While the area around the Yarra Valley is well known for its wines there are also a number of nice nature spots in the neighboring hills too. We started out our first morning with a curvy drive to...
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Asia/Australia 2013: Yarra Valley wine tasting
Our first winery stop was Innocent Bystander in Healesville, a bustling restaurant and shop with a wine tasting area near the front door. They offered a free tasting that was ok but not really...
Asia/Australia 2013: Yarra Valley food & lodging
Lodging Yarra Glen Bed & Breakfast, Yarra Glen There were numerous B&B options available in wine country, so the key for us was to find a well-priced place in a good location. I liked the...
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