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Western Australia

Situated on the Swan River, Perth is the capital of Western Australia with all the modern luxuries and only minutes from the city are beaches. Also known as "The City of Lights," Perth enjoys a Mediterranean climate and is surrounded by beautiful gardens and reserves.

Fremantle is a bustling port town less than half an hour from Perth. It is famous for its night life, pubs and coffee strip centred around the quaint harbour complex. Fremantle today retains much of its old charm. Situated at the mouth of the Swan River, Fremantle has picturesque old buildings and a wide cultural diversity.

Western Australia's very own island holiday getaway, Rottnest Island, has a casual atmosphere and picturesque scenery. You will witness some of the world's finest beaches and bays, located just 19 kilometres off the coast of Fremantle. Cycling is popular on the island and is a great way to get around and see everything. Also popular are fishing, snorkeling and diving. There is some beautiful coral around the island which you can see from various points, as well as a number of shipwrecks.

No holiday to Western Australia would be complete without seeing Monkey Mia and experiencing the feeding of dolphins. Monkey Mia’s beautiful beach is the only readily accessible beach in Shark Bay sheltered from the prevailing breeze. The dolphins are wild, native to the area and yet visit of their own accord up to three times per day all year round.

Broome is a small town where the bush meets the sea. The town grew out of the discovery of the world’s largest pearl shell, attracting hundreds of people like a gold rush. Broome is also renowned for the magical Cable Beach. Cable Beach is one of the most famous and beautiful beaches in Australia.

The Kimberley region of Western Australia has extraordinary grandeur, colour and contrast. Wild and wonderful, the Kimberley is one of the world's last great wilderness areas. Covering more than 420,000 square kilometres (261,000 miles), an area three times the size of England, it is home to only 25,000 people. With wide horizons, ancient gorges, picture-book rock pools and pristine beaches, it is a special place that will linger in your mind long after you have left.

Whatever your holiday needs are, you will be sure to satisfy them in Western Australia.