Saturday, August 23, 2014

More of Melbourne



We hopped on a tram which twisted and turned along the streets of Melbourne  and will now show you a few more of the sights we captured along the journey.
The Hotel Windsor, apparently was where Royalty and movie stars came to stay back in the day. The grandeur and elegance of the Hotel still looks like this would be a wonderful place to stay today. I do love the marvelous Victorian architecture and a room with a balcony would be very nice




Regarded by many as one of the spectacular landmarks of Melbourne, is the iconic Princess Theatre - Rogers and Hammersteins, The King and I was playing there


 


I imagine the birdseye view overlooking the City from the Melbourne Star Observation wheel would be fun
You could take the slow way, by horse and carriage, to see the City if you had time
The beautiful sweet horses were obviously used to the hustle and bustle of the noisy City and they posed for me, while I took a photo
Thank you as always, for your visits and thoughtful words.
I wish you a happy weekend
hugs
Carolyn
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44 comments:

  1. cuckiAugust 23, 2014 at 8:56 PM

    Wow it's so beautiful
    Thank you for sharing my dear
    Hugs x

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  2. miss bAugust 23, 2014 at 11:22 PM

    The Hotel Windsor loooks so grand and I'm always attracted to hotels which have an interesting history. So many cities now have these wonderful wheels too. The more I see of Melbourne, the more I would like to visit!

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  3. JeanneAugust 23, 2014 at 11:59 PM

    Beautiful indeed. And the Hotel Windsor has special meaning as that is the name of the city where I live smiles...........

    Thanks for all your beautiful photographs all you share. Love Jeanne

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  4. Kim August 23, 2014 at 11:59 PM

    What a charming city, Carolyn. The theater, the wheel, the horse and carriage all add such a romantic feel to the city. I love that!

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  5. Happy-SonneAugust 24, 2014 at 12:18 AM

    Dear Carolyn
    Thank you for the beautiful pictures. Melborne must be a very nice town.
    Wishing you a happy weekend.
    Love and hugs Yvonne

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  6. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 24, 2014 at 2:02 AM

    Dearest Carolyn,
    We always loved Melbourne it is a very lovely city with some great architecture. Glad you found some time for sight seeing and making photos. We always were on our way to work and only could drink in the sights with our eyes... no time to stop and take photos!
    Hugs and happy weekend with fond memories of Melbourne and your dear daughter!
    Mariette

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  7. LilliAugust 24, 2014 at 3:09 AM

    The horses are so sweet! Melbourbe is such a beautiful city Carolyn, Id like to visit it one day. Have a great weekend, hugs! xo

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  8. MoniqueAugust 24, 2014 at 3:24 AM

    Hi Carolyn! I think that Melbourne is a wonderful city! Through your pictures I also can know it a little bit!!
    Hugs
    Monique

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  9. Jennifer HaysAugust 24, 2014 at 4:11 AM

    It looks like such a beautiful city. I would really enjoy visiting someday. Thank you for sharing your great photos.

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  10. Amy at love made my homeAugust 24, 2014 at 4:59 AM

    It surprise me that Australians think that there is more history in England than they have at home, especially when I see such beautiful old buildings as this - there is plenty of history in Australia too, just in a different way! The horses look lovely and as though they are quite happy in their work. xx

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  11. Castles Crowns and CottagesAugust 24, 2014 at 7:07 AM

    Look at those two lovely EQUINES, my favorite animal in the whole world. How I'd love to take a horse and carriage ride! Have a super weekend my friend! Anita

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  12. BarbaraAugust 24, 2014 at 8:41 AM

    I'm loving all your pics. We visited Melbourne a couple of years ago (our son lives in Adelaide), seeing your photos is bringing back lots of happy memories. Enjoy the rest of the weekend. Barbara x

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  13. decorayadoraAugust 24, 2014 at 2:12 PM

    Hola amiga querida ! Melbourne es una gran cuidad , no tengo el gusto de conocerlo ! Que tenga un óptimo fin de semana
    Besos

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  14. Angelsdoor * PennyAugust 24, 2014 at 2:39 PM

    Thanks so much for sharing photos of this beautiful city Carolyn.. Enjoy your weekend!
    fondly,
    Penny

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  15. My Garden DiariesAugust 24, 2014 at 4:33 PM

    Hi sweet friend!!! What glorious shots of this magical city!! The architecture is exquisite!!!! And is that a shot of your daughter?!?!? So pretty!!! Wishing you a wonderful weekend!!! Nicole xoxo

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    1. Draffin BearsAugust 24, 2014 at 10:39 PM

      Yes, Nicole it is sweet daughter.
      Thanks for visiting
      C

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  16. ETT RÖTT MONOGRAMAugust 24, 2014 at 8:22 PM

    Wonderful to see Melbourne from a horse
    carriage, nice photos you shows us.
    Hugs/AM

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  17. JuneAugust 24, 2014 at 8:46 PM

    Wow! Melbourne looks lovely! I'd love to visit it some day
    xx
    www.JuneWantsItAll.com

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  18. It's meAugust 24, 2014 at 10:08 PM

    Great pictures from. A beautiful city.....lovely sunday...love Ria...x!

