Melbourne had a very cosmopolitan feel to it and a vibrant nightlife. There were lots of buildings going up all over the city and the new convention center had just been completed. This is right off the river and has a nice tall ship parked right out front. I was able to stay just a short stroll away as I was there for work. The city was easy to get around by bus or train. I had just come back from a few months travelling across India and Nepal, so it was nice to get back into the swing of things. The convention centre was very flashy, just as many of the surrounding buildings. There happened to be a Chinese street festival for Chinese New Year.
Melbourne is a good jumping off point to drive the Great Ocean Road which goes all the way to Adelaide from here. If you are driving around be aware there are electronic toll charges that automatically charge the vehicle for driving on main roads near the center of town. If you do not have money added or the sticker for the tolls, there are some hefty fines.
Melbourne is a good jumping off point to drive the Great Ocean Road which goes all the way to Adelaide from here. If you are driving around be aware there are electronic toll charges that automatically charge the vehicle for driving on main roads near the center of town. If you do not have money added or the sticker for the tolls, there are some hefty fines.
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