Return To Perth: The Sunset Coast to Fremantle

So, high on our priority list was of course to drive down to Fremantle (Freo) and, you know, binge on some great seafood. Hehe. Plus, it's such a lovely port city that we instantly fell in love with the last time around (we even went INSIDE a submarine!).

But instead of taking the train or ferry, we decided to make it an enjoyable drive. And so, we whipped out the map and took the route up to Scarborough where we heard a gorgeous beach awaited. Have a look...

We then drove down looking for Cottesloe.


We found the town, but somehow I missed the turn to the famous beach. Which meant in no time at all, we were already in Fremantle.

After a short walk, it was time for some makan-makan. Even if it was just around 11am at that time! Again, we picked this restaurant on the boardwalk that didn't disappoint us the last time around...

Here's the feast that we had :)


Then it was time to soak in the sun and the feel good feeling the town exuded.






A couple of must-dos include checking out the market (that opens on certain days only) to pick-up some trinkets and fudge (yay!), as well as having a cuppa along the world famous Capuccino Strip.

We left rather early in the evening, but it was an excellent day out no doubt. Only wished the drive there was longer tho. Seriously, it's such a refreshing experience to drive without morons hogging the right lane or those looking for a fight at the smallest of opportunities. Next time then!

Return To Perth: Running In The City

When I tweeted about it, many responded with the same: "holiday pun pergi jogging ker?". But that's exactly what I did. A couple of times, actually.

I mean, rugi OK if I didn't run in the cool weather and around such lovely surroundings. And yes, the training has to go on no matter where I am. Chewah.

Anyway, enjoy the pics! : )

Return To Perth

So, the school holidays saw us going back to one of our favourite cities in the world: Perth, Australia. Really, Perth is like the dream city for me; modern yet not too busy, peaceful with beautiful surroundings and very family-oriented. And no, I don't care if there aren't too many places to party here; gimme parks and good food any day!

Another reason that got us looking forward to returning there: the winter season! Yup, you know damn well how hot it's been here, so to go to a beautiful place with gorgeous weather (temp was between 5-15c) was simply awesome.

We landed in Perth in the wee hours of the morning, and after a short wait, we rented a car and drove straight into the city.


Of course we were told it was too early to check-in, so we went around the city looking for breakfast and just taking in the cool winter morning air.




But back to the hotel, I would recommend the Barrack Medina Executive Suites to anyone going there. Top marks for location, service and the facilities. Felt right at home from the start, and everything's just around the corner; including the shopping districts and loads of halal eateries (that include Japanese, Indonesian, Turkish and Lebanese).



OK, there will be several entries on Perth, so this one will purely focus on our city jaunts. Which included shopping at the famous Hay and Murray streets.



I wouldn't say Perth's a shopping haven, but they do have enough interesting shops and malls to keep you occupied for a couple of days lah.

Subiaco

Harbour Town

Harbour Town

We also spent half a day just lepak-ing at the awesome Kings Park. It's amazing how you can just have a good picnic day out doing nothing much save for looking at the skies and goofing around. Quality time definitely!

We also went to the Perth Zoo for the very first time. Another relaxing way to kill time while learning a thing or two. And again, with the cool winter breeze, conditions were absolutely perfect.

Must also say that everything shuts down early in this city, just like most other places in Australia. So there's no nighttime shopping (save for every Friday) or that many cafes to lepak. But we did check out the Burswood Entertainment Complex where LOADS of things DO happen. Hehe.

And on another night, we basically drove around and just snapped pics with the gorgeous city in the background.

* Up next: Running in the City

Return To Perth

Just came back from a holiday in good 'ol Perth. Do wait for the full report : )
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