Loving the Wild Wild Perth

I’ve always been an animal lover. Just to share with everyone, my favourite animals are the sea turtles. There are quite a number of turtle species like the green turtle, leatherback, Hawkbill’s turtle and many more. I adore all of them. I think they are such a graceful creature, swimming across the deep blue sea, passing through immeasurable waves with one thing in mind; to reach its destination safely. However, sea turtles are facing the most dangerous threat of all animals – EXTINCTION! Not only we (and our children) would not be able to see a real sea turtle in the future, it would also affect the whole life chain of the environment if its extinction happened. We must curb animal extinction fast!

One way is to be alert in all our doings and habits. Simple steps like keeping our environment clean, avoid using plastic bags and throwing them into the river or sea, stop using polystyrene containers and many more. Another thing that you can do is to instill your love to Mother Nature and she will love you back. Let me share with you some animals in Perth which equally deserve our generous love and care.

Koala is one of the national ‘emblem’ of Australia. They live on trees and feed on eucalypt leaves. The hairy creatures are so adorable that children and adults love them so much.

Koala playing Peekaboo... (Photo credit : jenontheedge)

Emu, the second ‘emblem’ of Australia, is a non-flying bird which can run fast! To me, it looks similar to an ostrich but smaller, hairier and has 3 toes (while ostrich has only two)!

Hairy Emu... (Photo credit : Ray Drew)

Another ‘emblem’ of Australia would be the kangaroo. This cute creature has a strong tail which help them to jump further and faster. A female kangaroo has a pouch on its body where baby joey sits.

"Mama, let me go in!" (Photo credit : Ray Drew)

A cute little creature like wombat is not to be missed when you are in Perth. It looks similar to a hamster but is much bigger in size. Wombats also carry their babies in a pouch on its body except that the pocket is facing backward. This is to avoid sands and dirt from getting into the pocket, making their babies dirty when they are digging the soil. Smart isn’t it?

"I am big hamster wombat" (Photo credit : Ray Drew)

"Kookaburra sits on the old gum tree,
Merry merry king of the bush is he…"

To some (especially scouts of older generation), you might be familiar with this song. I remember my father singing this song to my sisters and I when we were little kids. He used to sing this song during his scouting era too. Kookaburra is a relatively big bird which can be found in Australia. They are carnivorous and I heard they sing well too!

King of the bush! (Photo credit : George Aitken)

All these lovely animals can be found in the Perth Zoo, a great place for nature enthusiasts and animal lovers, like me, to get closer to such animals under proper supervision and protection. I believe we all have our own part and responsibility in protecting the nature and environment for a better tomorrow.

Let’s fly together to wild wild Perth with PYO Travel! Book your tickets online and start playing your part in greening the world.

What About Melbourne?

Personally, Australia has always been one of my targeted destinations for travel. I am actually planning for a surprise trip for our next honeymoon there. I am undecided on which part of Australia to go to. Hmmm… could it be Gold Coast? Perth? Melbourne? I couldn't make up my mind 'coz every part has its own attractions and seems pretty tempting to me! I really hope you guys can help me. Anyone been to Australia, I need your advice. I've surfed the Net and found some interesting spots in Melbourne which are really interesting.

Did you know that there are actually penguins in Melbourne? I only got to know this lately. Gosh, what a shame?! (But hey, better late than never) There's this place called Phillip Island a.k.a. Penguin Island, where we can see the little birds at a close distance. I am really attracted to this and I’m sure my wife should be too! We both love cute little animals. So, I guess, the penguins might do the trick. Hehe…

(Original Photos by stowaway)

Another place which tempted me is the Great Ocean Road. I’m sure everyone would be wowed by the beautiful scenery of this place where we can witness the real art of nature. Huge lime stones erecting across the ocean bay, creates a magnificent spot for photography. Another interesting lime stone sculpture is the "London Bridge" of Port Campbell National Park. It is called "London Bridge" because of its shape. According to a website, at first, the "London Bridge" was connected creating two arches but in early 1990, one of the arches collapsed due to long-term erosions and leaving only one arch left now.

(Original Photos by atiiota & Joe Gattuso)

I also heard that the Queen Victoria Market is a place where you can get generally everything you want! That's great news for visitors like me 'coz I'm sure I would want to try out some local delicacies and get a bundle of souvenirs back for my friends. Fresh seafood, shellfish, vegetables, fruits, meat and other groceries are found there. If I were there, I think I would 'help' to boost up the economy of Melbourne by becoming a 'shopaholic' there! Hahaha… Gosh, what a sinful thought?!

