"Fun in Melbourne!" Melbourne by allikat
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This was also an opportunity to take my first glimpse of Australia - and I think it was the start of a love affair. Melbourne was a fantastic introduction, and now I can't wait to see more of this amazing country. I have peeked round the door, so to speak, a tiny peek admittedly but future visits beckon. And of course I have so many wonderful friends here.
So, I had 5 short days in this vibrant, cosmopolitan, friendly city. Not long at all, but in between the wonderful Big Meet events, I put on my walking shoes and endeavoured to see as much as I could. This is what I found...
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Hi its so long since Ive been to say hello - and its great to see some pics and stories of what some of our famed named VTers have been up to!Good page and info on Melbourne too
I always loved this city... thanks for bringing some memories back :)
Melbourne seems to be soooo interesting, I wouldlove to see this exciting part of Australia!
Will be inMelbourne (Austalia for the first time) last week of November, nice page and tips! Pierre (We are still celebrating the win!)
so you had the penthouse suite - great! now i will go and look at the meeting photos
OK - my lips are sealed.......if you're sure........What's the current score?
Hi, I m Godrej from Mumbai, India. recently in Dec 06 I had been to Austalia and what a country it was.. I had been to Perth too in the same visit . You have described Melbourne the way it is. All the best.. T C Godrej.
WOW, Alli! That looks like a blast! (Now I really *do* wish I was there). Jeff-
Great Melbourne tips and great photos too! Thanks. They will be helpful on my Australia trip. Ann
I hope you got enough crabs and beer. And was that you I saw latin dancing later on?