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 WILD, WILDFLOWER WEST September 2024 Western Australia is renowned for having the largest collection of wildflowers in the world! Home to over 12,000 species, around 60% are only found in WA. Between August and November, WA's botanically rich landscape comes alive with carpets of vibrant colours drawing visitors from all around the world. Departing a wet and cold Perth, we headed towards Kalbarri on the Coral Coast. We planned for the 6.5-hour (600km) drive to take all day including stops along the way. Greenough is a small historic settlement just south of Geraldton. Famous for its leaning tree's, the strong prevailing southerly winds cause the River Red Gums to grow sideways, giving them a leaning appearance. The Historic Settlement , which includes the Greenough Store, police station and courthouse, dates back to the 1800s and visitors can walk through the village, taking a glimpse into the past lives of pioneering European settlers in the area. Picnic in the old town, have...

We've often taken day trips east into the Perth Hills , a stunning escape just 35 minutes from the CBD. It's always been a fantastic place to explore, but this time, we decided to extend our visit and stay for the weekend—and wow, what a fabulous experience it was! Our late morning start didn’t dampen our spirits as we made our way to Plume Estate Vineyard for lunch. With breathtaking views over the Bickley Valley, it was the perfect way to kick off our weekend. We savored a bottle of wine, paired with tapas-style dishes—the Flammkuchen, in particular, was light and absolutely delicious. Just a short drive later, we arrived at the charming Bickley Valley Cottage , where we were warmly greeted by Petra. She graciously gave us a tour of our weekend retreat. This cozy, award-winning cottage, which comfortably sleeps five with its two queen-sized beds and a single, is perfectly nestled in the heart of the valley. It's an ideal spot, surrounded by beautiful walking trails and...

KIMBERLEY - BROOME &  THE DAMPIER PENINSULA Broome , Western Australia's gateway to the Kimberley, transforms into one of the states most vibrant hubs during the winter and the north-west dry season (May - October). With daily direct flights from the eastern states, it's now easier than ever to reconnect with friends and family while escaping the chill and rain. Having visited Broome several times, we were eager to give our first-time visitor friends a taste of the Kimberley's splendor over a long weekend in July. Arriving at lunchtime, Broome's airport is conveniently located close to Broome central. Taxis in Broome are in demand and with no ride-share options (ie: Uber), I recommend booking your airport to accommodation transfer prior to arrival. Depending on where you choose to stay - Broome Central or Cable Beach - there is plenty to see and do and the local Broome Explorer Bus is the cheapest and most convenient way to get around. We chose to stay at the ...