Bays and Peninsulas
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Fast Facts
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Couples will love: The lush greenery and golden beaches that offer an amazing array of activities from water sports to cool climate wineries and gourmet restaurants, along with a wide range of Bed and Breakfasts, from old world charm to stylish contemporary.
Climate : A hilly topography and by large a cool climate. The summer days average around 22C, with winter temperatures dropping down to 13C.
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Romantic accommodation, honeymoons & holidays Bays & Peninsulas
Melbourne is located at the crown of two beautiful peninsulas - Bellarine and Mornington. This area is known as Bays and Peninsulas, and the region is a mecca for those that love relaxation and fun. As well as boasting captivating beaches, Melbourne's Bays and Peninsulas offers superb food and wine, and smart beachfront towns. It's a fabulous destination for couples to enjoy a honeymoon, short break or romantic getaway.
The Mornington Peninsula is to the east, and is Victoria's oldest and most popular holiday playground. The narrow spit of land at the end of the peninsula has both calm "front" beaches on Port Phillip Bay and rugged "back" ocean beaches. Inland, the peninsula is an attractive blend of rolling hills and green pastures, terraced vineyards and bush forests. This is the perfect place to enjoy leisurely tours exploring wineries, berry farms, craft shops, produce markets and National Trust properties.
West of Melbourne is Victoria's second largest city, Geelong. This is the gateway to Victoria's Surf Coast (The Great Ocean Road) and the Bellarine Peninsula, renowned for its bay and ocean beaches, wineries, boating, colourful coastal villages, golf courses, and picturesque countryside. The historic town of Queenscliff brims with Victoria-era buildings, fishermens' cottages, and fascinating galleries and shops.
Melbourne's Bays and Peninsulas offer the ideal escape for two - whether it is a weekend of romance, or a longer stay you are looking for. There is a range of accommodation from luxury resorts and hotels, quaint B&B's or you could rent your own holiday house!
Browse our travel specialists below for accommodation and holiday options (including honeymoon packages & holiday special offers).
