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West Australia - Perth*updated 22Feb2013
Perth - To Eat
Where crew stay:
Parmelia Hilton (Tech Crew Only)

*Updated 22Feb2013: Free Wifi! Each login last for 8hrs.
Located at the edge of the CBD, there not much in terms of cheap good food around the area, but a short 15min-20min walk in any direction would pretty much bring you to town or to the river side for fantastic dines. Perth Exhibition Center is beside the hotel and may have special events on during your visit.

There are Bus(Free cat runner services) which bring you to "North Bridge" for your oriental meals, art and historical museums and night life, as well as to "Harbor Town", another shopping enclave for big discounted brands. Walking to these places are totally viable as well.

Train station is just located around the corner, for the more adventurous willing to travel out of the city.
ABBATips
- Room has NO internet connection! (only option is to purchase for its use). *It was reported, individual logged in and willing to pay for usage, but no charge on checkout. Try at your own discretion.*
- Only Internet available is in the business center located at lobby level from a single computer terminal. Open 24hrs. Obtain password from concierge.
*If u wish to Skype home, bring along headphones and mic (single connection is for 24hrs use)
- NO free meals. 25% discount on room service and meals.
Must Do
YPJT-JDK-Jandakot(General Aviation Airport)
To get to JDK is pretty straight forward. 
1 - Purchase a 2zone ticket. It covers the MRT and Buses
2 - From "Espanade Station" located behind the hotel
3 - Take 3 stops down to "Murdoch Station"
4 - Take either Bus 515(walk from Turnbury Park Dr)/516(walk from Farringotn Rd) to JDK.
Time taken (MRT15min+BUS+WALK= 1hr45min -_-;)
ABBATip
- Call College Ops 0894174188 and request pick-up from________ at your discretion.
- Buy a single ticket, AUD3.50, valid for 2hrs from time of purchase if your visit is short. A day pass unlimited rides, AUD10+. A trip up and down would be cheaper @ AUD7.50
*"China Southern Cadets" have always walked from main road bacck to JDK airport, but its a lonnnnngg 45Min walk in!*

Shopping @ "Murray & Hay St Mall"
Main Shopping Streets, "Murray & Hay St Mall" offer all the major shopping brands. Two new notable shops have open up that require special mention; Magarat River Chocolate Factory and Nespresso Shop.
Magarat River Chocolate factory opened March 2012
This third outlet located in the heart of town brings all the great products which the first two flagship shops in "Margret River" and "Swan Valley" offer.
Fantastically arranged and a wide range of, not limiting to, Chocolate products. They also carry olives and various condiments. Enjoy the free sampling of coco butter, dark and milk chocolate, as well as flavor concoctions. 


Nespresso Shop opened December 2011
Get your java shots with this dedicated Nespresso shop. The shop sleekly displays its range of products, carrying season special blends and who knew, even artfully displaying its capsules. 

Shop is located along Murray Street, in front of Perth Train Interchange Station.
Click here for ABBAlocation of Nespresso Shop

Also a known shopping district is at Harbor Town
Whole sale shopping with an array of products to meet shopper's needs. You can walk from the hotel or via the free running Bus Service.
Click here for ABBAdetails on Harbor Town Shopping

North Bridge
Your oriental food fare as well as clubbing district.
ABBAtip:Do take care during late nights as drunken brawls are quite common. 
Located in the area as well are the Perth Art and Natural History Museum which both charge a donation token fee for entry. There are weekend fares and the museum locations as well, so look out for them.
Click here for ABBAlocation of North Bridge
 The Perth Mint
Know your weight in gold and see how gold is forged into those gold bars as you know it. Have a carry of real gold and be surprised at how much heavier it is than it looks. Defiantly worth a visit when in Perth, and try to go for the . Unfortunately only pictures can be taken home, and not the gold. Its located just across form Cabin Crew Hotel.
Click here for ABBAdetails on visiting Perth Mint

Events in Perth City
"Australia Day"

"Red Bull Air Race"


"Perth Royal Show"
"Ascot Racecourse"
"Subiaco Street Fair"
 "Catch a footie game"


Can Do
Perth Exhibition Center 
Perth Exhibition Center located just beside the hotel. Look out for programs and exhibitions and you never know whats coming up next.
Some of the past events "Motor-cross" exhibition with free riding demonstration.
"Video gamers cos-play" where the then not-so well-known wolf boy and vampire from the twilight saga made a guest appearance.Also there were show casing Anime, and various advancements in Gaming Technology.
To Eat

"Annalakshi@Perth City"
Authentic Indian Vegetarian Buffet. Pay what you feel, but please don't waste food.

