5 Reasons Why Everyone's Going On Holiday To Perth Now - And Why You Should Too

Perth, the coastal capital of Australia, is just five hours from Singapore. You’d never guess this bustling city once used to be a mining state.

Whether you’re a foodie, a nature buff, or a city cat, here’s why this city is for you.

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1. Why now?

Western Australia is experiencing a new boom in tourism. Filled with cool cafes and boutiques, it’s slated to open more than 2,000 new hotel rooms by 2018.

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2. What to do

Hang out at some of Australia’s best beaches: Around Perth, choose from white-sand City Beach, Cottesloe or Scarborough.

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Taking a stroll down Matilda Bay, you can’t not take a picture at this iconic blue boathouse. It’s especially beautiful with the sunset hues in the background at dusk!

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3. Where to eat

Margaret River is Western Australia’s foodie capital.

Try the restaurants at famous wineries like Leeuwin Estate. In Perth, indulge in modern Australian cuisine at Balthazar.

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4. Where to shop

Along George Street in East Fremantle and Wray Street in South Fremantle (Perth suburbs), you’ll find hipster homeware and clothing stores.

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4. Where to shop

Americans, rejoice! Perth is probably the closest country to Singapore where you can get a dose of Target. Go bananas!

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5. Where to stay