Relaxing spot at Perth's Government House

Advantages: Beautifully set out, lavish garden displays and an elegant old building
Disadvantages: A pity Government House itself is not open more often for tours.

...I recently had a few days in Perth (September 2008) and had the opportunity to look at Government House, located in the city centre. My first view of this stately building (built 1863) was from behind the tall railings that surround the elegant structure, set in lavish gardens. . Through the fence, I could see mysterious Gothic archways, imposing towers, official flags and I must admit, it inspired a closer look. But when I started making inquiries, it appeared that the building itself was only open for guided tours about three or four times a year. So if you are visiting Perth, you would indeed be lucky to coincide with one of these dates, which are advertised in the press. Nevertheless, I began walking around the fenced perimeter of the house and gardens, wondering if it was possible to at least get into to see...

Jim2003 24.09.2008 · Read review
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Review of Government House, Perth

A city in the sunshine, remote and empty, Perth, W.A.

Advantages: Wonderful climate, no crowds, clean, very pretty
Disadvantages: Not very historically interesting

...seemed to be very few people around either. It was a bit like a town at 7am on a sleepy Sunday but it was always like that on the few days we were there. It must be very strange and unnerving for a person from Perth coming to somewhere like London or Hong Kong and experiencing the crowds and noise in a big city. =Trip to Freemantle = We got up in time to get the ""Captain Cook Swan River Cruise"" to ""Freemantle"". The boat left at 9.45 from Barrack Street Jetty and proceeded at a sedate pace along the river towards Freemantle. There was complimentary tea and coffee and other snacks and drinks for sale. The commentary was quite interesting but there was nothing particularly remarkable along the journey. It was very pleasant seeing all the yacht clubs, scenery and wealthy people?s house but there was no one thing that stood out. We arrived...

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Review of Perth (Australia)

A short stay at the Perth Ambassador

Advantages: Great Value, close to the CBD
Disadvantages: Lacking in va va voom

...As regular readers will know I'm lucky enough to live in the beautiful city of Sydney on Australia's Pacific east coast. I settled on Sydney for no other reason that it's a beach city with a fantastic climate and is vibrant and busy. If I'd have wanted a slightly more relaced pace of life then without question I would have plumped for Perth in Western Australia. Like Sydney it has a temperate climate, beautiful beaches on the Indian Ocean and a thriving economy. I'm currently on my third visit to Perth and I'm fortunate in that I'm here on business and the company are picking up the hotel tab (not to mention the bar tab!). I picked my own hotel and the criteria was that it should not be to far from the office and not to far from downtown area or the CBD (central business district). I'd also stayed in a backpackers hostel in East Perth...

Looby5 08.02.2007 · Read review
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Review of Perth Ambassador Hotel, Perth

Perth has history

Advantages: Nice views
Disadvantages: See op

...I just wanted to write something about Perth as there are only 2 other op's on Perth and they were from visitors so I thought that it would be nice for me to do an op since I live here. I will get the most obvious thing out of the way first The home of the Black Watch is in Perth, which I am sure most of you will have heard about in the news recently. The Black Watch is the oldest highland regiment, begin in existence since around 1725. The Black Watch museum is housed in Balhousie castle, Hay street, Perth. In the museum there are five rooms with Black Watch memorabilia. Now some other information about facilitieS. Admission charges - Free to all (but you can make a donation if you wish). Any large group such as school's should phone to make an appointment this can also include a guided tour. There is a small car park but it...

hazle 10.11.2004 · Read review
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Review of Perth (Scotland)

Good value at the Goodearth hotel, Perth

Advantages: Central location, good area, value for money, clean and comfy.
Disadvantages: Occasional sagging mattresses, plus check your account carefully.

...Recently I spent four nights at the Goodearth hotel Perth Western Australia. Here's how I got on. I booked my accommodation through hotelclub.com and can report that the website was safe and secure when processing my payment of $A428 for the four nights. At $107 per night (approx 45 pounds) it seemed good value to me. Initially, I tried to book this hotel through a Queensland travel agent. They told me there were no rooms available for the period I wanted, and tried to cajole me into going to another inner city Perth hotel. That was when I tried doing the booking myself on the internet, and fortunately, found accommodation at the Goodearth on the nights I wanted. So Ciao readers should be aware that just because a travel agent states there are no rooms, it is worthwhile trying the internet instead ! On arrival at the hotel...