What was served that night*I appologize for the lack of correct names of the dishes*
Clockwise from top
- Cucumber Zucchini curry
- Turnip tomato curry
- Savory Pancakes
- Refreshing Cabbage salad
- Flavored Rice
- Spiced Potato Dahl
- Refreshing Spiced Soup (center)
- Rice Pudding dessert not pictured
Cost: Pay what you feel
Great ambiance located by the bay and a stone's throw from the Hilton Hotel. Refreshing flavors, and popular amongst the Indian community (a stamp of approval for authentic flavors) and back packers.
Closed on Monday
Lunch 1230pm-2pm
Dinner 630pm-930pm
Cost: Pay what you feel Vegetarian Indian Buffet
"Ciao Italia@South Perth"
This place gets incredibly packed, really early, really fast. Excellent classic Italian dishes, served to perfection. , just to the south of Perth. Each serving is more than enough to feed tow parties. Reach creamy sauces, sweet decadent desserts are definite wins! Remember to go early, cause a long queue will form very quick. 

The place itself is small and quaint, very packed, with 3 to 4 sharing a mini table, with barely enough elbow space. Their turn over rate are high, and food well worth the wait.
ABBATip:
Check for the latest operating days and hours.
Sunday and Monday are CLOSED.
Tuesday - Saturday operates from 1700hrs-2200hrs.
Click below for the latest operating times of Ciao Italia.
Click here for ABBA details for Ciao Italia
"The Imp Cafe & V Burger @ Victoria Park"

Victoria Park; This stretch of road offers several pubs and eats, popular with after work crowds and a nice place to chill as well as good eats.
Imp Cafe
*image source from http://www.mitchellanddent.com.au/tittletattle/cheeky-coffee* 
Hunting for that ULTIMATE Sticky Date Pudding? Its right here. Of all the sticky date puddings I've tried thus far, this place serves 'em nice, hot, gooey, sweet, caramel goodness. That extra charge for that scoop of vanilla ice-scream on the top, just rockets the flavors and textures over the edge.

Their other desserts are also must tries and its along the streets at Victoria Park. The area itself are filled with pubs and grubs with another must eat burger joint further down. Definately much more finds over here.
"V Burger"
Towering burgers, in perfectly toasted buns, with savory spreads. Golden fries are a standard over here. Meat patties are succulent and grilled to perfection. The variety of burgers go for about AUD15-18 for the set. Very filling and incredibly satisfying.
Other Burger Joints worth a mention are: (find your nearest branch)
Click here for ABBA Details: Flip Side @ Freemantle SW of Perth City
*local surfers at Cottesloe beach were all reaering to go to this joint after catching the waves.
Click here for ABBA Details: Jus Burgers @ Subiaco Perth City 

"Little Caesars/ San Churros/ Jus Burgers @ Leederville"
Leederville; Another pub/club and grub place. Popular with university students as well for party goers whom don't want to be in the main hustle and bustle of North Bridge.  
"Little Caesars"
 
Little Caesars, having won numerous food awards, is one of the best in the biz. Great Pizzas made to order, with options of having half and half. Try their desserts pizzas. Those are their winning creations.
Click here for ABBA details of Little Caesars and its other locations
Click here for ABBA location of Little Caesars
"San Churros"
Definitely, by far the best Chocolate drink and Churros I've had so far. Their Chocolate blends are thick, creamy, and full flavored. A single serve is definitely enough for two to share, or for one. The Churros, made to order, with their Dark, Milk and Caramel drippings are incredible!

ABBA Orders: A definite must mention is their "Hot Cold" Spanish Drink. With a dollop of White Chocolate ice-cream served in a quaint cup of thick Spanish chocolate, the rich, hot chocolate mixing with the creaminess of the ice-cream, not only tastes awesome, but also adds another dimensional. The feel of hot and cold mixing, is incredible and an indescribable sensation. You must try it to believe it!
"Jus Burgers"
Another burger joint that's pretty much the same as "V Burger or Fipside", but a little more fancy with Wagyu meats and concoctions. Burgers here go for about AUD15-20 as well.
Click here for ABBA details on Jus Burgers
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