As anyone knows who has driven the Hume Highway between Sydney and Melbourne, while it’s a good quality divided highway the entire way, driving along the Hume makes for a long boring day (or two). Pity your poor pup then, if you’re driving the Hume Highway with a dog. To liven up your journey and … Read more
As a long-time Sydneysider, I’m usually compelled to say how much better Sydney is than Melbourne, as part of the long-standing rivalry between the two Australian cities. However, when it comes to dog-friendliness, Melbourne in Victoria is way out in front and by far the most dog-friendly city in Australia. Melbourne is a great destination … Read more
The Yarra Valley is a beautiful wine-growing region in Victoria just outside of Melbourne. And a visit to the area doesn’t mean that you need to leave your dog behind. I share with you my tips on the best dog-friendly options in the Yarra Valley, from which wineries allow dogs to where to stay overnight, … Read more
Looking for a fun day out with your dog around Melbourne? No matter if you’d prefer to head to the beaches or the mountains, stay close to the city or head out on a road trip, I’ve got plenty of ideas for dog-friendly day trips all around Melbourne, all within a 2 hour drive of … Read more
The more you look for pet-friendly accommodation options in Victoria, the more enticing choices are revealed. Whether it’s a relaxing country break, a cabin by the beach, or a fun weekend in the city that you’re after, check out this range of dog-friendly places to stay in Victoria, including some great luxury dog-friendly accommodation. Dog-Friendly … Read more
Lorne is of the most popular towns along the Great Ocean Road in southern Victoria. Just a two hour drive southwest of Melbourne, it’s a great destination for a weekend away with your dog, or a must-visit spot when driving along the Great Ocean Road. Find out what you can do when visiting Lorne with … Read more
No matter what your reason for visiting Melbourne, if you’re visiting with a dog, you’ll need to find a dog-friendly hotel. Luckily then an increasing number of hotels in Melbourne now welcome pets to stay with you. Whether you’re after a luxury five-star hotel, perfect for a pet-friendly staycation, or need an self-contained apartment for … Read more
One of Victoria‘s most well-known attractions is the Great Ocean Road. Popular to complete as either a day trip from Melbourne or over multiple days, of course we added it to our road trip driving between Melbourne and Adelaide. However, in the lead up and while driving it, we discovered that the Great Ocean Road … Read more
If you’re wanting to go camping with dogs in Victoria, there’s plenty of dog-friendly campgrounds to choose from, including many low cost or free options. Whether you’re after somewhere to camp for the weekend by the beach or in the bush, or places to stay on a longer road trip, take your pick from these … Read more
A weekend away with your pup probably isn’t the first thing that springs to mind when you think of Daylesford and the surrounding region, best known for the luxurious combination of spas and fine dining. However, while the region isn’t the most dog-friendly one, there’s still plenty of dog-friendly options around Daylesford in Victoria, from … Read more