🌄 Albury Travel Diary | A Perfect Weekend Getaway

Nestled between Melbourne & Sydney, Albury (paired with Wodonga) forms a charming twin-city duo straddling the Murray River—one in NSW, one in VIC! Just 3.5-4 hours from Melbourne, it’s ideal for a weekend escape. Here’s what stole our hearts: 🌅 Must-Visit Spots 💦 Hume Dam Breathtaking reservoir views! Sunset here? Magical. Every angle is photo-worthy. 📸✨ 🌿 Albury Botanic Garden Tiny but mighty! The children’s garden is a whimsical wonderland 🏰: Fairy-tale castle toilets 🧚♂️ Giant dinosaur statue 🦖 (kids adored it!) 🍷 Sweet Surprises En Route 🍓 Schmidt's Strawberry Winery (Toward Bright) STRAWBERRY WINE = DIVINE! 🍷🤯 Regret not buying more! 🍕 The Red Stag Restaurant (Near Bright) A hidden gem! 🦌 Live deer sightings + venison pizza (sounds wild, tastes amazing!). Plus, views to die for! Why Albury? ✅ Scenic drives + quirky stops ✅ Kid-friendly magic ✅ Unexpected gourmet finds #WeekendEscapes #NSWTravel #FoodieFinds #AlburyAdventures