Victoria.

Domaine Chandon’s new Sunday School Winery Tour
Experience a fascinating introduction into wine at Domaine Chandon’s new Sunday School winery tour. Dedicate a Sunday between 11am to 1pm to tasting world-class wines at Chandon’s winery located in the stunning Yarra Valley region.

March in Melbourne brings world class festival experiences for low prices
World class music, live performances, fashion and comedy doesn’t have to cost the earth, as demonstrated by the economical programs being rolled out by three major festivals taking place in Melbourne over the next few weeks: the Moomba Waterfest, the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.  

Spirits High brings ‘spa dreaming’ to Mansfield
Nestled within the healing energies of The Paps mountains with some of the best panoramic views of the High Country is Spirits High, Victoria’s new spa and wellness centre.

Gibson Steps reopen at Port Campbell National Park reopen
Access has been restored to Gibson Beach at the Port Campbell National Park with the reopening of the Gibson Steps.

New charter yacht the Platinum redefines luxury cruising
New ‘super yacht’ the Platinum is offering visitors the chance to experience some of some of Victoria’s most spectacular coastline at a new level of opulence.

Melbourne’s fresh food markets amp up tourist offer
Melbourne’s fresh food markets are increasingly becoming a magnet for food and culture loving tourists, serving up a growing number of fun programs for visitors such as ‘foodie’ tours, cooking classes and live music performance.

New Regional Accommodation
If planning a short break and want to stay somewhere you haven’t been before? Check out these newly opened boutique accommodation properties in the Grampians, Yarra Valley and the High Country.

Every Month:

Special Packages: Hot Deals – A very Fashionable month in Melbourne
Sofitel Melbourne On Collins’ has created a ‘50 Reasons Why’ package that weaves in perfectly with the city’s most anticipated fashion event of the year – The L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival.

Important Diary Notes

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