Melbourne

  Melbourne is a vibrant city full of life, coffee, music and street art. Regularly listed as one of the world’s greatest cities to live in, according to The Economist Intelligence Unit’s yearly reports, you’ll soon understand why. However, while absorbing all that’s happening around you, don’t miss out on taking a tour of one of […]

With so many incredible destinations and experiences waiting in Australia, making the most of them is essential. Deciding on the right travel arrangements is a vital part of this, and there's no better way to get the most out of your Aussie experience than road tripping. Here are three reasons why you should hire a […]

If you're in Melbourne in November, you'd be hard pressed to escape the Melbourne Carnival Cup. Every November, the week-long event encompasses four races including the famous Melbourne Cup Day – all held at Flemington Racecourse, just a few kilometres drive outside of the city.  What's all the fuss about? Here's what you should know […]

  If you know your drivers from your putters and fancy a leisurely game of golf on your Australian road trip, you’re in luck. From South Australia all the way up to Queensland, there are more places than we could ever list to stop off for round or two. We’ve rounded up some popular courses you […]

For a holiday that takes you away from the day-to-day and provides an opportunity to completely relax, it's best to get out of the city and head into the bush or to the coast. Whether you want empty forests, peaceful mountains or a luxury spa resort, your Australian road trip can include it all. With […]

Australians are known for being pretty enthusiastic when it comes to sport. With our car hire available across several east coast locations, what are the top sporting events you should be visiting on your Australia road trip?  1) Tennis – the Australian Open Under a number of different names, the Australian Open started in 1905. […]

When visiting Melbourne, with so much going on it can be tempting not to leave the CBD. With our car hire available in the CBD or at the airport, you have no excuse not to get out on the highway and explore these easy to reach hiking spots.  Whether you like a coastal walk or a […]

When road-tripping on the great Australian east coast, it's hard not to think that the Great Barrier Reef is the only scuba dive location. While we all know that the Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's top natural wonders (and did you know it is visible in space?), there are loads of other awesome scuba […]

  As a previous seven-time winner and 2018 top 20 contender of the World’s Most Livable City, Melbourne continues to prove that it’s a place to be reckoned with. But what makes this East Coast city rank so highly in Mercer’s Quality of Living Ranking report? We have a few ideas….. 1. An incredible itinerary of […]

  With an incredible dining scene, fantastic shopping opportunities and a yearly calendar brimming with eclectic events, it’s easy to see why Melbourne continues to take the title as the world’s most liveable city. Discover what incredible activities are on offer this winter in Melbourne with the help of East Coast Car Rentals. 1. Wander […]