Perth and Western Australia edge the Indian Ocean. The coastline has sandy beaches and Perth is on the lovely Swan River. The region has areas of agriculture, the Ningaloo Reef, forests, Shark Bay, and back-country wilderness, mountains, and dessert. The state also has national parks like Karijini and Kalbarri. While visitors to Australia typically head for Melbourne or Sydney, here […]
Perth is slowly becoming one of Australia’s most popular holiday destinations. With its fast-paced development due to the mining boom in nearby areas, it is slowly becoming a hub for both glamorous and laid-back lifestyles. Perth hotels range from cheap, long-term options to 5 star and luxury accommodation that sits on its outskirts by private beaches and lush forestry. It […]
Way out west is where you’ll find the Western Australian capital city of Perth. To get there from Sydney, you either have to take a nearly 5 hour flight or ride a train for 3 nights. It’s not quick trip to get to Perth, but once you arrive, you’ll be glad that you did. Before you go, you might want […]
Not everyone has buckets of money to spend on their Perth holidays. Perhaps you spent it all on gas money on the drive over, or maybe your ticket on the Indian Pacific train set you back more than you would have liked (but that sleeper cabin was well worth it, right?). Whatever the reason, you don’t have to worry! Perth […]
Freo makes for a popular stop on any trip to the Perth area of Australia because of its particular city flair and style. Visitors can immediately notice the unique vibe of this coastal port city from the ornate architecture that lines the streets. Small cafes and shops pop out of the little nooks and crannies of side streets, and good […]
When I get somewhere new, I generally like to get the feel of the place by taking a good walk around. After being on the Indian Pacific train for 3 days, my good walk around Perth was much needed, so I grabbed my camera and set off. What I quickly realized when making the rounds was how unique many of […]
When you first see the Swan Bells Tower, you will immediately know it is something unique. The building displays an interesting work of architectural design that was actually chosen from a design competition, which doesn’t sound pretty fascinating until you realize that the tower holds 18 bells, those of which weigh 9 tonnes. Therefore the unique design is made to […]
Kings Park and Botanic Gardens is an oasis in Perth set on a hillside near the Swan River over 400 hectares of land. There are monuments, walking paths, cafes and other attractions to partake in at the park, but one of the best is just the simple act of being in the outdoors with spectacular views of both Perth and […]
There’s a hotel in downtown Perth that has a bright maroon exterior with all the ornate trimmings you could imagine. The bold wooden doors and the flower buckets on the outside of the windows scream Europe to anyone that passes, and the awning will let you know that this hotel is one of Swedish elegance. It’s Miss Maud Hotel, an […]
Cottesloe is a Perth suburb that is known for having one great beach and even better sunsets. It is a picture perfect example of suburban life with clean surrounds and nice houses, all lined with the prominent Norfolk Island pine trees. In Cottesloe, just 15 minutes west of Perth, you can spend the day unwinding on the sand, splashing in […]
