THE GREAT WESTERN AUSTRALIAN ODYSSEY
WESTERN AUSTRALIA is a treasure trove for travellers. Split into five regions-Perth, South West, North West, Coral Coast, and Golden Outback-it is the largest state in Australia and promises unlimited exhilarating adventures for all age groups. Moreover, the capital city of Perth is a comfortable hop away from India. So, start planning your trip down under, now.
EAT & DRINK
Follow Wine, Food, and Art Trails in Swan Valley
Just 25 minutes northeast of Perth, Swan Valley is a haven for wine and food. Home to some of the oldest wineries in Western Australia, the region offers a variety of experiences such as wine and art trail, cider and ale trail, fine wine trail, and a fortified wine trail. While here, artisanal stores such as House of Honey, Morish Nuts, and Whistlers Chocolates are a must-visit. Pro tip: stock up on chocolate-coated mini pretzels at Whistlers Chocolates, they're delicious!
Find Hidden Bars in Perth
Perth is known for its buzzing underground bar scene; all you need to know is the right password to enter. Hidden under an old bank vault or camouflaged inside a convenience store, there are secret bars inside bars as well. You will need to a do a little research to discover them, but we can give you a little hint by naming a few: Sneaky Tony's, Joe's Juice Joint, Toots, and Foxtrot Unicorn.
Soak in the Kitschy Vibe of Fremantle
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