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You arrive at the Venue at 7pm sharp! You walk in to a beautiful setting - candles, couches, amazing colours and you are warmly greeted by one of the musicians. She offers you a glass of sparkling wine. You enjoy the best Victorian cheeses while getting to know a few of the other guests. Shortly the music starts. You sink into a comfy chair, sit back and relax as you listen to the incredible sounds of the two musicians. It's time for the food so you are taken to a state of the art kitchen. The chef introduces himself. A luscious recipe has been cooked and is immediately served to you. As each morsel is savoured, the chef creates the recipe right in front of you and through his incredible skills, knowledge and often crazy wit, you take it all in. A special wine chosen to match the recipe is also served. The plates are cleared and the chef immediately starts on the next recipe. You watch him create it from start to finish, trying to remember everything. He reassures you, all is well as every guest receive

You arrive at the Venue at 7pm sharp! You walk in to a beautiful setting - candles, couches, amazing colours and you are warmly greeted by one of the musicians. She offers you a glass of sparkling wine. You enjoy the best Victorian cheeses while getting to know a few of the other guests. Shortly the music starts. You sink into a comfy chair, sit back and relax as you listen to the incredible sounds of the two musicians. It's time for the food so you are taken to a state of the art kitchen. The chef introduces himself. A luscious recipe has been cooked and is immediately served to you. As each morsel is savoured, the chef creates the recipe right in front of you and through his incredible skills, knowledge and often crazy wit, you take it all in. A special wine chosen to match the recipe is also served. The plates are cleared and the chef immediately starts on the next recipe. You watch him create it from start to finish, trying to remember everything. He reassures you, all is well as every guest receive

On the day of your experience we will pick you up from the Melbourne CBD half an hour before sunrise. Your pilot will give you a short briefing and you will be then transported to the launch site where you may choose to help with the launch or stand back and take pictures Once all passengers are in the basket of the hot-air balloon we take off You ll be drifting gently over the beautiful city of Melbourne, looking down upon the sunrise-soaked landscape from the basket of a hot-air balloon After your 60-minute flight you ll be taken to meet your Yarra Valley winery tour guide. Your winery tour is just about to begin After your balloon flight we take you to Yering Station where your tour guide will teach you the finer points of wine tasting so that you can swirl, sniff and slurp your way through the afternoon and get the most out of your wine tasting experience. Then the enthusiastic and knowledgeable cellar door staff will take you through their range of benchmark award-winning wines. The next stop is Ro

Come along for a couples indulgent spa experience and reinvigorate yourselves. Located only 70 minutes from Melbourne, indulge in two one hour full body massages, detox saunas and then relaxing baths.This is a wonderful experience to share, often it is hard to communicate the amazing feeling you get from a spa session - now you won't have to, with your beloved by your side.Our goal is to remove any nuance of stress from your body, so we begin with an hour long massage for each of you.Your experienced therapist will work out every knot in your muscles, every bit of tension that was there will be gone. Our friendly staff can help you with any particular areas that need attention. After an hour of kneading your muscles into a blissful state you'll step into a detox sauna. Next we get back to the basics in a half hour bath. Affter your amazing massage and sauna experience, the bath is the finishing touch for your skin and muscles to lock in the spa sensations.

Come along for a couples indulgent spa experience and reinvigorate yourselves. Located only 70 minutes from Melbourne, indulge in two one hour full body massages, detox saunas and then relaxing baths.This is a wonderful experience to share, often it is hard to communicate the amazing feeling you get from a spa session - now you won't have to, with your beloved by your side.Our goal is to remove any nuance of stress from your body, so we begin with an hour long massage for each of you.Your experienced therapist will work out every knot in your muscles, every bit of tension that was there will be gone. Our friendly staff can help you with any particular areas that need attention. After an hour of kneading your muscles into a blissful state you'll step into a detox sauna. Next we get back to the basics in a half hour bath. Affter your amazing massage and sauna experience, the bath is the finishing touch for your skin and muscles to lock in the spa sensations.

