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Five fabulous reasons why Omeo is perfect for family destination for your winter holidayFive reasons why you should visit Omeo with your family. By news@gippsland - 3rd August 2022 - Back to News Omeo loves your kids. Here's why you'll love Omeo. With skiing, snowboarding, a pump track and short walks all within shouting distance of Omeo, it's a fabulous destination for your next family holiday. 
Stay at any of the family-friendly cottages in Omeo and enjoy popular attractions with amenities designed to make family adventures much more fun Snow fun at Mt Hotham"Muuuum... Daaaaaad, I don't want to go to ski school." said no kid, ever. And with good reason - it's fun to zip down a mountain. There's plenty of snow on Mt Hotham, Victoria's highest ski resort, which means now is the time to book in ski school for the little ones, then zoom zoom zoom. The resort has oodles of skiable terrain where families with more developed abilities can explore challenging runs, while learners can progress their skills on safe, beginner level trails. Big D provides a designated area for beginners to learn, while intermediate and advanced level skiers and snowboarders will enjoy exploring the whole mountain with highly qualified instructors. From Omeo, the road to Mt Hotham is a blissfully easy drive, with a gradual ascent and wide turns getting you to the resort in 40 minutes. You'll find everything you need for a day on the mountain at Hoys Omeo Ski Shop. For more information, visit Mt Hotham website. 
Mt Hotham's Snowsports School provides lessons for a range of ages and abilities Omeo pump and skills trackThis world-class asphalt pump track and gravel-lined skills course is suitable for all abilities. Join the kids as they weave their way around the purpose built rock sections, log crossings, jump ups and jump downs. The skills track will have even the most experienced riders testing their balance as they weave their way around the purpose built rock sections, log crossings, jump ups and jump downs. To know more, visit Omeo Pump and Track web page. 
The pump track is suitable for all abilities and has been designed to enhance rider satisfaction from a continual loop to jumping berms Dogsledding at Dinner PlainZip through the snow-covered trails surrounding Dinner Plain on a sled pulled by a team of huskies with Howling Huskies. You can choose from a short-and-sweet tour with lots of time for cuddles, pats and play, or take a longer snow dash around the trails weaving through archways of snow gums. Howling Huskies operate every day of the week throughout the winter season. Follow the pitter patter of paws through a winter wonderland and let the dogs wow you as you run under a garden of snow gums. Snuggle up in the sled for a seriously good time as you let your experienced musher teach you about the dogs, their jobs, the commands, and the equipment we use. Finish your tour off with lots of pats, cuddles and pictures. The team will be sure to thank you with lots of kisses! To find out more and book, visit Howling Husky website. 
Approximately 30 minutes, including 15 minutes of pat n' play, this short ride is sure to put a smile on your face! Ah Fong's loop walkDiscover the dramatic landscape of the old gold mine alongside the Livingstone River. This is an easy, 1.5km loop walk through native bushland. It also takes in the heritage-listed Oriental Claims, one of the world's largest gold-sluicing operations. History lesson tick. To learn more, visit Ah Fong's loop walk web page. 
Excellent for bird watching and encompasses the heritage-listed Oriental Claims, one of the world's largest gold-sluicing operations Family friendly accommodationsHere are few of the best accommodations in Omeo to make travelling with your family and young ones super simple and wonderful. The town is punching above its weight with affordable family options that are killing it in the rustic-alpine-vibe stakes. 
Golden Age Hotel, Omeo Motel, and Colonial Motel all received great reviews from families travelling in Omeo that have stayed and relaxed at Omeo accommodations Pictures from Visit Gippsland website.
Source: http://gippsland.com/ Published by: news@gippsland.com

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