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Melbourne holidays

Bright and eclectic, filled with sights, sounds and excitement

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Melbourne is an eclectic mix of old and new, where leafy boulevards and old-fashioned trams live side by side with rocking festivals, bustling Federation Square, eclectic bars and the hippest boutiques.

Australia’s culture and shopping capital, Melbourne is renowned for its cosmopolitan mix of cultures and vibrant atmosphere. It is as widely known for its obsession with the arts and sports as it is for its thriving cafés and restaurants and impressive shopping centres.

Discover Kuoni’s selection of Melbourne hotels.

Melbourne Highlights
•    Book our Melbourne Experience package to get a convenient taster of Melbourne and its surrounding areas.
•    Take a tour of Ramsay Street on a Neighbours tour, and see the street it’s filmed on (actual name Pin Oak Court) in Vermont South and, if you’re lucky, maybe even a little bit of filming.
•    Float over the city on a hot air balloon ride and you’ll notice just how beautiful it looks from above.
•    Enjoy a cup of tea in the Botanical Gardens as you gaze out over perfectly manicured lawns, vibrant flowers and soak up the tranquil ambiance.
•    Stroll through the Southbank past the Ophelia statue and enjoy wining and dining in its great range restaurants and bars.

Melbourne Tailor Made
Don’t forget that with Kuoni, you can tailor make your own dream Australian itinerary.

Simply:
•    Browse our online portfolio, or request a copy of our fantastic Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific brochure.
•    Call our knowledgeable Australia sales team who will help guide you through your options and prepare your detailed holiday quotation.
•    Request a quote online

Melbourne Facts
For further information, inspiration and holiday ideas:
•    Our comprehensive list of Australia facts and information.
•    Our Melbourne i-travel article.

Capital city

Canberra

Population

Australia has a population of 19.5 million.

Time difference / local time

Australia has three time zones: Eastern Standard Time: GMT +10 Hours taking in Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland Central Standard Time: GMT + 9 Hours 30 Mins taking in Northern Territory and South Australia. Western Standard Time: GMT

Language

English is the official language even though they do have their own vocabulary for certain words! The aborigines do have their own language but it is not widely spoken.

Currency

Australian Dollar ($). Approx. exchange rate AUD 1.61 = GBP 1 (27 January 2011) comprising of 100 cents = $1.

Passports and Visas

Visas are required by everyone except holders of Australian or New Zealand passports. Visas can now be booked electronically through Electronic Travel Authority (ETA’s) or by contacting the Australian High Commission. Clients will also require a 10 year passport which needs to be valid for six months after return to the UK. All other passport holders should contact the Australian High Commission as early as possible.

Shopping

Aborigine art is available in all major cities at every conceivable price. Shops selling duty-free goods are available so it’s worth looking at radios, photographic and electrical equipment, as well as clothes and perfumes. Your passport and ongoing ticket will prove that you’re eligible for duty-free although not always asked for. Souvenirs include the cuddly koala, boomerangs and the Australian wide brimmed hat.

Climate / season

Rule of the thumb is that the seasons in Australia are opposite to those in Europe. Spring & Summer is October to March with most of the country being warm or hot, the north being more tropical and the south having milder nights. Autumn and winter is April to September where the north and central Australia is clear, with warm days and cool nights. The south experiences cool days with occasional rain.

No compulsory vaccinations but recommended vaccination is Tetanus.

Clothing

For warmer weather light weight cotton garments are advisable and for cold weather a jumper or jacket is useful especially for cooler evenings.

Tipping

If you feel that you have received an excellent service and wish to show appreciation for this then a discretionary tip of 10% may be given.

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