Meet Melbourne: Free Walking Tour

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Erica

Welcome to Melbourne, a city of bridges, coffee, and culture! I begin my trip by joining a free walking tour of the city highlights and taking notes on where to return. Continue reading →

Secret Streets and Alleyways of Melbourne

Posted on July 23, 2013 by Erica

Discover secret streets lined with coffee shops and alleys decorated with graffiti. Continue reading →

Federation Square & Australian Center for the Moving Image

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Erica

“You can take the girl out of Hollywood…” I spend an afternoon visiting ACMI’s costume exhibit featuring Dorothy’s ruby slippers and the caped crusader’s rubber suit. Continue reading →

Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Erica

If you’re looking for a free activity in Melbourne, the Royal Botanic Gardens provide lush views on a sunny day. Continue reading →

The Library, Luna Park, & St. Kilda

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Erica

I spend the morning in St. Kilda and visit Luna Park, after which my favorite L.A. restaurant is named. In the afternoon I swing by the fancy State Library of Victoria. Continue reading →

Melbourne Miscellaneous

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Erica

A cozy restaurant, a fancy theater, and LOTS of food photos round out this week’s miscellaneous images from my time in Melbourne. Continue reading →

Bathing Boxes and Other Memorable Moments En Route to Phillip Island

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Erica

These one-room “bathing boxes” have no electricity or running water, but they are worth several hundred thousand dollars each. Even Eric Bana owns one. Continue reading →

Koalas, Kangaroos, and Peacocks… Oh My

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Erica

Time to see my first kangaroo and koala! I get up close and personal with some of these creatures at Maru Koala & Animal Park en route to Phillip Island. Continue reading →

Please Check Under Your Cars for Penguins: An Evening on Phillip Island

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Erica

Phillip Island is home to a famous penguin viewing platform where we watch these creatures march from the sea to the hillside at dusk. Just make sure one of the little dudes isn’t hiding under your car. Continue reading →