(Original Photos by adambalic)

I am seriously considering Melbourne as my surprise honeymoon destination now. What do you think? Any takers? Furthermore, PYO Travel.com is offering some alluring packages which I can't say 'NO' to. Check them out!

Let’s Talk About PERTH

A lot of my friends are in Australia either to further their studies, to work or for leisure. For me, I wouldn’t have the opportunity to study there nor to work in a foreign country like Australia. But however, I know that Australia will always be there for me to explore and venture about. There are a few destinations so attractive that have made it into my “must visit” list. One of the destinations I meant is Perth, the capital of Australia.

Kings Park is one of the famous attraction places in Perth. Being near to Mother Nature, you are always hugged by big trees, bushlands, plants and various types of faunas all around this park, giving you a warm welcome. The guided walkway in Kings Park will lead the path while you explore the natural surroundings of bushland paths and the Botanic Garden as well as visiting some memorials & monuments like the Kings Park War Memorial and Edith Cowan Memorial Clock.

For those who love seas and beaches, Cottesloe Beach would be a great choice for you. Smooth fine sands welcoming everyone as the bright sun says ‘hello’! Sun bathing and swimming; Oh, my favourite pastime… and building sand castles with the kids…! I bet it would be one the best family outing ever!

Whenever I travel, I always look for a place for shopping and good food! I guess Fremantle would be a wise choice. There is this market place where different kinds of handicrafts, fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood and other products are available. I think I should be able to find some souvenirs here.

Talking about seafood, this is also the best place for fresh seafood! And the price is exceptionally reasonable. Why?! Well, there is an operational fishing boat harbour here. That’s why you can easily find extra fresh seafood at reasonable prices here. And by night, the place would be full of bars and pubs for us to hang out.

If time allows, do drop by the Fremantle Prison. It used to be a prison during the British Colonial but now, it is now turned into a museum and fast becoming one of the most famous tourist spots in Perth.

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Going Down Under! - Travel Dream Come True

I always wanted to go to Australia, specially Sydney. I have been longing to visit this beautiful city for many many years. Even I have not been there before, everytime I closed my eyes, I could illustrate the city in my mind. Starting from the LRT station nearby Chinatown, and a few steps away, there is Paddy Market, and Martin Place is always within walking distance, the Harbour Bridge will be not far away, there I could see the famous landmark of Sydney, that is Sydney Opera House. And nearby are Circular Quay, The Rock... ..... These are all in my mind, in my dream.


Sometimes it is funny, I dream of Sydney, and I admit that I dream of Sydney, I want to go to Sydney. But people always think I should go to China. I want to see the Sydney Opera House very much, but people think I prefer to climb the Great Wall at Beijing. Who cares? I am the one to plan for my own holiday, not others.


And yes, I always wanted to go to Australia, but the time was always not right. Maybe when the time is right, other things else will be wrong. I could not think too much but bought a ticket (I have no gut to buy only one-way ticket) and flied to Sydney.

Sydney, here I am coming! No words can describe when I saw the Opera House and Harbour Bridge with my own eyes. It was like kind of dream comes true. (No words can describe…because I don’t write good English :-p).


I was there for 3 weeks, and continued to Melbourne for another one week. I did not manage to go to Gold Coast, neither do I go to Ayer Rock. I was in Sydney, doing nothing, everyday took a MRT train to city center, sitting at Circular Quay, staring at the Opera House with blank mind. Relax…. no stress….no work hassle…. How I wish I could live this kind of life forever!

(Manly Scenic Walkway... guess if I finished the 10km journey?)

(Great Ocean Road - the 12 apsotles collapse one after one, remain only 9 at the moment. Make sure you visit them early before all dissapear from the sea.)

What kind of tour itinerary that I have planned for myself, spent a whole month in Australia, and only managed to visit Sydney and Melbourne. Maybe it is good for me to have an excuse to go down under again to visit Perth, Gold Coast, Adelaide, even Ayer Rock....! And maybe one day I feel bored again, I will do the same, doesn't matter one-way ticket, or returns ticket......

(I'll meet you under the clock)

(Queen Victoria Market)

(Sovereign Hill)