Western Australia’s Best Timeshare Destinations
Western Australia is known for its unlimited stretches of white-sand shoreline, immense deserts, clearing fields of wildflowers, tough canyons, and interesting rock formations. WA is extraordinarily beautiful with its red pindan dirt, white sandy beaches and turquoise seas. It has adventure, remoteness, ancient beauty, incredible beaches, pristine reef system, and world-class food and wine. Let’s explore the region further.
Perth
Perth, capital of Western Australia, is home to where the Swan River meets the southwest drift. Sandy shorelines outline Perth's rural areas and the Botanic Garden on Mount Eliza also offers interesting reasons to visit this place. Perth combines big-city attractions and relaxed, informal surrounds, providing an appealing lifestyle for locals and lots to do for visitors.
Fremantle
Against a backdrop of the best preserved 19th century port streetscape in the world, a day out in Fremantle is an eclectic and eccentric blend of fabulous artisanal food, handcrafted beers, great coffee, quirky boutiques and lively music, arts and festival scene. Some of the highlights of Fremantle are the Western Australian Maritime Museum, the Fishing Boat Harbour, Fremantle Prison, and Fremantle markets.
Rottnest Island
Perth's idyllic island playground, Rottnest, is just a short ferry ride from the mainland and a world away from city life. For such a tiny island, this car-free and carefree Class A reserve packs a lot of pleasure into a day.
Getting to 'Rotto', as the locals affectionately call it, is a breeze. Just 19 kilometers off the coast, ferries depart regularly from Fremantle, Perth's Barrack Street Jetty and Hillarys Marina. You can opt to arrive in style by helicopter or air taxi, or even cruise across in your own boat.
On its shores, 63 stunning beaches, 20 beautiful bays and many coral reefs and wrecks invite you to enjoy some of Australia's finest swimming spots, snorkel trails and surf breaks.
Rockingham
Rockingham is a popular seaside destination at the southern end of Perth, offering a wide range of aquatic experiences. Rockingham offers interesting adventures, such as swimming with wild dolphins and visiting some of the world’s smallest penguins at Penguin Island.
Mandurah
Mandurah is an absolute water wonderland that brings thousands of tourists to its clean waters all year-round, and offers activities such as surfing, crabbing, dolphin watching, boating, swimming, fishing and world-class golfing. Explore the vast, calm, inland waterways and Indian Ocean.
Busselton
Busselton is Western Australia’s holiday heartland. Walk on water as you stroll along one of the world’s longest timber boardwalks and take the plunge into the Indian Ocean to see the coral gardens below. Casual cafés and waterfront restaurants set their sights on Geographe Bay. In spring, experience a painter’s palette of colour as the Wild West’s wildflowers begin to bloom.
Margaret River
Margaret River is a coastal town, located south of Perth. It is renowned for its wineries, food and surf beaches. A day in the typical Margaret River family will start with a morning trip to the coffee roastery at Yahava, followed by a trip to one of the three mazes, picking up some cheese and crackers from the Margaret River Dairy for morning tea on the way. Lunch at the Colonial Brewery, with a sampler of a beer and the kids on the playground, followed by a tour of one of the two lighthouses or four caves that run tours in the area. On top of this, you can drop into a couple of wineries for tasting, before heading to the beach to watch the sunset over water.
Bunbury
The cosmopolitan Port of Bunbury, just two hours' drive south of Perth, is located on a spectacular peninsula surrounded by blue waters of Indian Ocean, Koombana Bay and the Leschenault Inlet. A vibrant town with a strong maritime atmosphere, Bunbury is now renowned for the wild but friendly dolphins that interact with people in Koombana Bay.
Bunbury's other features include Western Australia's southern-most mangroves, rare basaltic rock and nearby Tuart Forest. A colourful "cappuccino strip" of sidewalk cafes and a variety of eateries have developed along the Central Business District’s Victoria Street. These cafes and the innumerable award-winning restaurants and historic pubs ensure the atmosphere hums from dawn to dusk.
A perfect base for touring the surrounding countryside, a tapestry of sights and experiences are available within short distances from Bunbury. Fields of orchard trees in blossom, wildflowers, vineyards, forests, national parks, beautiful waterways, historic towns and a wealth of art and craft are just the beginning of your experience.
Kalbarri
The Kalbarri region is a favourite family holiday destination, also known for its adventure experiences on the water and land-based attractions. Situated where the Murchison River meets the Indian Ocean, Kalbarri has soaring rivers, coastal gorges and protected swimming bays like Blue Holes.
