ABOUT MELBOURNE

Melbourne city is set on the shores of Port Phillip Bay. Considered to be Australia’s answer to a European city it boasts a plentiful array of restaurants, coffee shops and bars to keep tourists coming back for more. You will lose yourself in the never ending maze of back alleys and laneways that will take you through the Greek quarter, little Italy and eventually to the Paris end of town. If sport and the arts are more your style, Melbourne’s world famous MCG plays host to the largest array of sporting events from cricket to AFL and football to keep even the most diehard sport nut happy.

VENUE

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GETTING THERE

By air: Melbourne Airport is approximately 22 kilometres from the city – approximately 25 minutes drive.

From the airport:
Taxis: it costs around $40 AUD to the city centre.
Bus: The SkyBus offers direct services from Melbourne Airport to the City every 15 minutes with prices starting from $16.00 AUD one way.

ACCOMMODATION

PokerStars.net freeroll qualifiers will be staying at the luxurious Crown Promenade Hotel. Melbourne also boasts a wide variety of other hotels from luxurious through standard to Bed and Breakfast style accommodation.

USEFUL INFORMATION

Time: GMT+10

Language: English

Climate: The weather in Melbourne will be mild in May, with an average temp of 22 ( °C) 74 ( °F)

Currency: The Australian dollar (AUD). Exchange rates is approximately $1 US = 1.09 AUD Major credit cards are widely accepted.

Visas: Travellers need a valid visa for Australia. Click here for details. Visas can be obtained from selected travel agents, and the Electronic Travel Authority in the USA and Singapore, or you can apply in person at your local Australian High Commission or Consulate.

Official tourist website: www.visitvictoria.com