Author: Denise Choong
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Top Autumn Things to Do in Perth: Our Best Picks!
Autumn is here in Perth! For those who may not know, March to May is the autumn season here in Australia, and it’s a period of cooler mornings and nights. We think the cooler temperatures invite some of the best times to do outdoorsy things (and Perth is known for them!). So, in no particular…
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Best Trips From Perth: Our Picks
Perth is an incredible destination filled with tourists all around the world – with many staying on longer trips. Although there are plenty of things to do in Perth itself, there is also much to explore in the surrounding regions in Western Australia. As homestay owners, we get asked a lot about the places to…
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Hillarys Beach Club – Amazing Views
For all our guests in Hillarys -this blog post is for you! We’ve recently had the privilege of visiting the newly opened Hillarys Beach Club, located only 5 minutes from our homestay in Hillarys. The club is home to a bar downstairs and a restaurant upstairs called The Heart. There’s ample of parking available –…
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Miki’s Open Kitchen – A Degustation Delight
If there was ever a degustation that could potentially blow your mind, it’d be the one at Miki’s Open Kitchen. We’d always wanted to try out Miki’s Japanese-inspired menu, but getting a booking spot at this local restaurant in Margaret River was almost impossible. Luckily, we managed to secure a spot in here recently. We…
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Yates Springtime Festival At Araluen Botanical Park
Spring is officially here! Can you feel the weather warming up? With the warming weather, there’s no better place to be than outdoors. We decided to pay Araluen Botanic Park to experience their tulip festival. Otherwise known as the Yates Springtime Festival, Araluen’s tulip festival is one of the most popular excursions for locals. We…
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Bailey Brewing Co. – Good Beer, Great Food, Amazing Ambiance.
It was Mother’s Day recently in Perth, so we decided to treat the special woman in our lives by taking her to the latest brewery in town – Bailey Brewing Co. Located in Swan Valley, Bailey is the newest edition to breweries in the popular Swan Valley. The space is incredibly huge, with a brew…
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Your Ultimate Guide to Halal Butchers in Perth
Perth is a melting pot of culture, and we always love having guests from different beliefs stay in our accommodation. As hosts, we’re often asked about the best places to find halal meat in Perth, especially if one is staying South of the River. So let’s look at how meat is marked as ‘Halal’ in…
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5 Things to Do in Perth During Winter
Winter is officially here in Perth, and we hope you’ve been keeping yourselves warm! Although we get more visitors during summer, we think winters in Perth are underrated. There’s something comforting about Perth’s atmosphere during the colder months, when hot chocolates, markets, and malls truly come to life. So if you’re planning a visit, don’t…
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FOMO Fremantle – A Melting Pot of Retail and Food
Recently, we had the pleasure of going to FOMO in Fremantle, and it’s definitely one to check out if you’re looking for an enjoyable time with food and retail. The centre is located next to the Fremantle Library, which is another iconic structure that’s been recently refurbished for the community. Fremantle in general is an…
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Summer at Madalena’s – A Day of Share Plates and Good Conversations
Summer is an excellent time for share plates and wine, and Madalena’s Bar in South Fremantle is right up there with the best.
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