The Tumblagooda Sandstone (approximately 541 million years old) is one of Kalbarri National Park's most striking features - the layers of coloured rock bed, trace fossils and ancient insect footprints of euthycarcinoids (an extinct group of arthropod or scorpion-like insects) are quite remarkable. The most iconic location in Kalbarri must be Nature's Window, a natural rock arch framing the River. The National Park offers superb hiking trails, quad biking, canoeing and kayaking river-ways, abseiling and lookouts and from July to October each year. Their 800+ species of wildflowers adds to Kalbarri’s awe-inspiring display.
Geraldton
Geraldton is up there with the top must-see surfing, kite surfing, windsurfing, diving, snorkeling, boating and fishing destinations in Australia. It's also ideally situated for exploring one of the greatest displays of spring wildflowers on Earth, with some intriguing Indigenous, maritime and Spanish missionary history to discover along the way.
Western Australian Museum, HMAS Memorial, The Merry-go-round in the Sea, The St Francis Xavier Cathedral, The Point Moor Lighthouse, Chapman Valley, and Houtman Abrolhos are some of the attractions in Geraldton.
Carnarvon
Carnarvon is a town in the Gascoyne region of Western Australia. Once a port for the shipping of livestock, it's now a fruit & veg growing area and has a small fishing industry. It's the last town of any size before heading north into arid country towards Exmouth and Port Hedland, and therefore for travelers, it's a good overnight stop and chance to stock up. Blow Holes and Gascoyne Food Trail are not to be missed on your trip to Carnarvon.
South Australia’s Best Timeshare Destinations
South Australia is a diverse state made up mostly of dramatic arid and semi-arid country known as the Outback. There are areas of greener land towards the beautiful coastline and along Australia's longest river, the mighty Murray. The vibrant capital city, Adelaide, was a planned colony rather than a convict settlement. The state is known for its wines, produce and major festivals and sporting events. Let’s explore some of the major destinations in South Australia.
Adelaide
Adelaide always bustles with culture, flavors, events and entertainment. Taste your way through world-famous wine regions only minutes away from the city or soak up the sun at one of our picture-perfect metropolitan beaches. Join the party at our immersive festivals and events or spend the night exploring Adelaide attractions and a thriving restaurant and bar scene. Adelaide is a gateway to some of Australia’s best wine country and is dotted with historic buildings, lush parklands and sprawling botanic gardens.
Goolwa
Goolwa is a town in Southern Australia that is lucky enough to face both the ocean and the river. It’s just 80 kilometers south of Adelaide but this small town at the mouth of the Murray has no time for the hustle and bustle of the big smoke. In fact, the people of Goolwa are on a mission to get us all to slow down. For a relaxing family time, take a houseboat from Goolwa to Murray, and have a great time with your loved ones as you enjoy the journey. Goolwa has several hotels and resorts that offer high end amenities and comfortable accommodation.
Victor Harbor
Situated on one of the world’s most startling coastlines, the former whaling town of Victor Harbor is a relaxed waterside retreat with a historic main street and a coastline dominated by a huge rock outcrop called the Bluff. An offshore island, connected to Victor Harbor by a causeway, is strewn with giant granite boulders. Hundreds of Whales swim past the area’s rolling hills, quiet beaches and towering cliff faces, before coming close to town to breed and suckle their young. Some of the experiences that are not to be missed on your trip include the horse drawn tram to the Granite Island, the Granite Island Penguin Walk, the Bluff, the Cockle Train, and the National Trust Museum.
McLaren Vale
McLaren Vale is both a town (population 5070) and a wine region, located on the Fleurieu Peninsula. The locals call it a boutique village and while the town is small, it is jam-packed with restaurants, cafes, boutiques and galleries. Its long main street, which runs for eight kilometers to the village of Willunga, is dotted with 19th-century ironstone buildings, while many rustic wineries are heritage listed. With around 110 wineries, you can take a tour of some of the wineries and get the best wines you’ve ever tasted. Some of the other experiences not to be missed here are the Red Poles Gallery & Restaurant, McLaren Vale Town Centre and The Almond Train.
Coorong
The Coorong is a place of tranquility, solitude and wonderment. A place that calms the mind, soothes the soul and appeases the senses. Venture into a timeless, untamed wilderness and marvel at the diversity nature has provided. A great way to experience the Coorong is through Spirit of Coorong Cruise.
The Coorong, derived from an Aboriginal word kerrang meaning narrow neck, is one of the most breathtaking national parks in Australia. Be a guest of the Ngarrindjeri people, the traditional custodians of these places for over 6,000 years. The Coorong is of Aboriginal significance and renowned for its archaeological sites.
Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island, 13 kilometres (8 miles) off the coast of South Australia and 30 minutes by plane from Adelaide, is brimming with native animals, some of which aren't found anywhere else. It is also home to an established artisanal food scene, and one of the world's best hotels. More than one third of the island is protected by conservation areas and national parks, while lush farmland and small towns make up much of the rest. The island, known to the locals as "KI", is divided into seven regions, with four major towns: Kingscote (the island’s relaxed capital), Penneshaw (where daily ferries disembark), American River, and Parndana. Most major areas are connected by sealed tarmac roads, and there are gravel roads elsewhere.