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  19. AnneAugust 24, 2014 at 10:16 PM

    What a beautiful city Carolyn:) Lovely photos!
    Anne xx

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  20. Couture CarrieAugust 25, 2014 at 4:05 AM

    Amazing pics, darling!
    Such a gorgeous city!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  21. Rowena @ rolala lovesAugust 25, 2014 at 4:24 AM

    So nice to see some more of your tour through Melbourne. The Hotel Windsor looks so majestic and impressive in these photos. I can imagine it's even more amazing in person! Hope the new week gets off to a wonderful start for you Carolyn!

    Rowena @ rolala loves

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  22. Victorian1885August 25, 2014 at 6:33 AM

    Thank you for sharing Melbourne with us... beautiful!

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  23. Celestina MarieAugust 25, 2014 at 10:54 AM

    Hi Carolyn, I so enjoyed your sharing the beautiful sights in Melborne. What a gorgeous city. Your photos are always amazing and I love the details of the historic buildings.
    Wishing you a wonderful week.
    XO

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  24. Angelsdoor * PennyAugust 25, 2014 at 1:35 PM

    Dear Carolyn,
    Your comment made me smile from ear to ear.. Thank you so much... I really do love needle felting..
    Always a treat to see you came for a visit.
    blessings,
    Penny

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  25. Karen @ Beatrice EuphemieAugust 25, 2014 at 4:22 PM

    Hi Carolyn! What a beautiful city - I love the architecture - those windows are marvelous! Sweet horses, too. Thanks for the little tour! Hugs xo Karen

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  26. GLITTER AND CHANELAugust 26, 2014 at 5:29 AM

    I have just picked out my 5 winners from my giveaway with firmoo, congrats you are one of them!! :) Do you have an email address I can contact so I can send out your voucher code and the info! Let me know. Best of wishes xx

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  27. Glam up your LifestyleAugust 26, 2014 at 6:39 AM

    I wish i could visit melbourne sometimes, such a beautiful city.

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  28. BarbaraAugust 26, 2014 at 10:37 AM

    Really enjoyed your post, Carolyn. I've never been to Melbourne and would LOVE to visit. (Is that you laughing? Fun!)
    Have a wonderful week!

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    1. Draffin BearsAugust 26, 2014 at 1:25 PM

      Thanks Barbara for your visit, no that was daughter laughing.

      C

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  29. Red Rose AlleyAugust 26, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    Melbourne sounds like a delightful place to visit, Carolyn. I love the horse and carriage rides. Me and husband just went on one recently and it was such a treat. The Star Observation Wheel is incredible and would love to see that. aahh, look at those sweet horses - this is such a pretty picture.

    Have a happy week, dear Carolyn.

    love,
    ~Sheri

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  30. Roses, Lace and BrocanteAugust 26, 2014 at 3:26 PM

    I went to the Hotel Windsor many years ago.
    I know there is a lively theatre scene in Melbourne and the Princess Theatre looks a beautiful venue.
    You'll have to take a carriage ride next time!
    hugs
    Shane

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  31. today my wayAugust 26, 2014 at 11:51 PM

    Thank you for a lovely trip, Carolyn. It feels like I was traveling myself - beautiful buildings and the feel of a big city. xx

    www.todaymyway.com

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  32. trishieAugust 26, 2014 at 11:52 PM

    Hotel Windsor looks so beautiful, would love to stay there one day

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  33. Silvia NegrettiAugust 27, 2014 at 6:10 AM

    Seems you had great time in Melbourne , dear Carolyn!
    Such beautifuk pics you took! :D
    xxx
    S
    http://s-fashion-avenue.blogspot.it

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  34. Annie CholewaAugust 27, 2014 at 7:50 AM

    I've really enjoyed visiting Melbourne with you via your last few posts. It's not a city I'm ever likely to make it to in person, more's the pity.

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  35. UnknownAugust 27, 2014 at 11:53 AM

    What a fun place. Thanks for sharing the great pictures.

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  36. Bobby RaffinAugust 27, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    makes me so happy

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  37. margits.bastelstube@kabsi.atAugust 27, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    dear caroly,
    thanks for sharing your photos. melbourne is a wonderful town....
    many greetings
    margit

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  38. JuneAugust 28, 2014 at 4:18 AM

    Oh that Theatre is gorgeous isn't it Carolyn! What beautiful photos you took of the city. I loved the draft horses and love that they were ready for their closeup :) I loved the tour!!!
    I hope you are having a great week sweetie. Things are going along nicely here.
    sending big hugs your way...

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  39. AnonymousAugust 28, 2014 at 10:18 AM

    Hotel Windsor looks like a grand place to visit! Fantastic photos of the architecture Carolyn!

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  40. María Pilar Bernal MayaAugust 28, 2014 at 11:16 AM

    such a lovely pictures!
    kss
    new post: http://tupersonalshopperviajero.blogspot.com.es/2014/08/from-los-angeles-to-seville-ootd.html

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  41. R's RueAugust 29, 2014 at 5:07 AM

    Love them

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  42. RostroseAugust 29, 2014 at 6:43 AM

    Dearest Carolyn,
    I didn't know that Melbourne has so many nostalgic and beautiful places! I'm sure it's worth to be visited - and I think I'll manage it one day! (hope so! Australia is on our "wish list" - NZ as well ;o))
    So many hugs my dear!
    Love, Traude
    Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ

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Thank you so much for visiting Draffin Bears.
It always makes me happy to read your comments
and I look forward to visiting you.


Carolyn xx

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