15th Oct - Swan Valley

We are going to get out of O and Ali's way for a while, and plan to head to the Swan Valley initially. Owen is off to work early - and working very hard and long hours. After chatting to Ali about all sorts of stuff, we head out.



The Swan Valley is of course famous for wineries and eateries... A bit of a letdown that many/most places are closed Mondays, some Tuesdays, and a few all weekdays... Anyway we have a few recommendations from the experts (the Kennedy girls). Had a look at Sandalford detoured around the huge Whiteman Park, and eventually found Talijancich - which was open! Closed Tuesdays! We tried some stuff and actually purchased a couple of bottles of fortified, a Verdelho Liqueur and another White blend Liqueur. Seriously delicious and a bit different. After that we though we better find somewhere to stop for the night.
Whiteman Park black duck family
Whiteman Park tortoise









Swan Valley Tourist Park is the only dog friendly - and we couldn't find a quiet, out of the way corner to sneak into. even get a member and senior discount!!!

Tomorrow we will probably head up Northam or Toodyay way...