PASSING THROUGH PERTH

So, we've been away just over a week and visited some amazing places.  Two hotel upgrades without even asking.

We arrived in Perth around midnight and Dolly (Lade's sister) and Nigel met us at the airport, which was a most welcome last minute surprise.

Our accommodation is in a new apartment block, well situated next to the Swan River, at the western edge of the city, with lovely views from the window.

Perth is an attractive city with a real mix of buildings.

We particularly liked travelling around on the free CAT buses which run around the central district passing most of the main attractions. 

We didn't mention the cricket!

We took the train to the old port city of Fremantle, a place full of well preserved 19th century buildings. 

There was time to look around the markets

and we managed to find the local brewery for a well earned drink.  Why are we the only ones sitting in the sun?

In the evening we took the ferry over to South Perth which gave us a good view of the city and our hotel.

Next day we visited Kings Park which over looks the Swan River.  Wonderful botanical gardens with treetop walk.

In the afternoon Nigel, Dolly and family took us on a sightseeing tour including a visit to see Perth Mint.  

In the evening we enjoyed pizza overlooking the Indian Ocean at Hillarys Boat Harbour.   A great time of fun and fellowship.  

Thank you Nigel, Dolly, Andrea, Amelia and Emmanuel for giving up your time to show us around Perth and for looking after us so well.