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The world's best destination might be your own city
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Hello Reader, I smiled this week when I read that The New York Times has named Melbourne one of the top places in the world to visit in 2026. Quite the endorsement — especially for those of us who already call this city home. It’s a timely reminder that we don’t always need a long-haul flight to feel like we’re travelling. Melbourne and Victoria offer so much to explore: neighbourhoods we haven’t wandered in years, regional towns perfect for a gentle day trip, exhibitions, walks, and performances, and then some. In this edition, we’re sharing more ideas to help you see our city — and its surrounds — with fresh eyes. Sometimes the world’s best destination is the one right on your doorstep. Enjoy your week,
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Seniors in Melbourne is a travel website dedicated to inspiring and supporting those aged 60+ in planning midweek adventures across Melbourne and beyond. Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly inspiration.
Hello Reader, Last week I found myself in a room full of the people shaping the future of tourism in Victoria. The occasion was the Victorian Tourism Industry Council’s annual Vision Summit — where operators, event organisers, government and industry leaders gather to talk about what’s ahead. One thing became very clear. Tourism isn’t just a “nice to have”. It’s a $46 billion industry in Victoria — bigger than mining and agriculture combined. I reflected on why I started Seniors in Melbourne...
Hello Reader, I’ve recently started following the journey of a Melbourne retiree named Michael Kerrisk — and I can’t stop thinking about it. At 63, Michael has set himself a remarkable challenge: travelling from Melbourne to London without getting on a single plane. No quick long-haul flight, no shortcuts. Instead, trains, buses, ships and a carefully mapped route that will take him through Southeast Asia, across China and into Central Asia — the “Stans” — before eventually reaching Europe....
Hello Reader, It's Terrie here. Last week we took an easy train ride to the Showgrounds for the Caravan and Camping Show — and what a sight! From enormous luxury motorhomes (sadly beyond our budget!) to compact little vans, there were hundreds to step inside and compare. I quickly realised how useful it is to inspect them in person. Some were easy to climb into, others not so much — wobbly steps and missing handrails are worth noting. The Showgrounds is large, so I was grateful for the...