Melbourne

Best travel reports from Melbourne

Melbourne surprised me: A day that touched me, changed me – and made me happier than I expected

A travel day that was supposed to be just a transition turned into one of the most moving moments of this journey: contrasts in the city, art, encounters, surprising insights –...

Christmas in Melbourne – four kangaroos, striking marketing, and a city in friendly competition

Sometimes it’s not the big attractions that make a place special, but a small detail that suddenly changes everything. Four kangaroos (actually five), a Christmas sleigh – and the...

Travis goes to Melbourne

On the way to Melbourne and what Travis experiences there. And whoever he and his elders meet...

Melbourne

Last night we took Tram 35 on the City Circle Tram line. Unfortunately, this line only runs until around 6:00 PM, so we were only able to go a few stops. The great thing is that...

Departure into the Heart of Australia

A travel day that starts at four in the morning, without a wake-up call, but with an inner clock. Too much luggage, too little sleep, farewell to the big city – and before me, the...

Melbourne, Day 2

Today we explored Melbourne a bit more. We walked across the Jarra River to the National Gallery of Victoria, or as they abbreviate everything here, to the NGV. It is a large...

Travis meets koala bears in Australia

Travis meets lots of fascinating animals and sees impressive nature

The most livable city in the world.

When I think back to Melbourne, I have to admit: We had a really good time. There was graffiti on every street corner and a Banksy exhibition as a highlight. There was the...

Nord-Süd-Connection reunited :)

Sunday, June 10, 2018 We woke up shortly before 10 am and had to hurry to check out by 10. We checked our backpacks at the reception and went out into the city after a quick...

Muffins, kangaroos, and boat trips

On Wednesday morning we went to the doctor. The bladder infection was still there, despite home remedies and over-the-counter medications. We immediately got an appointment for...

The farewell to Uluru ....

.... was not easy, as we had a great accommodation - among other things with a direct view of the Uluru - as well as some very special conditions at Uluru: In the past 24 hours,...

The Melbourne Holocaust Museum

Wow! Of new exhibition standards!

About accents and Melbourne, the Hamburg of the southern hemisphere

Complex identities, ambiguities, people with more than just one origin are also on the trail here.

Let loose

Today we're taking over Melbourne. Let's start with a hearty leftovers breakfast, with everything the fridge has to offer. After a good meal, we start around 2:00 pm. Off to the...

I hear music, when I look at the photos

When I look at those two photos, I hear music in my head. Actually, one very specific song — Me Llaman Calle by Manu Chao. I think it's the perfect soundtrack for walking down...

2 goodbyes, a change of plan — and suddenly we are in Australia

Those who have been following us from the beginning will know that the last 2.5 weeks of our journey were still unplanned. We wanted to go with the flow and decide where to go...

Back in Melbourne City

26. - 29.03.2018

MELBOURNE - First Weekend

My first week in Ballarat went great! Scott, my host dad, took a few days off so that I wouldn't be alone with the kids @home right away. The other days also went well and the...

Melbourne / Australia

02/09/17 - 06/09/17 Really an amazing city! Even though it's unfortunately just as cold as in Germany.. They say in Melbourne you can experience 4 seasons in one day and it's...

Melbourne

After some time, I'm back in touch from Melbourne. A beautiful city where we've certainly gained 5 kilos. You can really enjoy great food in Melbourne. The famous graffiti art in...

Melbourne and Phuket – just under 8,000 kilometers separate the cities

We are off on Sunday morning. We take the SkyBus to the airport in Melbourne – a perfect service. We had already checked in online, and the luggage drop-off went smoothly...

September 29, 2023 – The last few weeks in Australia

We wanted to make six more stops on the way along the south coast to Sydney. These include Esperance, where there are the most beautiful beaches in Australia, the Great Ocean...

Australian Open

Currently, the Australian Open is taking place in Melbourne. Even though we aren't big tennis fans, a day pass was definitely worth it. There was incredibly good food &...

Melbourne - Friends, Food, Art & Co

😮‍💨Wow first of all, we're back after a little break (enough suspense built up). You have to experience something to be able to write about it. And due to our packed 50-hour...

Melbourne

Done. Last night was okay. Probably because today is the farewell. Farewell to Phillip Island and farewell to our camper. Just 2 more hours and we will be in Melbourne. It...

Melbourne

City tour of Melbourne once again with a convincing free walking tour, colorful beach huts, and Queen Victoria Market.

Chapter Phillip Island

When I came here half a year ago, my plan was to travel the east coast, and now I will have seen every single state when I return to Germany...

Day 94 of 175: World Cruise - Melbourne/Australia

Day 94 of 175: World Cruise - Melbourne/Australia

73rd. Tag 18.3.25 Melbourne Australia

Melbourne: sunny at 23 degrees We are constantly amazed at our weather luck, as the day before it had stormed in Melbourne and rained heavily. The day started with a boat trip...