But, lemme give you one thing to ponder about. Currently, you're paying RM 3790 for a 5 day homestay trip to Perth, airfare, transport and a few meals included. Ohh, and you're flying Malaysia Airlines.
I on the other hand payed RM 375o for 14 days, stayed in an apartment, rented a car, went all around the coastal areas and had a blast for RM 40 cheaper XD But, I had to fly Air Asia :(
So, to make up for your loss, I've decided to come up with a list of things you guys MUST do when you have any free time.
1. Aquarium of Western Australia (AQWA)
This aquarium is actually right opposite the Sacred Heart College, in a place known as Hillary's Boat Harbour. Yeah, on your itenary, they printed it as Hillary's Marina. To be honest, they're both right XD
For an aquarium, its actually quite...BORING.
Okay, I have to admit anything is better than Aquaria KLCC, but unless you get a tour guide, you're losing out on a lot. Damn, those tour guides can give you a whole Biology lesson faster than Ms. Teng!
2. The Perth Mint
The Perth Mint is one of the first few places in the Australian territories where money, or gold, was produced.
This surfer looking dude will give you the lowdown in a slick Aussie accent, and when he asks what country you're from, listen carefully to how he says "Malaysia". You will die of laughter :)
Then they'll show you the entire process of gold pouring which is quite interesting and HOT.
You can literally feel the fire coming out of the furnace. Make sure you get a front row seat when you watch the gold pour!
3. The Eye on Perth
Similar to what we have back home, except this one's bigger and more expensive. If you're lucky enough, the school will take you here after your trip to King's Park.
4. King's Park
King's Park is well, a park. It's really big and green with loads of trees, and you can always see a few Aussie's lying down on the grass with their bikinis. The best time to go there is at night, because then you can take some really awesome sceneries like these. *Hint Hint Naveena and Chen Yang*
5. Busselton Jetty
Busselton Jetty is a really historical place, I don't know why. Its kinda far out from the city, I only managed to go there because my family rented a car and we drove around the entire southern region of Perth for 3 days. You probably won't have time to even go halfway there, but ask your host if there are any interesting places in the outskirts of the city.
6. Climb a Cliff Edge
Yes, I'm shit serious about this. You have about a day, utilise it to the maximum!! Go to any beach or cliff anywhere in the vicinity of your host's home, and don't be afraid to explore. My dad and I had to do a short 15 minute hitchhike to get to this place.
7. Visit a Zoo
If the school's not already taking you, go to the zoo. Or even a pet farm will do. The one thing you have to see there is the sheep shearing. Some places even allow you to shear the sheep and take the wool back with you!
Remider: You are not allowed to bring things into Australia without declaring it to customs, but you can bring anything OUT of Australia.
And make sure you take loads of pictures with the kangaroo's and koala's.
But be careful though, the kangaroo's like to bite.
No joke yo.
8. Milk a Cow
Well, while you're at the farm, you NEED to milk a cow.
9. Explore
Always keep in mind, no matter where you are in Perth, you're always safe. It's not like Malaysia where any second you could be robbed by some Indonesian dude. I can assure you that your trip will be a million times more enjoyable when you discover new things.
10. Visit Fremantle
Fremantle, or Freo, as it's known by the locals is kinda like the Bangsar of Perth. You can find almost everything in Fremantle from chinese supermarkets to buskers on the streets to chili festivals and even prisons.
Word of advice. Fremantle is a must, the beach especially.
Ohh, I forgot to mention, there's absolutely no free Wi-Fi in Perth, so no Facebook :P
But if you have the cash, get a prepaid card, because you will undoubtedly get lost.
The best piece of advice? Just have fun :D
