September 2009

In This Issue:

bothfeet launch two new tours: bothfeet women and first hike
Renowned guided walk operator bothfeet are launching two new premium walking experiences based around Daylesford region - First Hike and bothfeet women.

A who’s who of golfers gather for 2009 Australian Masters
Tickets to the 2009 Australian Masters at Kingston Heath Golf Club in Melbourne (12 - 15 November) are selling fast with golf enthusiasts from Australia and overseas rushing to book tickets to watch Tiger Woods and a host of golfing stars in action.

Melbourne-Sydney touring on a budget: 4 day holiday for 4 people = $750
We the scoop on how a family of four can have a memorable driving holiday for just $750 all up travelling along the Sydney-Melbourne Heritage Drive (starting from Melbourne and taking in Bendigo, Echuca-Moama and Yarrawonga-Mulwala)

New Bellarine Taste Trail launched
Bellarine Peninsula is emerging as one of Victoria's newest gourmet destinations-to-watch, thanks to an abundance of new and innovative food and wine related offerings most notably the new Bellarine Taste Trail.

New Melbourne Wining and Dining Hot Spots
Embrasse brings French dining to Carlton; the Lindt Chocolat Cafe opens in Collins Street; Charcoal Lane serves up modern cusine with a koori twist in Fitzroy and discover Seven Seeds, a small micro-roaster specialising in single origin coffee.

Release your inner gypsy with a horse drawn caravan holiday in the Goldfields
Goldfields travel operator Colonial Way have a unique solution for travellers wanting to reduce their carbon footprint - take a holiday in a horse-drawn gypsy caravan.

New regional accommodation: Delgany Portsea and other news
A heritage listed castle at Portsea has reincarnated into superb luxury accommodation.

Explore East Gippsland with Snowy River Cycling
New operator Snowy River Cycling offers bike riders an exhilarating six-day fully supported cycling tour exploring the picturesque mountains, forests, rivers and seas of East Gippsland.

The Humble Vintage
Keen on pedalling rather than driving or taking public transport around Melbourne?

Mornington Peninsula October Pinot Week
The Mornington Peninsula's vignerons are joining together to celebrate their most famous varietal - the Pinot - in a week-long celebration that includes special dinners, tastings, food and wine matching, master-classes and meet-the-wine maker events.

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Hot Deals
Rest and rejuvenate in Daylesford with hot deals at the Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa and The Lake House.

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