By PETER DOUGLAS
WHO among us doesn’t enjoy the wonders of spring?
Not many, I wouldn’t have thought, unless you’re the Grinch or possibly even Oscar the Grouch.
For most of us, spring is not only a season of growth, rebirth, rejuvenation and renewal, but a time to venture out in the Yarra Valley and take in the amazing surrounds.
To give you a nudge in the right direction, we at ‘Tourist News’ have compiled a feature-packed list of inspirational sites and attractions to explore and enjoy.
To begin with, it’s not just the metropolitan crowds that have the chance to dress up and be social, while enjoying spring horse racing.
The Yarra Valley region offers one of the finest racing calendars.
With this in mind, we’ve helped you get inspired with a superb feature story on the series of popular racing meets that comprise the Yarra Valley Spring Carnival.
To ensure you’re looking your best, at whichever meet you feel compelled to attend, we’ve highlighted the best in local fashion.
But thanks to the seemingly endless options for this spring, the list certainly doesn’t stop there.
We’ve also catered for the slightly more adventurous.
The Tourist News team has proven that to partake in more extreme activities, you don’t have to travel abroad to thrill-seeker hotspots.
Just consider, for example, skydiving, hot-air ballooning and the many challenging trails.
For those looking to slow the pace down, we’ve also included a list of gardens that will be open to the public.
What better way could there be to enjoy the visual and sensory wonders of spring than to visit the meticulously prepared gardens in the Yarra Valley?
Let’s not forget the host of hugely popular markets and wineries in the region, which are just ripe for some spring fun.
