Visitors to this stunning historic and nature destination will not be dissapointed by their stay at Walhall’s Star Hotel. A tourism Success story like no other in a very special neck of the woods.

Meticulously restored with all modern facilities and large welcoming rooms the Star Hotel is a must do destination when visiting Victoria. Above in the old days, below now.

The alpine walking track that many guests experience whilst staying at the Star Hotel in Walhalla crisscrosses the extraordinary terrain of the region.

It’s a must do for nature lovers and those that want to get away from the mad rush of city life. The history of the region is just amazing and there are awesome nature walks and also advanced hiking trails. The Walhalla township is a time machine waiting to be explored. See below

Extraordinary Rock Formation Then

Awesome Rock Formation

Walhalla’s Star Hotel provide luxury accommodation in 12 stylish modern suites in the heart of the township. For over 12 years, Walhalla’s Star Hotel has provided a fabulous break from the ordinary in beautiful surroundings. Walhalla is the most wonderful town to visit and a stay at the Star Hotel is the icing on the cake.

The Star Hotel is a Victorian Tourism Success Story like no other, Michael Leaney the Proprietor of this hotel and fervent stalwart of the township as a whole has achieved what many provincial Tourism Organisations have failed. He has turned this historic destination into an international icon, with tourists from all over the world making the trek to stay at his hotel and experience the tranquil nature and beauty of the region.

With complimenatry Range Rover transfers ferrying our passengers to and from Tullamarine Airport and our private departure louneg and heliport at Melbourne’s Essendon Airport and full passenger loads in many types of helicopters it proved to be a very successful day at the Motogp. All passengers got to their connecting flights on time, missing the traffic and getting a great city scenic en route. It’s the biggest day in helicopters for Melbourne and expertly run and organised by PHS. See happy passnegers above and below pilot Jodie Keffords special view of melbourne flying past in the Agusta 109 Luxury Helicopter. Can’t wait for MotoGP 2010.

Happy passengers in the front and back of the helicopter departing for the motogp at phillip island and pilot Guy Maine bottom below, whilst flying the Robinson44 on the day, I think he may be angling for some 109 time!

“Many thanks for the adventure of the heli ride over Melbourne last weekend. All three of us enjoyed the experience and Melbourne really does look terrific from a bird’s eye view. It is our favourite city (maybe Paris is close second).”

Thanks again. Jose, Maggie and Patricia Miguel

The Echidna (or affectionately known as the Spiny Anteater) is a primitive mammal. It lives in both Australia and New Guinea.

It is a solitary animal that burrows. When it is attacked, the echidna will burrow into the ground or curl itself into a ball using its spines as a method of defence against the predator. The echidna’s spines cover the top of its body. Echidna’s have long sharp claws on their feet, and are approximately 35-50 cms long with a 10cm long tail. Their nose is very sensitive, they use this to find food, then they use their long sticky tongue to catch ants, worms and other such insects. Echidna’s weigh on average between 2 to 7 kilograms.

Female echidna’s lay a single egg in their pouch. After ten days, the egg hatches and a puggle (baby echidna) is born. They are born blind and hairless, and consume milk from a gland within the pouch. After an average of four weeks, the puggle develops sharp spines, and must leave the pouch.

Pilot Guy Maine takes in the fantastic sights of Point Nepean, where there is a very informative tour run by Discovery Attractions (thanks for the great Echidna moments Fraser!) on the ground within the park. A look at the Historic Quarantine Station also surprises. There is a huge community of Echidnas that are very cute, kids will love them.

Just some great days ahead as evidenced from these couple of shots above and below whilst flying coastal down the Mornington peninsula.Want to play Golf or simply sit back and relax at a Winery whilst missing all the bothersome peninsula traffic over Summer, then come fly with Heli Experiences.We will look after every detail to ensure a special day!

Mt Martha never looked so good from the Air. It constantly amazes our clients how blue Port Phillip Bay is!

Many thanks to all the staff at The Dunes Golf Links on the Mornington Peninsula and in particular Tim Bateman who ensured the event was a day not to be missed and congratulations to young Croker who took our the event, certainly a name to watch out for on the tour in the years to come.

Some of the staff and course residents above get into the heli experience, first time flyers just about to lift off! below, just a sensational day with perfect weather.

Film director Matt McCaughey gives his joy flight the big thumbs up! As do the happy couple below!

One of our loaders caught this fantastic picture at the end of the day, a real cinematic moment!

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