5 Must Visit Family-Friendly Places
Keeping abreast to financial news might not interest holidaymakers, but the recent slowdown in China stocks, and the latest financial news on the Australian dollar weakened against the Singapore dollar is worth the read.
So the good news for us is – it’s the time and season to visit Australia!
Australia is one of my favorite countries! The distance from Singapore to Australia is 4,376.35 kilometers and it takes about 6 to 8 hours by air to reach the country. Not only is the country filled with the natural wildlife, beaches, islands, but also the warmth from the locals. Australia is also one of the top choices for family vacation. Having so many cities like Perth, Darwin, Brisbane, Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, and Tasmania to visit, I just feel like saying “Hey mate, where should we start?”
If you are bringing your toddler, let us take you to Melbourne and suggest our top 5 must visit places that’s family-friendly!
PUFFING BILLY
Puffing Billy – Your little ones will be thrilled to experience the train ride and spend the day out with Thomas at Emerald Town Station. (Do check out Puffing Billy’s official website for the schedule and pre-book your tickets online. Click here for more details.)
PHILIPS ISLAND
Along the entrance to Churchill Island, slow down and take time to admire the natural birdlife at the island wetland (seasonal) and opportunity to meet the wallabies.
Phillip Island Nature Park – Spend your day at Philips Island Nature Park, world-renowned conservation programs and quality ecotourism experiences. This park is a natural home for koalas, seals, shearwaters and Little Penguins.
Suggested activities from www.aussiecentre.com/philipisland
- Spot Koalas at the Koala Conservation Centre from the tree top boardwalks
- The Nobbies – a rugged rocky outcrop with views of Bass Strait
- Join the Penguin Parade on floodlit Summerland Beach and watch the Little Penguins waddle ashore from the Penguins Plus premium viewing area where you’ll enjoy the best views of the Penguins (souvenir gift and drink included)
- Wander the boardwalks and see the Penguins heading for their burrows
- Explore the Visitor’s Centre – an opportunity to learn about the life of the Little Penguin
- A dinner stop will be made before or after the Penguin Parade (dependent on season and at own expense)
SORRENTO
Sorrento is one of the most scenic and popular seaside towns in Victoria, with a beautiful calm bay on one side and a roaring surf beach on the other separated only by great shops, restaurants and cafes and it is easy enough to stroll between the two. You can also dine at The Baths Restaurant and get up close feeding experience with the pelicans or simply spot the bottlenose dolphins.
TWELVE APOSTLES
The Twelve Apostles are one of the top tourists spot. From offering a unique experience of having a up-close encounter with Australian Wildlife, to the tree top walk at the Otway Fly and star gazing experience, you will be spoilt for choice of the activities.
If you are planning this trip for your family, visit http://visit12apostles.com.au and do some research. For families with younger children, you can make things simpler by choosing one of the recommended accommodation – Bellevue Farmstay.
WERRIBEE OPEN RANGE ZOO
Werribee Open Range Zoo are open daily from 9am to 5pm, with last entry at 3.30pm. Children from 0-3 years old enjoy free entry, and children age from 4-15 years old enjoy free entry from Saturday, Sunday and public/school holidays.
When you visit Melbourne, don’t forget to slow down, take a breather and take some time to chat with the locals. They will be sure to tell you more interesting places that only the locals know! Have fun!
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Love,
Familystaysg team