Perth
Bordered on the west by the Indian Ocean and on the east by the foothills of the Darling Range, Perth sits aside the winding Swan River. Not surprisingly, water sports such as surfing, swimming, and sailing are part of everyday activity.
Margaret River Market
Home to galleries and gourmet restaurants, Margaret River is a much-loved holiday resort and a hotspot for surfers. This pretty town lies about a 3.5-hour drive south of Perth, making it a popular weekend escape from the urban center.
Broome & The Kimberley
Australia’s pearling capital, multicultural Broome is at once a booming tourist town in the south of the magnificent Kimberley region. Ace of the town’s main attractions is Cable Beach. Backed by striking red cliffs, this impressive strand stretches for 22 km.
Ningaloo Reef Marine Park
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Ningaloo Reef is the world’s largest fringing reef and one of the few places in the world where visitors can swim with whale sharks.
Rottnest Island
A ferry ride from Perth or Fremantle, Rottnest Island is a car-free nature reserve and a popular spot for a city escape. Sparkling bays, white-sand beaches, and coral reefs fringe the island’s shores, providing excellent opportunities for snorkeling and swimming.
Karijini National Park
Experience the magnificient chasms, marbled rock tunnels, cool rock pools and sparkling waterfalls. Beneath the bright blue Pilbara skies, the craggy red landscape shelters abundant native vegetation, animals and birds. Sit back-to-nature luxury in an eco-retreat.