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If you're in Melbourne and love the water, these water sport hubs are for you! Drive down to destinations like Newcastle or Phillip Island for a thrilling water adventure, or hop on a two hour flight to Gold Coast for an exceptional surfing experience! Wherever you choose to go, white sands and clear waters await you!
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Gippsland-Phillip Island
Gippsland-Phillip Island
From Melbourne  139 km  1 hr 43 mins
  • The famous Ninety Mile Beach-one of the world's largest stretches of sand
  • Gippsland lakes
  • Activities such as kayaking, bush walks, camping, snorkeling, fishing, etc.
  • National parks such as the Tarra Bulga National Park, Croajingolong National Park and Wilsons Promontory National Park
  • Well-known Phillip Island
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Amaroo Park
  Cowes
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Hilltop on Rhyll
  Rhyll
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Oak Tree Lodge
  Rhyll
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Great Ocean Road
Great Ocean Road
From Melbourne  183 km  2 hrs 26 mins
  • Australia's best southern touring routes
  • 2 hour drive from Melbourne
  • Listed as an Australian National Heritage
  • Diverse wildlife
  • Surfing for beginners as well as the experienced
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RACV Torquay Resort
  Jan Juc
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Casa Favilla B&B
  Apollo Bay
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Captains at the Bay
  Apollo Bay
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Seafarers Getaway
  Apollo Bay
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Sapphire Coast
Sapphire Coast
From Melbourne  579 km  6 hrs 40 mins
  • Sandy white beaches
  • Tranquil lakes, caves, cliffs and national parks
  • Surfing, snorkeling and other watersports
  • Food and wine
  • Whale-watching at Eden
  • Award-winning cheese at Bega
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  Merimbula
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Newcastle
Newcastle
From Melbourne  9 hrs 59 mins To Newcastle 1 hr 30 mins -
  • Cosmopolitan harbour city
  • Famous Merewether Beach-popular surfing spot
  • Adventure opportunities
  • Blackbutt Reserve
  • Breathtaking beaches
  • Lively food scene
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Sunnyside Tavern
  Newcastle
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Hamilton on Everton
  Broadmeadow
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Merewether Motel
  Newcastle
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Great Barrier Reef
Great Barrier Reef
From Melbourne To Cairns 3 hrs 20 mins -
  • World heritage site
  • One of the greatest natural wonders of the world
  • The world's largest reef
  • Thousands of species of flora and fauna and marine life
  • Various activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, trekking, and more
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Cairns
Whitsunday Islands
Port Douglas
Mackay
Townsville
Magnetic Island
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Tropic Coast Motel
  West Mackay
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INR 5432
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Shamrock Gardens Motel
  West Mackay
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Central Tourist Park
  North Mackay
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The Park
  Paget
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  Blacks Beach
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Sydney
Sydney
From Melbourne  8 hrs 58 mins To Sydney 1 hr 25 mins -
  • One of the best cities in the world
  • Spectacular beaches
  • Port Jackson
  • High octane nightlife
  • Honeypot for the gourmand
  • Museums that educate about Sydney
  • Considered as a pot of gold by the shopaholics
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Glenferrie Lodge
  Kirribilli
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Cockatoo Island Accommodation
  Near Birkenhead Point Outlet Centre
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Admiral Collingwood Lodge
  Near Birkenhead Point Outlet Centre
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Bondi Beach House
  Near Bondi Beach
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Quest Manly
  Near Manly Sea Life Sanctuary
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Fleurieu Peninsula
Fleurieu Peninsula
From Melbourne  8 hrs 44 mins To Adelaide 1 hr 20 mins -
  • Fleurieu Peninsula - House to Australia's historic McLaren Vale wineries
  • Spectacular beaches and bays
  • Water sports and whale watching
  • Exceptional food and wine
  • Close encounters with native wildlife
  • Only a 45 minute drive from Adelaide
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Lush Pastures
  Bald Hills
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Corinium Roman Villa
  Torrens Vale
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Beach Huts Middleton
  Middleton
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Wollongong
Wollongong
From Melbourne  8 hrs 30 mins To Sydney 1 hr 25 mins -
  • Third largest city in NSW
  • Only an hour away from Sydney
  • White sand beaches
  • Adventure activities like-hang-gliding, paragliding, cycling, abseiling and more
  • Only place in NSW where you can sky dive onto a beach
  • Nan Tien Temple-Largest Buddhist temple in the region
  • Emerging as one of the premier dining spots in NSW
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  Corrimal
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When you stay at the award winning Novotel Wollongong Northbeach in Wollongong, you'll be amidst panoramic ocean and stunning mountain views. In proximity to the golden sands of North Wollongong Beach, is the getaway ideal or short breaks, special events, conferences and business travels. The rooms are spacious and the getaway is known for its exceptional service.
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When you stay at the award winning Novotel Wollongong Northbeach in Wollongong, you'll be amidst panoramic ocean and stunning mountain views. In proximity to the golden sands of North Wollongong Beach, is the getaway ideal or short breaks, special events, conferences and business travels. The rooms are spacious and the getaway is known for its exceptional service.
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Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach
  Near Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium
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Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort
  Near Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium
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The Belmore All Suite Hotel
  Near Wollongong City Gallery
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Port Stephens
Port Stephens
From Melbourne  11 hrs 7 mins To Newcastle 1 hr 30 mins -
  • Idyllic beach getaway
  • Dolphin Capital of Australia
  • Golden beaches and vast blue bays
  • Home to over 150 bottlenose dolphins
  • Swimming with the dolphins
  • Water sports and adventure activities
  • Fresh seafood and local wine for the foodies
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INR 7226
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Bali at the Bay
  Nelson Bay
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Hotel Nelson
  Nelson Bay
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Thou Walla Sunset Retreat
  Soldiers Point
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Karuah Motor Inn
  Karuah
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Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour
From Melbourne To Coffs Harbour 1 hr 50 mins -
  • Traditional place for coastal holidays
  • Adrenaline and adventure capital of the holiday coast
  • Big Banana-adventure rides and educational tours
  • Fabulous crescent-shaped beaches
  • Water sports and adventure sports
  • Loved by backpackers and families
  • Famous for the banana plantations
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Boambee Bay Resort
  Toormina
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Oceana Holiday Units
  Coffs Harbour
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Korora Bay Village Resort
  Coffs Harbour
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