It's the terrific
Australian summertime routine: packing up and moving towards the beach. However
not all beach towns are created equivalent-- some are fab for families who can stay at pet friendly accommodation, or places that
party all night long; others are low on action and huge on relaxation. Discover
the one that fits you with our helpful guide to the 10 finest beach towns along
the east coast of the country in the nick of time for summe.
Best for
twentysomethings
Sorrento,
Victoria
Ambiance: Don't
be tricked by the heritage structures: Sorrento provides a beach vacation with
a buzz.
Attractions: Swim
with the fur seals at Chinaman's Hat and the dolphins out in the bay. Feeling
less energetic? Walk the Sorrento-Portsea Artists Trail, go gallery hopping or
cruise the stores along Ocean Beach Road. After supper, catch a band at the
Sorrento Pub.
Don't miss:
Drinks in the Portsea Pub's bright beer garden is an afternoon ritual.
Where to remain:
It's worth going out of town for the smooth developed Quarters at the Flinders
Hotel. For a more central place, try the Sorrento Beach
Motel.
Getting there:
Take the Nepean Highway southeast from Melbourne to the Mornington Peninsula.
Sorrento is a 1 1/2- hour drive on the new Peninsula Link Freeway.
Best for: households
Torquay, Victoria
Vibe: Victoria's
browse capital is a hit with families, who make the most of the water sports on
offer, from swimming at the sheltered Front Beach to snorkelling at Point
Danger (never ever fear-- it's far less frightening than the name recommends).
Dining: Best
meals in the area can be discovered at Scorched, a modern bistro with a beach
view.
Where to remain: Before
kicking it up in your
Lorne accommodation,The Wyndham Resort has ocean views, indoor and outside
pools and a tennis court. The Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park provides camping
sites and cabins.
Getting there:
Take the Princes Freeway from Melbourne. Torquay has to do with a 90-kilometre
drive south-west on the Bellarine Peninsula, just past Geelong.