Kangaroo Island is an incredibly special place that is still relatively new on the tourism map. Much of the landscape is still raw and the island is home to only a small population, making it an awesome destination to admire an expansive range of spectacular natural wonders without the crowds. It is such an impressive place that the only complaint from visitors is running out of time to experience all its curiosities in one trip.
Tasmania’s Best Timeshare Destinations
Tasmania has some of the most beautiful and diverse scenery, not just in Australia but also around the world. Over 45 percent of Tasmania is protected national parks, so coming here without checking out a couple of national parks would be difficult. There's a park for every season and for every person. Discover spectacular landscapes from highlands carved by glaciers, to quiet solitary beaches, from cool and silent rainforests, to colorful alpine wilderness wildflowers. Tasmania's 19 national parks encompass a diversity of unspoiled habitats and ecosystems which offer refuge to unique, and often ancient plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth. Here are some of the major destinations of Tasmania for you to explore:
Hobart
Hobart has become a must-visit city when traveling to Australia. With incredibly fresh produce and seafood, compelling art and superb restaurants, it’s a wonder this place was ever off the map in the first place.
Fresh mountain air, pristine waters and fertile fields make this southern city a dining destination not to be missed. Explore cafés, restaurants, bars and markets among the sandstone warehouses that look out across the historic wharf. Follow meandering laneways lined with colonial-era cottages or feel the world unfold before you from the summit of Mount Wellington. Yacht races, footy matches and cycling trails provide an adrenaline kick. Hobart’s museums and galleries delve into dark secrets and showcase the city’s energetic local talent.
Port Arthur
A visit to Tasmania isn't complete without touring the site of one of Australia's most infamous prisons, the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur. Separated from Tasmania by a narrow neck of land, Port Arthur was once known as the "inescapable prison", housing hardened criminals subject to harsh punishment. Today, the convicts and guards are gone, but the stories – set in an equally dramatic landscape of craggy cliff faces and the remains of more than 30 buildings – remain.
Some of the tourist attractions of Port Arthur are the Model Prison, the Guard Tower & Military Complex, Isle of the Dead, and the Remarkable Cave.
Devonport
Devonport is a busy coastal city and hosts the Spirit of Tasmania ferry on its voyage to and from Melbourne. It's also the gateway to the North West and beyond, with a bounty of fresh produce at its doorstep and plenty to explore right in town.
Located on the Mersey River and the Bass Strait coast, Devonport enjoys river, ocean and mountain views and is close to some of Tasmania's best natural places, including the stunning Cradle Mountain.
Devonport is home to great beaches that are renowned for rowing, sailing, kayaking and fishing. Walking and cycling tracks crisscross the city with plenty to see along the way including Aboriginal rock carvings on the coastal trail to The Bluff. Enjoy some pretty parks, including an arboretum (tree garden) that makes for a relaxing nature break. And with so much produce grown in the fertile soil of the Mersey-Forth valley, there's no shortage of great food from pub meals or fish and chips to fine contemporary fare and farm gate delights.
Launceston
Launceston derives a lot of its charm from its riverside location alongside its old architecture, parks and gardens, craft galleries and quaint communities. In addition, just a short walk from the city lies the entrance to spectacular Cataract Gorge, an expansive ravine that can be navigated from above via chairlifts.
Launceston is a city that has a charming, old-world feel that brings to mind the northern regions of England. It’s full of foliage and brimming with parkland and wonderful flowers that truly shine during the spring and has some of the cleanest air of any Australian city to go along with famously fresh produce from local surrounding areas.
In terms of exploring Launceston’s surrounds, it’s more than easy to take a day trip and travel through the mountains of the Great Western Tiers on your way to the area’s ever-popular Cradle Mountain National Park.
Cradle Mountain
Located at the northern end of the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, Cradle Mountain is one of Tasmania's most visited natural attractions. While there's no actual town at Cradle Mountain, visitors can find a range of accommodation within the park in cabins, chalets and campgrounds.
Part of the Tasmanian World Heritage Wilderness Area, the surrounding landscape is diverse and includes grassland, rainforest and ancient plants such as the long-lived King Billy Pine and the native 'fagus' or deciduous beech. The park also provides a rich habitat for wildlife, including Tasmanian devils, quolls, platypus, echidna and several bird species.
With a range of fantastic walks ranging from easy to difficult, there's plenty of opportunities to experience the beauty of Tasmania's wilderness first hand, and with all the comforts of home awaiting you at the end of your day. You can even relax in a luxury spa.
