melbourne cheat sheet
The very first thing you should know about Melbourne is how to pronounce Melbourne. Let me guess. You’ve been saying, “Mel-born”. You’re a ‘stupid American’ then. But that’s okay, because I am too! I’ve been pronouncing it that way too because come on. When you look at that word, it only makes sense. The correct…
melbourne as seen from 935 feet up in the air
No, you don’t have to go on any helicopter rides (but that would be cool, wouldn’t it?). You won’t have to hike up any mountains. All you have to do is get in an elevator. But these aren’t just any elevators. They are supposedly the fastest elevators in the southern hemisphere, traveling at the rate…
city sights in melbourne
White Night – it occurs around the summer solstice, where the sun rises early and darkness is never complete. It originated in St. Petersburg, Russia. White Night Festival activities include the arts and performances. Check these out! Streets – are closed off and you’ll find music and street performers in every direction Dancing – colorful…
walking underwater at sea life melbourne
Imagine this. You’re in a tunnel that’s made of glass. Behind that glass are all sorts of fish, manta rays, and sharks, all swimming above and around you. It almost feels as if you’re underwater with them. Like that manta ray’s fin will graze over your head at any second. Or the shark will take…
where to shop in melbourne
There’s lots of shopping to be done! Queen Victoria Markets – also known as Queen Vic, or the Vic Markets, you will not want to leave this place. It’s actually an extremely dangerous place for your wallet (especially since some stalls accept credit cards)! You will leave, thinking to yourself, ‘What did I just buy? Did I…
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