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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Feb 11, 2006
Pros: Good public transport system and modern infrastructure.
Cons: There is nothing really standout about the city. The lack of major sightseeing is noticeable.
Summary: Melbourne shouts pretty loud. Over here in Europe we can hear the claim of "most liveable city in the world", "sporting capital of the world.." or simply "greatest city in the world..". These are high claims especially set against Europes great old ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Feb 11, 2006
Pros: The Most Liveable City on Earth!
Cons: It's an awful long way away from practically everywhere else!
Summary: I suppose I should probably begin by declaring my unquestionable bias on this subject… Melbourne is my home town, and although I’ve lived in a lot of other places around the world, I’ve probably spent the majority of my life there. It often strikes me ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jun 20, 2003
Pros: Clean, safe and close to many world renowned attractions; People
Cons: Unpredictable weather; People (more on that below)
Summary: I just returned from Melbourne this morning and you can expect my memories to still be fresh. Even t ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 31, 2003
Pros: The best shopping and eating in Australia.
Cons: Federation Square.
Summary: Let me say from the outset how much I adore Melbourne. I'm probably a bit biased, not having been to Sydney since I was 5, but for some reason Melbourne has always seen the better one of the two. My most recent jaunt was with my best friend for a ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 26, 2002
Pros: Sporty And Spicy.
Cons: Not So Posh.
Summary: Melbourne, in the state of Victoria, is Australia's second city and is home to over 3.5 million people. It has a concentrated city centre with a clutch of gleaming sky scrapers but is resolutely green in its approach to the environment. As well as a ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 26, 2002
Pros: modern cosmopolitan city
Cons: nil
Summary: Now Melbourne is the second biggest city in Australia and the Capital of the State of Victoria. Since I don't like speaking ill of the dead and I believe it best not to say anything if everything is derogatory, I should end this review right here. Now ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 5, 2002
Pros: Very handsome club with stately public rooms, excellent dining, polished service
Cons: Small, private, hard to get into, no athletic facilities
Summary: While visiting Melbourne last year with my father, we were fortunate to be allowed to put up at the lovely old Melbourne Club on Collins Street, just around the corner from the Windsor Hotel where we had planned to stay. As soon as I ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Dec 19, 2001
Pros: Very safe at night and there's lots to see and do. Great shopping available.
Cons: Very bad weather. Looks too urbanized in some parts.
Summary: I went to Melbourne for a week as part of my volleyball team. The National Schools Cup was an annual event that was being held in the Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Center in Albert Park. It is a sporting event that this year attracted more than 3000 ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 22, 2001
Pros: Excellent grounds, reminiscent of the UK but with cockatoos!
Cons: It's very easy to get lost, and the roads are narrow.
Summary: The Melbourne General Cemetery is one of the best cemeteries I’ve ever visited. I’ve been fascinated by cemeteries ever since junior high, and I always try to visit local graveyards when I’m traveling. You’d be surprised at how different they can be ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 1, 2001
Pros: The best city on earth, not over-populated, beautiful
Cons: Nothing, a bit cold in the winter
Summary: Whether you be a resident of Australia, or a tourist from overseas, one of the nicest cities in Australia is Melbourne. Located in the south-east this city has over 3 million residents, with almost all nationalities on show. Many people would not know ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 14, 2001
Pros: Nice city, easy to get around.
Cons: The people.
Summary: Having recently visited Melbourne, I would like to share with you my experiences.
Cleanliness was very good throughout the city. I rarely came upon any area that was detracted from by the presence of litter or unsightly pollution.
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 5, 2001
Pros: cosmopolitan; great dining, arts and sports scene; prettiest city in Oz
Cons: avoid Dandenong, Springvale and Footscray areas at night
Summary: Well this is about my third review of Melbourne and Surrounds and this is about the last I can do, so it is about time I found a new topic. However, since I have this opportunity and I am in an ideal position to talk about the relatives merits of the ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 27, 2001
Pros: Great food, great sights, friendly locals
Cons: Too much to do!
Summary: As a New Zealander, I live fairly close to our Aussie cousins and have visited them a few times. I have been twice to Melbourne, and enjoyed both trips immensely.
On my first trip, I stayed at the Hotel Ibis, which was a fairly new Hotel. It ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 18, 2001
Pros: A vibrant city with plenty of wonderful attractions, friendly people and spectacular surroundings.
Cons: None
Summary: Pronounced Mel'bun by the locals, this amazingly multi-cultural city with over 3 million residents should definitely be on you itinerary when visiting Australia. Covering over 92,000 sq.miles, Melbourne is the second largest city 'down under', with a ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 3, 2001
Pros: beautiful city gardens, restaurants, shopping
Cons: long way from Europe and USA
Summary: Hi all
I actually live in Melbourne and I highly recommend it to visitors from overseas.
Here are some of the reasons why Melbourne is so great
- Victorian architecture
- historical trams
- good public ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 23, 2000
Pros: excitement, nightlife and a lot to see
Cons: no tube system-
Summary: What are you wanting from travel?
Who should inform you of the places, city's?
I have been travelling for the past year around Europe and I would have given anything to be able to put The Lonely Planet book away and have someone ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 28, 2000
Pros: Something for everyone, European flavour, great atmosphere
Cons: weather can be atrocious in winter!
Summary:
Review Topic: OverviewFor travellers coming to Australia Melbourne is not their first stop, but it should be! Melbourne is a gem of period architecture, beautiful gardens, theatre and culture. Melbourne has all the grace of a ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 22, 2000
Pros: Atmosphere, beach, food, live music.
Cons: Hard to find parking.
Summary:
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions
Visitors to Melbourne might here some unsavory stories about this beach side Mecca, which is 10 to 15 minutes on a tram from Melbourne central, do not believe them , it is a top ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 19, 2000
Pros: Fun times, great racing
Cons: you will probably lose your cash!
Summary:
Review Topic: Sights & AttractionsA horse race. Can a race that lasts all of three minutes, be THAT important to a nation? Well, to Australian's, yes. The MELBOURNE CUP is Australia's richest horse race, nearly three ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 19, 2000
Pros: A true example of Aussie culture and tradition. Anyone can win. Wonderful horses. Beautiful race course. Unforgettable experience.
Cons: You might lose a few bucks if your horse loses
Summary:
Review Topic: Events & FestivalsEvery year on the first Tuesday in November, The Melbourne Cup - The race that stops the nation is run at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne.
The race ... read more
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