Author: Holly Younge

What better way to enjoy warm Perth summer afternoons than with a drink in hand and a view of the ocean. Perth is home to a number of coastal bars offering everything from award-winning tequila to summer sunset sessions and Pinot coupled with fresh oysters. See our definitive guide to Perth’s coastal bars below. Bathers…

Perth’s small bar scene is flourishing, and features everything from dimly-lit, carnival-themed basement bars to friendly neighborhood spaces with plenty of comfy couches. We’ve rounded up 7 small cosy bars you must visit. Bark A local neighborhood bar and café in Subiaco, Bark is in fact the smallest bar in town. Don’t be deterred by…

Whether you’re a lover of literary fiction or fan of autobiographies, nothing beats finding a nice quiet spot to settle down with your book. Add to that a really good cup of earthy coffee and you’ll never want to move! Scoop has surveyed all the essentials for the perfect reading spot – relaxing, bookish and…

Sitting beside our incredibly pristine beaches, Perth’s coastal restaurants have some of the best views in the city. Often serving locally-sourced seafood and modern Australian classics, these beachside restaurants in Perth provide the perfect backdrop for your next family gathering, romantic date night or catchup with the gang. Here are some of our favourites! Odyssea,…

Only half an hour east of the city, the Perth Hills are lush with fruit trees and produce plantations. Depending on the season, apples, avocados, nectarines, strawberries and a variety of citrus fruits are all ripe for the picking. Prefer to buy fresh and support local? Head over to these picturesque family-friendly orchards and growers to…

WA has an extraordinary maritime history and there are plenty of shipwrecks shallow enough to be enjoyed with nothing more than a mask and snorkel. Read on to dive into their unique stories and where to find them. Omeo Wreck in Coogee Just 25 metres from the shore of Coogee Beach rests the remains of…

With wildflowers blooming, waterways flowing and mostly cool and sunny weather, spring is the best time of the year for a day trip from Perth. There are plenty of historic town and fields of flowers to enjoy from the car, or mix it up with some of the many walking trails where you enjoy an…

From Pemberton to Margaret River, there are numerous glamping sites to enjoy in the southwest of WA. Here’s a list of four to whet your appetite and our guide map to the 11 best glamping sites of the southwest. Bath House Glamping, Yallingup Yallingup Bath House takes glamping to the next level, with access to…

Having reached the halfway point of the year, it is time for some much-needed rest and relaxation. The winter months also present the perfect opportunity to plan a romantic getaway and cosy up with someone special. There are a number of romantic destinations within an hour of the Perth metro region which will make you…

Whether you are looking for a place to spend date night or somewhere to grab a drink and escape the colder weather, there are many clubs and bars across Perth where you can experience quality jazz music. Grab yourself a cocktail and immerse yourself in a night of jazz with some of the cosiest jazz…