escape to luxury

I often get asked what my top recommendations are for breakfast in Perth and I find it really hard to answer! There are so many great places all over our city and it all depends on whether you want somewhere with a view of the sparkling Indian ocean or somewhere that serves dishes that are a little different to the usual bacon and eggs... or maybe you just want somewhere that serves a mean bloody mary? No matter what you want for breakfast, there will be a place in Perth that you’ll love. Here are the five places that I am always telling people to go to.

Perth has been boom town for a while, with an explosion of small bars, restaurants and galleries bursting onto the scene. A downturn in the mining industry recently has meant high prices for accommodation have lowered, making it more accessible for holidaymakers. This new Perth knows how to mix business with pleasure.  Here’s how to make the most of 24 hours in Perth:

With school holidays upon us, we’re turning the spotlight on some of our favourite family holiday houses.

Labour Day is an annual public holiday that celebrates the eight-hour working day. So how should we celebrate this victory for workers…by not working, Hoorah!!  Labour Day Long Weekend is just around the corner from 5-7 October for most states and here’s our picks for the best way to reward your hard work with a long weekend in paradise:

City Breaks

If you’re a regular traveller or simply like food & wine adventures, you perhaps already have the Gourmet Travellers pocket sized bible of Australia’s best restaurants tucked into your carry-on. This week, Gourmet Traveller announced their Top 100 Restaurants and awarded stars and The Weekend Australian released its Hot 50 Restaurant Awards.

The family holiday use to be pretty simple, pack the station wagon and head up or down the coast for the annual trip. It all seemed a lot less complicated.  While the traditional holiday on the coast remains popular, time is now the new luxury and the choice has never been greater.