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With the spring sunshine on its way, now is the perfect time to book a quick little getaway to enjoy the warmer day (and starry nights) with some snuggly sleeping under canvas. Yep, think fun with a low environmental impact. You can bring your own tent for the traditional beachside camping, or choose bell tents and bunting pitched ready-for-you in picturesque locations where you don’t even need to bring a sleeping bag!

Read on we’ve picked 3 of our top spring camping and glamping experiences for you to explore!

Spring is the perfect time of year to unfurl from your winter hibernation and take yourself on a gastronomic journey through the Mornington Peninsula. Here the foodie scene has been growing in leaps and bounds with more options for tempting your taste buds than ever before. From cellar doors to farmgates, fine-dining restaurants to breweries and distilleries, the opportunity to sample local flavours are seemingly endless and have seen the region awarded the Most Delicious Region in 2018.

Show dad he’s the bee’s knees on Father’s Day.

This year it’s time to up the ante by spoiling dad with great food and making new memories together. Why? Because dads are one of a kind, they make sacrifices that go unnoticed until we grow up ourselves, they influence us, protect us and try their best to help us become well-rounded adults. And while a voucher or a new set of handkerchiefs wouldn’t go unappreciated, we think dad deserves the gift of great company.

Mornington Peninsula is full of places that offer delectable locally produced food, wine and spirits. Luckily some of the chefs, winemakers and distillers love to share their secrets with you. Learning something new can be hugely satisfying and if you are sharing the experience with others you are sure to have some laughs along the way.  Book ahead to avoid disappointment!

Winter may feel like the time to stay indoors on the couch by a warm fire, but it is also an amazing time to get out and explore the great outdoors Mornington Peninsula style.  Discovering our beautiful region on foot will allow you to slow down and experience the hidden treasures that you miss when you drive - listen to the birds, encounter native wildlife, stop to take in the views, or find that secret beach.  Because we know that sometimes you need some inside knowledge to get you started here are 5 of our favourite walks that we hope will inspire you to put on your winter woollies and walk!