Don your flight suit, slimline parachute and fighterpilot helmet and be strapped in right next to the pilot in theBritish Aerospace built Strikemaster Jet Fighter equipped withclimate control, pressurised cockpit, oxygen and a clear canopyencapsulati ng your uninterrupted view as the world rushes by.Thrill to the power of the mighty Rolls Royce jet engine in themost powerful, fastest and most manoeuvrable British built civillyowned Jet Fighter in the country.Your briefing will commence with a short video that gives details on the aircraft, the manoeuvres and important safety points. The audio visual nature of the video ensures you get the best possible appreciation for what it is you are about to go out and do. This enhances the experience because you are more aware of what is going on. The latter part of the briefing involves fitting your helmet and parachute along with an explanation of how these are used. Prior to the flight we briefly review the pertinent safety points.This is the good bit. The flight itse

Don your flight suit, slimline parachute and fighterpilot helmet and be strapped in right next to the pilot in theBritish Aerospace built Strikemaster Jet Fighter equipped withclimate control, pressurised cockpit, oxygen and a clear canopyencapsulati ng your uninterrupted view as the world rushes by.Thrill to the power of the mighty Rolls Royce jet engine in themost powerful, fastest and most manoeuvrable British built civillyowned Jet Fighter in the country.Your briefing will commence with a short video that gives details on the aircraft, the manoeuvres and important safety points. The audio visual nature of the video ensures you get the best possible appreciation for what it is you are about to go out and do. This enhances the experience because you are more aware of what is going on. The latter part of the briefing involves fitting your helmet and parachute along with an explanation of how these are used. Prior to the flight we briefly review the pertinent safety points.This is the good bit. The flight itse

Enjoy the views of Melbourne from the air followed by 8 laps plus 1 hot lap of heart pumping adrenalin Rally Driving action with a Helicopter Flight and Rally Driving, Essendon - VIC. Within minutes of fastening your seatbelt the Melbourne CBD emerges into your horizon. You will be flying in one of our Robinson R44 or R22 Helicopters. Your helicopter flight experience begins with a greeting by your pilot and ground crew and you will be required to complete the necessary paperwork prior to flying. From there, you will be given a safety briefing to ensure that your flight is enjoyable and safe.Make sure you have your camera as you pass Bolte Bridge and Ethiad Stadium - Docklands because the views only get better. The Bay, Albert Park Lake, MCG, not to mention Eureka Tower are all within your grasp as you loop around the CBD. The next stop is the Rally track where you will strap in for 8 laps (4 in short course and 4 in long course) plus 1 hot lap in a Subaru WRX or a Ford XR8 Rally Car. Once you have removed th

The zoo is an exotic out of Africa experience just 30 minutes from Melbourne Head out on a guided safari tour through wild grassy plains and sweeping river terraces rich with rhino, giraffe, antelope and zebra. Walk a fascinating trail to discover cheetah and monkeys at play then come face to face with a pride of lions and meet hippopotamus nose to nose at Kuba River Hippos. Next experience something a little more civilised with an exploration of Werribee Mansion. Take a journey through Victoria s largest and most elaborate private residence. Explore ten hectares of majestic formal gardens, a contemporary sculpture walk, natural riverine area and historic farmyard. Complete your visit with a stroll through the internationally acclaimed Victoria State Rose Garden. How fantastic - a day of wildlife, history and culture - an altogether brilliant day out

Enjoy the views of Melbourne from the air followed by 8 laps plus 1 hot lap of heart pumping adrenalin Rally Driving action with a Helicopter Flight and Rally Driving, Essendon - VIC. Within minutes of fastening your seatbelt the Melbourne CBD emerges into your horizon. You will be flying in one of our Robinson R44 or R22 Helicopters. Your helicopter flight experience begins with a greeting by your pilot and ground crew and you will be required to complete the necessary paperwork prior to flying. From there, you will be given a safety briefing to ensure that your flight is enjoyable and safe.Make sure you have your camera as you pass Bolte Bridge and Ethiad Stadium - Docklands because the views only get better. The Bay, Albert Park Lake, MCG, not to mention Eureka Tower are all within your grasp as you loop around the CBD. The next stop is the Rally track where you will strap in for 8 laps (4 in short course and 4 in long course) plus 1 hot lap in a Subaru WRX or a Ford XR8 Rally Car. Once you have removed th

