Go Ride a Wave
Glen picks up a couple of surfing tips with the experts at Go Ride a Wave. With over 50 staff at various locations, Go Ride a Wave has been running outdoor adventure, recreation and education programs throughout Victoria since 1987. Go Ride a Wave is the biggest surf school in Australia. Its staff teach thousands of people to surf every year. So no matter if you're 8 or 80 years old, or whether you're an elite athlete or a couch potato you can learn to surf. Clients are taught by friendly and helpful instructors who are fully qualified in surf life saving, first aid and surfboard riding.

Ph 1300 132 441 (within Australia)
www.graw.com.au

Eco Logic Tours
Bridget gets her feet wet learning about life in a rock pool on a Rock Pool Ramble with Eco Logic Tours. There is not a rock that Eco Logic Tours has left unturned from Anglesea to Lorne while teaching both the old and the young about everything that lives and grows in rock pools. From crabs to sea stars and even more unfamiliar animals like amphipoda and anemones, you too can become an expert when it comes to rock pools.

Ph 03 5263 1133
www.ecologic.net.au

Aireys Inlet Lighthouse
When travelling along the Great Ocean Road, take the time to admire Australia's most photographed lighthouse. In the heart of Aireys Inlet, the split point lighthouse was built in 1891 and sits at a height of 34 metres. Affectionately known as the White Queen, it's a welcome sight for ships that have rounded Cape Otway.

All About Mountain Bike Tours
Lawrence discovers the Lorne State Forest on two wheels with All About Mountain Bike Tours. A family owned business that has set out to create a complete package for all mountain bike tourers, the company has a healthy respect for natural resources in the bush and aims to show people the wonders of the great outdoors on bikes. The company runs tours through the You Yangs Regional Park, Brisbane Ranges, Angahook, Anglesea Heath, Lorne State Forest, Bellarine Rail Trail and the Barwon River Bike Track.

Ph 03 5277 0817
www.allaboutmtbtours.com.au

Apollo Bay
Wild Dog Trails
Join Bridget on a unique horse ride along one of Australia's most famous coast lines. With only a few places left in Australia where you are still allowed to ride a horse on a public beach, Wild Dog Trails are not to be missed. Wild Dog Trails has been riding along Apollo Bay beach since 1989 and is for all riders, from novices to advanced riders. Tours run for one to three hours during the day and at sunset.

225 Wild Dog Road, Apollo Bay
Ph 03 5237 6441

Apollo Blue Apartments
Apollo Blue Apartments offers premier waterfront living on one of Australia's most spectacular coastal stretches. Spaciously designed three bedroom split level apartments offer all modern conveniences, expansive ocean views and are only metres away from shops and cafes. It's the perfect place to relax and enjoy your holiday.

Apollo Bay Real Estate
Ph 03 5237 6258
www.apollobayrealestate.com.au

Apollo Bay Market
Lawrence takes a look around Apollo Bay with his old mate Grubby from Gold 104 radio station. First stop, the Apollo Bay Market. The Market runs from 8.30am to 12.30pm every Saturday during the year, with stall holders from the local area. It provides an excellent opportunity for a pleasant morning with quality handmade wares, conversation, coffee from nearby cafes and the beach all on offer.

Chris's Beacon Point Restaurant
Chris's Beacon Point Restaurant is one of the standout restaurants in a string of brilliant eateries that line the Great Ocean Road. Sharing the same breathtaking views across Bass Strait, Chris's focuses on the food of Southern Europe combined with the freshest produce. Fresh local seafood and Greek-influenced dishes are a specialty, and the wine list features an extensive list of Victorian and international wines.

280 Skenes Creek Road, Apollo Bay
Ph 03 5237 6411

Warrnambool
Great Ocean Road Helicopters
Glen and Bridget take a ride in one of the Great Ocean Road helicopters and are treated to an amazing view of the spectacular and fierce Shipwreck Coast from the comfort of the cockpit. As they fly along the sculptured coastline and admire the Twelve Apostles, the local pilot gives them an insight into the history of the coast.

Twelve Apostles car park
Ph 03 5598 8266
www.gorhelis.com

Shipwrecked Lawrence stops off at Warrnambool, the heart of what was once called the Shipwreck Coast, with over 180 vessels dashed on the rocks in the area. Lawrence visits Shipwrecked, a spectacular theatrical experience that brings to life the tragic story of the Loch Ard disaster in a uniquely entertaining presentation. The tale of the Loch Ard's demise, and the miraculous survival of just two passengers, teenagers Tom Pearce and Eva Carmichael, is dramatically relived in a spectacular laser light show which is projected onto a 9-metre-high aqua screen.
23 Merri Street, Warrnambool
Ph 1800 556 111 (within Australia. Bookings essential)
www.flagstaffhill.com

Port Fairy
Customs House
The former Customs House is one of the earliest existing customs houses in Victoria and now a National Trust listed home. Built in 1860 from local bluestone, it has been fully restored and extended into a gracious home with a delightful cottage garden and a private paved rear courtyard. With three living rooms, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, the house sleeps five and is ideal for a family or two couples.
28 Gipps Street, Port Fairy
Ph 03 9817 6027

Port Fairy Folk Festival The team catches up at the small fishing village of Port Fairy for its annual Folk Festival, celebrating 30 years as Australia's independent music festival. A number of major international and national folk artists come out for the four-day festival of folk, country, Celtic, and much, much more. Apart from wonderful concerts there are many special festival highlights and events, including the Festival of the Streets, craft fair, markets and food festival and the instrument makers' exhibition.
Ph 03 5568 2227
www.portfairyfolkfestival.com

What's on
2006 Formula One Foster's Australian Grand Prix
Experience the last day of excitement and thrills of the Foster's Formula One Grand Prix in the heart of Melbourne and at the Docklands with live big screen on-track coverage.
Where: Federation Square, Docklands
When: Sunday 2 April
More info: www.grandprix.com.au

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show
The world renowned Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show is back for its amazing 11th year, featuring the best landscape and floral talent that Australia has to offer.
Where: Royal Exhibition Building
When: April 5-9
More info: www.melbflowershow.com.au or ticketmaster.com.au