With its rugged wilderness, coastal vistas and lush hinterland, Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, just one hour’s drive from Melbourne, is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle. Whether you want to breathe in the fresh sea air at a cute-as-a-button seaside village, explore the peninsula’s stunning national parks or go on a gourmet tour of artisan produce, wineries, breweries and distilleries, a trip to this little slice of heaven is in order.
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1. Doot Doot Doot at Jackalope
Step inside and you can’t help but stare at the 10,000-globe ceiling installation by lighting designer, Jan Flook. The canopy, which is intended to evoke the sensation of fermenting wine, is just the start of your food journey in the one-hatted restaurant.
Visit: 166 Balnarring Rd, Merricks North.
Bookmark: jackalopehotels.com.
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