Melbourne and surrounds

Yacht Race - Port Phillip Bay - Photo courtesy of Tourism VIC

Melbourne, the state capital, stands at the crown of this region, with the Bellarine and Mornington peninsulas enclosing Port Phillip Bay.

Synonymous with fun and relaxation, Melbourne's Bays and Peninsulas feature beguiling beaches, fine food and wine, chic beachfront towns and a variety of family attractions.

Stylish Sorrento and Portsea, on the Mornington Peninsula, are filled with antique shops, galleries, cafes and numerous walking trails along the ocean-facing coastline. Heading inland, you'll find a number of boutique wineries, where many vineyard restaurants create gourmet dishes to match their individual wines. On the Bellarine Peninsula, the historic town of Queenscliff brims with Victoria-era buildings, fishermens' cottages, and fascinating galleries and shops.

Both Bellarine and Mornington peninsulas offer an assortment of water-based activities. In particular, surfing, sailing, swimming and fishing are widely enjoyed, as is swimming with resident populations of dolphins and seals. The region is also noted for its markets, artist workshops, mazes, year-round events, championship golf courses and fresh produce - you can pick your own strawberries, cherries and other seasonal fruits or buy a range of fruits directly from the farm gate.

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Polo Match - Werribee Park - Photo courtesy of Tourism VIC
Flinders Street - Photo courtesy of Tourism VIC
Chateau Fax Winery - Photo courtesy of Tourism VIC

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Global Vision InternationalGlobal Vision International
Global Vision International (GVI) was formed in 1998 to provide support and services to international charities, non profits and governmental agencies. Through our international network of over 100 personnel in over 30 countries GVI continues to support many of the most critical conservation and humanitarian projects around the globe

Bayplay Dive ResortBayplay Dive Resort
Dive with the Dragons! or Dive on a Submarine! Based in Portsea on the Mornington Peninsula, Bayplay offers all inclusive packages for the diving enthusiast with a range of accommodation from private apartments to budget priced rooms and a selection of activities and diving options or courses.

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