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    Great Ocean Road

    This 250km stretch of road, southwest of Melbourne, is one of the world's most scenic coastal drives. Along with the fabulous views, it is the gateway to pristine hinterland and dotted with laid-back towns. Stop at Bells Beach, host of the annual Rip Curl Pro surfing competition, or keep driving to the Shipwreck Coast, set against often stormy skies and the thundering beauty of the Southern Ocean. (Mark Parkes/LPI)

Great Ocean Road

This 250km stretch of road, southwest of Melbourne, is one of the world's most scenic coastal drives. Along with the fabulous views, it is the gateway to pristine hinterland and dotted with laid-back towns. Stop at Bells Beach, host of the annual Rip Curl Pro surfing competition, or keep driving to the Shipwreck Coast, set against often stormy skies and the thundering beauty of the Southern Ocean. (Mark Parkes/LPI)

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