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Girls just wanna have fun! Writing this from the perspective of a 30-something who has enjoyed many a girl’s weekends away on the Mornington Peninsula be it for a birthday celebration, hens party or simply some much needed respite from the everyday stresses in life, I feel well qualified to put this guide together. There is nothing better than getting your besties together, piling into the car with your favourite road trip playlist blaring and creating memories which last a lifetime.

Whether you have the full two days or just one epic day to plan I have you covered. This mix and match itinerary will give you options to tailor the trip to your liking.

Forget Bridget Jones and the 1980s yellow overly oaked Chardonnays and picture a modern, fresh yet complex wine that truly reflects the varied terroir, is always interesting and identifiable to where it’s grown. On the Mornington Peninsula, we love our Chardonnay.

It turns out that Chardonnay could be the world’s most popular white wine according to the enormous number of bottles sold each year. While native to Burgundy you can now find Chardonnay grown in countries all around the world from Australia, to Europe, Argentina and the USA to name a few.

Whether you’re a local wanting to explore some of your own backyard or are visiting to escape the concrete jungle, you’ll find a bike ride that will tick all your boxes on the Mornington Peninsula. Some may be shared by horse riders, walkers and mountain bike riders but one thing’s for sure - they’re all worth doing - it’s just a case of finding the right one for you. Here’s our top 5 spectacular bike rides, starting with the easiest first.

Some places you can feel a sense of escape from the moment you arrive... and that's what happens when you venture up the winding driveway of Woodman Estate. If you look closely, there is more to this location than meets the eye. The backdrop to this fifty-acre exclusive retreat is a picturesque lake and bushland where the luxury country house retreat is well hidden away. You don't have to stay to enjoy the estate fare, or to pamper yourself at the wellness retreat, but you can if you want. 

Autumn is a wonderful time to take long walks, head to a foodie event or try something new. We have plenty of autumn ideas for you to try and this time of year it’s a perfect excuse to find your next adventure. Take the day, or take a few, and find some new favourite autumn antics on the Mornington Peninsula.