Perth

Situated on the glorious Sunset Coast of Western Australia, Perth is a fascinating city of parkland and waterways.  There's something to satisfy everyone here, with great shopping, 80km of white sandy beaches, a variety of galleries and musuems, and some world-class golf courses,  Hosting a greater density of restaurants than any other Aussie city, and the nearby Swan and Margaret River wine regions, Perth is also a natural centre for foodies.  The nearby colonial-style town of Fremantle and the aquatic wonderland of Rottnest Island make good day-trips, and Perth can act as a great base to visit the Pinnacle Desert or the Ningaloo Reef.

Margaret River

Margaret River is home to over 60 wineries and is considered one of the most important wine producing areas in Australia. The best way to learn about this vineyard area is to visit the Margaret River Regional Wine Centre, particularly in November, for the Margaret River Wine Region Festival. Located 280km south of Perth, Margaret River is a top surfing location with 75 top-class breaks nearby.  The area is surrounded by fascinating areas for exploration such as the limestone caves on Cave Road, and the Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park.

Ningaloo Reef

Ningaloo Reef is situated within Ningaloo Marine Park, and is a 260km stretch of unspoilt, tropical waters. The reef is located just 100 metres offshore, and is the only place in the world where you can easily swim or walk from the shore to a coral reef. The park is home to 500 different species of tropical fish, whale sharks, and 220 species of coral, making it a fantastic location for snorkelling, diving and cruising.

Monkey Mia

Monkey Mia is situated on the Peron Peninsula in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. It is described as the best place in the world for meeting wild dolphins. The dolphins here come to the shore up to three times everyday of their own accord, and are extremely sociable and interactive with guests. If these incredible marine creatures aren’t enough, Monkey Mia also offers opportunities for fishing, swimming, snorkelling, nature walks and cruises.

Rottnest Island

Rottnest Island, located 18km from Perth, is a picturesque island of clean, coral fringed beaches and lush green forest areas. Rottnest, known colloquially as ‘Rotto’, is a peaceful and quaint dwelling on which cars are banned meaning less noise, pollution and stress for both visitors and residents. The island’s most famous residents are the Quokkas; a marsupial almost unique to the island that resembles a mini-kangaroo.

The Pinnacles Desert

The Pinnacles Desert is located in Nambung National Park, and is a fascinating landscape of thousands of limestone pillars ranging in size from just a few centimetres to 4 metres in height. The Pinnacles have been likened to tombstones, and appear particularly eerie at sunset or sunrise when they cast long shadows over the surrounding sand dunes. August and October are the best times to visit the Pinnacles as this unique terrain is decorated by rare Australian wildflowers.

Broome

Broome is a city that combines both colonial Australian and Asian culture to produce a unique and exotic lifestyle. Much of the city’s oriental heritage can still be explored today in the Chinatown area. CableBeach in Broome is a 22km stretch of pristine white sands and tropical waters that attracts holidaymakers from all over the world. Broome is also referred to as the world’s pearling capital, and today both the modern and historic sides to the pearling industry can be explored on a guided tour.