Unique Carriage Hire
Unique Carriage Hire has been operating beautifully maintained open and enclosed carriages in Melbourne for twenty years. Whatever the occasion, from weddings to city tours to casino trips, Unique Carriage Hire will be there to escort you in style.
Ph 0414 752 835
www.uniquecarriagehire.com.au

David Jones
Bridget and Dermott get ready for the spring racing carnival with the help of David Jones. They check out the latest fashions and the best food for all your hamper needs.

With a brand new cosmetic section, stocking some amazing new labels, and a huge food hall, David Jones is your one stop shop for this year Spring Racing Carnival.
www.davidjones.com.au

Thoroughbred Stud Tours
Lawrence completes his Spring Racing Carnival experience with a first-class thoroughbred stud farms tour. Whether your interest is as a professional breeder, a syndicate looking for a sire or broodmare investment, you yearn for a yearling or you're simply a thoroughbred fan with a passion for the racing industry, this tour has it all. Explore Victoria's countryside and discover Spring Racing Carnival history. Thoroughbred Stud Tours, in conjunction with the Spring Racing Carnival, are arranged by appointment, usually on the Sunday and Monday preceding the Melbourne Cup. Tours are a single day beginning with a pick-up around 9am in Melbourne's CBD and returning around 5.30pm. Enquiries are welcome about overnight tours and day tours at other times throughout the year.

Victoria Winery Tours
Ph 03 5428 8500
www.winetours.com.au

Glen Erin Vineyard Retreat
Glen Erin Vineyard Retreat is the ultimate four-and-a-half star luxury retreat with country hospitality. Nestled in the foothills of the Macedon Ranges, Glen Erin Vineyard Retreat is situated four kilometres from the picturesque township of Lancefield. Twenty-seven luxury suites are available with king beds, private ensuites, mini-bar and fridge, private balcony with vineyard views.

200 Rochford Road, Lancefield
Ph 03 5429 1041
www.glenerinretreat.com.au

Australian Racing Museum
The Australian Racing Museum brings the exciting world of thoroughbred racing to the heart of the city. Champions, a non-profit organisation, is vital in preserving the heritage and creating an awareness of the racing industry in Australia. They have created a leading edge museum to showcase the magnificent collection of objects and to provide a permanent home for the Australian Racing Hall of Fame, host blockbuster touring exhibitions and feature state-of-the-art interactive and multi-media attractions to inform and entertain.

Federation Square, Melbourne
Ph 1300 139 407 (within Australia)
Open 7 days 10am–6pm
www.racingmuseum.com.au

Cup Cruiser to Flemington
Glen discovers the best way to arrive at the races in style is on Cup Cruiser. As the official vessel chosen by Flemington to deliver the Melbourne Cup on race day, Cup Cruiser is an exclusive way to entertain colleagues or friends and arrive at the races without the hassle of public transport or traffic jams. Cruises depart from Pier 35 or Docklands and are skippered by experienced staff and fully catered with gourmet food and beverages. Cup Cruiser is licensed to carry 16 people and caters for up to 14 guests in comfortable leather arm chairs.

Ph 03 9376 3888
www.cachegroup.com

Flemington and the Spring Racing Carnival
The 2006 Spring Racing Carnival is officially underway. Each year, more than 100,000 overseas and interstate visitors plan trips to attend our spectacular racing celebrations both on and off the track. The Spring Racing Carnival includes 79 race meetings, over $37 million in prize money and 50 days of spring festivities.
www.springracingcarnival.com.au

What's on
Melbourne Cup Carnival
Where: Federation Square, Melbourne
When: 30 October – 11 November
More: www.vrc.net.au

Michaels Camera Museum
Where: Corner Lonsdale and Elizabeth streets, Melbourne
More: www.michaels.com.au

Hyundai A League Football Home and Away series
Where: Olympic Park Stadium
When: Until February 2007
More: www.a-league.com.au or 1800 783 013 (within Australia)