becl5

#1 in South Guildford WA

Reviews by becl5

This review is for Ultra Tune, Midland WA

verified email - 30 Oct 2013

I use to use Ultratune Midland many years ago after they fixed a broken light globe for me and only charged me for the globe where another mechanics wanted to remove the radiator and air conditioning to get in to change the light globe! I even got one of my family members to get their car serviced there. When I took my car there again a few years ago, I noticed the car service was quite a lot more expensive than the previous one which had been done 6 months prior. I asked if they had changed owners as I also did not notice the man at the front desk and he told me he was now the new owner. The car was serviced that day, as I previously said it was noticeably more expensive (in 6 months) but the car ran okay after the service. Last week I phoned them up on Saturday to get a quote; I provided the man with all of the details and he said the usual "I'll get back to you". I asked him when and he told me that day. Saturday, no call, Monday, no call, Tuesday morning, no call so I phoned them again. Went through the whole thing with them again and gave them all my details and the problems with the car that I wanted fixed. Again, "we'll get back to you". Now it is Wednesday and still no call. I will not be returning my car to this lot and my mother, who was getting her car serviced their has returned to Hyundai as she said the price is not any cheaper as it use to be.

Approximate cost: $2 x phone calls!!!

This review is for About Bike Hire, East Perth WA

verified email - 20 Sep 2013

This is such a fun family outing and it's good to get the kids outdoors rather than inside playing video games! We hired the family quad bike which was so much fun. Sometimes it can get a bit annoying on the paths when people don't ride on the correct side and near collisions happen but all in all, I would definitely recommend this to friends. It's also a good way to show interstate or overseas friends swan river.

Approximate cost: $27

This review is for Cairns Esplanade Markets, Cairns Bay TAS

verified email - 18 Sep 2013

I really enjoyed these markets and the relaxed feeling that went with it. There's a lot of touristy type things for sale, one particular favourite of mine was one of the photography stalls which had various framed photos for sale. There's also an aboriginal art stall and various other small stalls. They could have provided more food stalls as this was minimal but across the road there are many food stores such as McDonalds. Perfect for the tourist to get a few items or presents to take home to people. The kids can go for a swim in the lagoon during your day out as the lagoon is close by.

This review is for Cairns Night Markets, Cairns QLD

verified email - 18 Sep 2013

The beauty of these markets is that they are open til late so when you are holidaying in Cairns it's great to be out and about. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. They really could do more with the stalls though. There seems to be way too many massage stalls and not enough touristy type stalls. There's a lot of room for improvement - these markets could be great if a bit more variety was provided.

This review is for The Maze, Bullsbrook WA

verified email - 18 Sep 2013

My kids love going here. It's a good family day out - you can take a picnic lunch as there are seats and tables or there is a tuck shop but it is a bit pricey (standard for these types of places). The animals are also good for the children to see and there is even mini golf that can be played . There is more than one maze so the kids don't get too bored but the maze with the large slide is always a favourite with my kids. The could do a lot more with this place and have the space to so hopefully in the upcoming years a few more attractions are added. Good family fun day out where the kids are outdoors and also good for birthdays.

Approximate cost: $67 (family pass)

This review is for Mount Claremont Farmers Markets, Mount Claremont WA

verified email - 17 Sep 2013

Great friendly atmosphere where you can purchase fruits and vegetables from WA farmers. There are also other stalls as well but the main focus is fruits and vegetables. Plenty of free parking, easy to find and get into and out. Price is very good. The queues for the stalls can be long - some have a ticket service where you purchase your ticket (maximum time I have waited was just over 20 minutes). Some people get their tickets and go off and do other things before returning. And yes, your dog is welcome :-)

Approximate cost: $Very reasonable

This review is for Lux On Kensington, East Perth WA

verified email - 12 Sep 2013

I went to this day spa recently after having purchased a discount voucher. When I phoned to make my booking the receptionist was very friendly and asked me what sort of food platter I would like (as part of my voucher was a food platter) and she asked me to come in 30 minutes early so I could sit in the "relaxation area" and enjoy my platter. So I ordered the fruit and cheese. Parking was pay parking out the front but plenty of it. It is in a very quiet part of Perth and it felt pleasant from the moment I walked in. The receptionist was friendly, took my voucher, showed me where the toilets were and took me to the relaxation area. I waited for my platter. I waited and waited! The food platter never came but the therapist turned up to take me into the room for my massage. The massage itself was fantastic. The lady was gentle and I felt very relaxed by the end of it. It was very enjoyable. I was disappointed that I was not given the food platter - if they state this on a voucher then they should be honest to what they are advertising. All in all I cannot fault the masseur as she was very good. I would recommend this place but would also warn people to give them a friendly reminder about the food platter when they first enter.

Approximate cost: $59

This review is for Margaret River Chocolate Company, West Swan WA

verified email - 11 Sep 2013

A most enjoyable day out - a must day if you have interstate or overseas visitors whom you are showing around. The chocolate is delicious delicious delicious!!! You can have lunch here. Be warned, it does get very busy on Sundays and public holidays. You can even show your children the displays for when the chocolate is being made. They even have chocolate for diabetics!

Approximate cost: $Depends on how much you love chocolate?!

This review is for Avonlea Farm Riding School, Darlington WA

verified email - 11 Sep 2013

More like a hobby farm than a riding school. I went with my friend the second time her child rode here. The arena was extremely small and some of the horses looked very unhealthy. The lessons were way overpriced and some of the staff seem uneducated and too young. There was also a lack of concern for safety. I would never send my children there.

Approximate cost: $55

This review is for Midland Farmer's Markets, Midland WA

verified email - 11 Sep 2013

This is one of the cheapest markets I have been to. The food is fresh produce from the Swan Valley. It is never over crowded and there are also a few stalls that sell lunch type foods and children's clothes and other trinkets. They also sell plants. Parking is never a problem. The only thing I advise is take plenty of bags with you or a trolley to carry your fruits and veges. You will find a bargain and come away with money in your pocket!