Jim2003 23.09.2008 · Read review
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Review of Goodearth Hotel, East Perth

Dinosaurs and diamonds at Perth's museum

Advantages: Modern and spacious, good on history and fauna
Disadvantages: Some dioramas need a makeover

...If you are at a loose end in Perth Western Australia, then I recommend you take a look at the WA Museum. This is located at the Perth Cultural Centre, in James Street. It is easy to get to, being near the railway station and Northbridge area in the CBD. FREE BUSES It's worth noting that there are free buses that run within the city area in Perth, and they cover a loop which will drop you off at attractions like this. This review covers my impressions of the museum when I visited it in September 2008. It isn't a big museum but that isn't necessarily a shortcoming because some of the displays were rather good in my opinion. WHY GO ? I realise that museums aren't really the first thing you'd think of if you were visiting Perth. Possibly you might be more inclined to hit the magnificent beaches, or bike along the miles...

Jim2003 06.10.2008 (18.10.2008) · Read review
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Review of Western Australian Museum, Perth

Great location - Travelodge Hotel Perth, W.A.

Advantages: Great location, clean and comfortable
Disadvantages: some dangerous corners in the room and no bedside table or light on my side

...Perth Travelodge, Hay Street LOCATION: This is a 3 star hotel in the centre of Perth with 123 rooms (some of these are inter connecting for families) within walking distance of the Swan River or the Northridge shopping area with loads of restaurants and clubs. It is on Hay Street .The reception area is small with a couple of tables and some comfortable chairs, it certainly was not luxurious but served the purpose, The staff at the desk were extremely friendly and helpful whenever we asked for advise re transport or things to do etc. The restaurant opened out from this area. RESTAURANT: The hotel itself has its own restaurant called ?Armada? with a bar which was partly inside and partly outside with umbrellas. It looked quite nice. Food was on a par with European prices; fish and chips (red snapper) with fresh salad was $19 Aus...

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Perth Mint: The Big Gold Nugget of Australia

Advantages: See the Biggest Gold Bars and Coins in the Southern Hemisphere!
Disadvantages: None. Unless You Dont Like Gold.

...On our big trip around Oz my partner and I visited Perth first (mainly because his family live here) and I begged him to take me to see the Perth Mint. After six weeks of seeing everything else, I managed to get him to take me. I was so excited being a girl that adores gold, old and historical things and read up on the whole experience in my lonely guide planet book (please see my other review on this item). Perth Mint is one of the biggest and oldest attractions that the small city of Perth Australia has to offer. It originally dispersed the Aussie Dollar currency for the whole of Australia when it was originally founded back in the 1800s by the English Government. Today the building is used as a tourist attraction and creates "novelty" coins (i.e. historical anniversaries and Olympics). On entering the grounds of the Mint you can...

becky_tredget 03.04.2007 · Read review
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Review of Perth Mint, Perth

* The Bunny House *

Advantages: Funny , Plot
Disadvantages: May Send Out Wrong Message To Young Girls!

...Recently I have been swapping DVDs with my friend ; I've been borrowing her 'up-to-date' movies and she's been watching my 'rom-coms'. One of the DVDs which I borrowed from my friend was a film called ' The House Bunny'. The House Bunny is an American romantic comedy film released in the United Kingdom on 10th October 2008. This film stars Anna Faris , (who's previous films include , Just Friends and My Super Ex Girlfriend). Running time of the movie is ninety seven minutes (seven minutes over one hour and a half). Shelley (Faris) is a playboy playmate living a luxury life in the playboy mansion. Soon after her twenty seventh birthday , she is told that she is now too old to be a playboy bunny and so it 'thrown out' of the playboy house. Feeling upset and lonely , she tries hard to fit in with other girl groups , although soon...

xdonzx 21.08.2009 · Read review
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Imagine your dream holiday or dream life..it's here in Perth

Advantages: Friendly city with great transport and something for everyone from wildlife to clubbing
Disadvantages: Its so far away..I want to go every weekend.

...Perth City, Australia. I kind of wished I was a member on here 5 years ago when I decided to travel to Aus for a year but its still all in my memory and Perth stands way way out, it is easily the best place I have ever visited in my life. I travelled out August 2004 and my flight was from Dublin to Perth via Kuala Lumpur. When I arrived I first stayed at the YHA backpacker's hostel based in Wellington Street, Perth. This was a great base for me to start my trip, I was in the centre of Northbridge and close to all the bars and restaurants an there was also a fine selection of things to do in my immediate location. I was also only 5 minutes walk from the "City" area of Perth City which contained the main shops, malls and also the business centre and the buildings that you see in the picture of the fantastic skyline. I would...

newrycity 18.05.2009 · Read review
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Review of Perth (Australia)