Mornington Peninsula

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Introducing Mornington Peninsula

Ever since paddle steamers plied their way here in the 1870s, Melburnians have been making for this seaside destination. These days the beach bums are being outnumbered by wine snobs and foodies, but there’s a good weekend to be had here by anyone.

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Peninsula visitor information centre (1800 804 009, 03-5987 3078; www.visitmorningtonpeninsula.org; Nepean Hwy, Dromana; 9am-5pm) has local information.

Last updated: Sep 22, 2008

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  1. tch7 avatar
    RE: Australia itinerary advice

    by tch7 11 September 2011

    That looks better. Wilson's Promontory, the Mornington Peninsula & Philip Island, or the Grampians are all good options for filling up…
  2. Mattt avatar
    RE: What are some things unique to Australia?

    by Mattt 02 September 2011

    +If you'd ever been to Brazil you'd know what I'm talking about+ I haven't. Very much want to, one day. It sounds like an amazing country…
  3. ranjon avatar
    RE: help planning a 12 days trip

    by ranjon 26 August 2011

    If you're not confined to actually overnighting each night in Melbourne, you could look at doing something like a five day tour in first…

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