We have spent the last couple of days relaxing and really enjoying ourselves.

Exploring the Swan Valley, Coogee Beach, Cottesloe Beach, Mosman (beautiful spot), more of Fremantle, so many places.

Today we started the day with breakfast at “The Blue Duck” at Cottesloe Beach with Chris (my ex husband) and Merilyn (his new wife). It was a delicious breakfast. With ocean views extending to Rottnest Island, and a refreshing sea breeze, The Blue Duck in Cottesloe Beach is an ideal spot for breakfast or a quick coffee. This restaurant’s unpretentious interior is simply decorated, with a wall of windows maximising views of the beach. We all enjoyed our breakfast judging by the empty plates. After finishing our breakfasts, the staff then bought some huge, just cooked, complementary muffins. We couldn’t help but try them. It would have been rude…..well that’s Merilyn and my excuse anyway !!!

Following breakfast, Mal and I headed out to the Swan Valley. We had a good day visiting places such as The Chocolate Factory and Feral Brewery. Just thirty minutes drive or a two and a half hour journey by river cruiser, the Swan Valley in the upper reaches of the Swan River is Western Australia’s oldest established wine growing region.

Famous for its orchard-lined roads, peaceful areas, international wineries, gourmet food producers, restaurants and cultural attractions, the Swan Valley makes the perfect day trip from the city of Perth.