Accommodation with Oaks Hotels & Resorts in
cosmopolitan Melbourne places you at the centre of the city known as the dining, cultural and sporting capital of Australia.
Boasting a diverse multicultural mix of people, food, arts, events and a rich history, Melbourne is best known as Australia’s cultural, dining and fashion capital.
The city is set around Port Phillip Bay and offers visitors a wide range of holiday experiences. Major tourist attractions include St Kilda Beach, The Giant Sky Wheel, Melbourne’s 360° Observation Deck, Luna Park, Melbourne Zoo and Crown Casino. Tourists will also enjoy a multitude of peaceful landscaped gardens, stylish arts and cultural events, and educational museums and historic sites.
A ‘must-do’ when visiting Melbourne is a tram ride through the city where you can discover the inner city precinct, Chapel Street and famous South Melbourne Markets.
Melbourne also hosts some of Australia’s biggest sporting events including The Spring Racing Carnival, the iconic Melbourne Cup held each November at Flemington Race Track, the Australian Open Tennis Tournament, the Australian Formula One Grand Prix and the AFL Grand Final is held every year at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
A vibrant city, never short of exciting events here is just a taste of what's coming up in the coming months.
 | | | | Brickvention
Are you a huge LEGO® fan? Then you need to visit the Brickvention which is the Australian based LEGO® convention. This is a two-day event from the 21st - 22nd January 2012 and is a great chance for all LEGO fans of all ages to get together to view original and unusual creations built by Australian modelers and collectors. So come along and view the amazing creations and models made out of LEGO.
There will be a massive collection of LEGO models from trains, pirate ships, space ships, sculptures and much more! Also, don't miss out on the competitions, face painting and the merchandise that will be on sale.
For further details visit the Brickvention website. |
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 | | | | St Kilda Festival
When: 4 - 12 February 2012
On Sunday 12 February, 2012 the St. Kilda Festival will fill the foreshore with some great Australian Music and local food stalls. The festival is one of Australia’s best known free events and a Melbourne Summer Classic. This is the perfect summer celebration!
Visit the website for more information. |
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 | | | | Melbourne Food & Wine Festival
When: 2-21 March 2012
The 2012 Melbourne Food & Wine Festival will have over 300 diverse events which will unveil the best foodie experience on earth We are sure you will find something that you can treat your taste buds to so eat, drink and join!
For further details visit here |
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 | | | | L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival
When: 8 - 15 March 2012
Location: Central Pier, Docklands and various venues, Melbourne, VIC
The annual celebration of design and fashion can be seen at the L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival. This years festival invites you get amongst world-class runway shows and attend workshops featuring the latest beauty trends or engage in business events.
If you would like more information please visit the website. |
