So much to see and do here...
by Sweetberry1
The location of the city, the surrounding region, the coast, and the vinyards.
Geelong is in a fantastic area, close to so many interesting places... You can go surfing, swimming, fishing, camping in the Otways, siteseeing along the Great Ocean Road... The list is endless... The Beautiful Beaches and the coastal towns. The relaxed atmosphere of the place, and the very friendly Locals..
Lovely Bay, Beaches, and activities...
by Sweetberry1
The city of Geelong has a beautiful foreshore. Lots of things to do along the Esplanade. There are many Eateries, Cafes, Bars, Marina, Merry Go Round, and Train for the little people... This building houses the large Merry go round... Many childrens birthday parties are held here. Great, in any kind of weather...
Seafood Resturant... on the Pier..
by Sweetberry1
There are 2 restaurants on Cunningham pier - Smorgy's, a family Restaurant, and Buccaneers a cafe restaurant.
I often see bus loads of travellers stop here.
They flock to Smorgys, it is an all you can eat smorgasboard restaurant.
Pako Festival..
by Sweetberry1
Pako festival recently celebrated it's 21st Birthday.
This is a multicultural festival, where many people from many different nations get together, and celebrate with Great Food, Fine Wine, and Fantastic Music...
All this, in many different languages, cultures, and styles.
Weather
by keeweechic
Geelong has an average summer temperature of between 23 and 12 degrees Celsius and a winter temperature averaging between 14 to 5 degrees Celsius.
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Sovereign Hill, Ballarat is in the mild to cool climate zone of Australia. Summers can be hot but with cool, refreshing evenings. Winter days range from 5 to 6 centigrade in the morning to 13 to 15 centigrade. Ballarat is famous for its mild, still autumns. It seldom snows in winter.