How to Visit the Canola Fields in York (Legally!)
The canola fields near Perth usually bloom around August each year. It makes for an incredible sight to see the rolling paddocks of endless gold whilst driving along the peaceful …
25 Fun Ideas for the Best Day Trips from Perth
Perth is such an underrated gem of a city. Of course, I’m somewhat biased, having lived here for most of my life! Perth is often overlook people plan their trips …
What You Need to Know Before Visiting the Araluen Tulip Festival (2026)
Despite living in Perth my whole life, I had never visited the lush Araluen Botanic Park for their iconic tulip festival in the Perth Hills. This annual tulip extravaganza is …
15 Fun & Unique Things to Do in Mandurah
The coastal town of Mandurah, located about an hour south of Perth, is perhaps best known for its estuary twice the size of Sydney Harbour and an annual crab festival …
Perth to the Pinnacles: How to Plan the Perfect Day Trip
The Pinnacles are one of the most unique natural attractions in Western Australia, and my most recommended day trip for visitors to Perth who are looking to explore outside of …
The Ultimate Perth Itinerary By a Local: 3, 5 and 7 Day Options
The relaxed coastal city of Perth, the capital of Western Australia, often gets overlooked by its eastern Australian counterparts like Melbourne and Sydney. As a local who has lived in …
A Local’s Guide to the 8 Best Perth Jacaranda Spots (2026)
You know that summer is around the corner when the purple haze of jacaranda blooms begins to appear in suburbs across Perth. As the jacarandas in Perth come into bloom, …
25 Fun Things To Do on Rottnest Island (Ideas From a Local)
I spent most my summers as a kid exploring the craggy bays and picturesque beaches of Rottnest Island, affectionately known as ‘Rotto’ by most. This laid-back island paradise is situated …