The zoo is an exotic out of Africa experience just 30 minutes from Melbourne Head out on a guided safari tour through wild grassy plains and sweeping river terraces rich with rhino, giraffe, antelope and zebra. Walk a fascinating trail to discover cheetah and monkeys at play then come face to face with a pride of lions and meet hippopotamus nose to nose at Kuba River Hippos. Next experience something a little more civilised with an exploration of Werribee Mansion. Take a journey through Victoria s largest and most elaborate private residence. Explore ten hectares of majestic formal gardens, a contemporary sculpture walk, natural riverine area and historic farmyard. Complete your visit with a stroll through the internationally acclaimed Victoria State Rose Garden. How fantastic - a day of wildlife, history and culture - an altogether brilliant day out

When you arrive for your motorcycle tour you will be met by your friendly driver. You then put on your helmet and motorcycle jacket and climb aboard Feel the excitement rise as the motorcycle revs into action and prepare yourself for a breathtaking scenic ride Your driver will begin by taking you for a short burst along the Monash Freeway towards the town of Ferntree Gully. From here we climb the winding roads which take you to Mount Dandenong, all the way to the summit of Mount Dandenong and to the observatory. Take in majestic views as you look back over the city. Next stop is the beautiful town of Olinda where we break for a coffee. Then it's off again, winding along ancient fern-lined roads, down the other side of the mountain. We then make our return trip to Melbourne.

An iconic Melbourne retreat, this restaurant never fails to impress Perfect for distinguished tastes, your lady will appreciate every second of this experience. You'll receive champagne on arrival, and that's just the beginning. Sit down to a fine Melbourne feast designed by a famous international chef. The full a la carte menu is at your disposal, and a matching wine will be served with each course. The dining room, luxuriously decorated, is perfect for enjoying each other's company. When you've finished your sensational dessert, you'll move on to the next phase of your night... the amazing horse and carriage ride. An original and rustic experience, this carriage ride takes you from dinner to heaven. Float along Melbourne's famous streets, past landmarks you know and down streets you didn't know. The dinner and carriage ride make for the perfect night out - and the perfect way to show her you care

Your experience begins when you arrive at the marina, all packed for an overnight stay and ready for your two hour yacht cruise on Melbourne s Port Phillip Bay. Port Phillip is home to a host of wonderful attractions and sights and there is no better way to see it all than from onboard a luxury yacht Your skipper will give you a tour of the yacht, ensuring that your are familiar with all onboard facilities. After this your are ready to set sail. During your cruise you can sit back and relax or help sail the yacht, it s entirely up to you. Once your cruise is complete your skipper will bring the yacht to rest at the dock. It is now your private luxury accommodation for the evening. Enjoy a beautiful cooked breakfast at one of the local cafes the next morning before your departure. What's included * 2 hour luxury yacht cruise on Port Philip Bay. * Overnight stay on the yacht. * Breakfast in one of the beautiful local cafes, 1 min walk from the yacht.

You and your partner will be staying at the Grand Hotel Sofitel in the heart of Melbourne. Your studio apartment will have either city or Docklands views and makes for an elegant inner-city retreat. Think of lofty ceilings, plenty of space, fully equipped kitchen and even a pillow menu Your room will also feature a LCD TV and in-house movies, a full bath and shower, and complimentary L'Occitane toiletries. You will enjoy your evening meal at the hotel's Cafe Grand - a three-course seasonal table d'hote dinner (drinks are not included in the price) - before retiring to your room for the night. The next morning we will pick you up from the hotel before first light. You'll be advised of the exact time the evening before. Your pilot gives you a short briefing and you'll be transported to the launch site, where you may help with the launch or stand back and take pictures. Close your eyes and imagine yourself drifting silently through the air. You will hear the sounds of Melbourne awakening beneath you and witn