Perth
Perth is famous for its blue skies, stunning natural setting and friendly spirited people. It is built on the banks of the Swan River and flanked by the Kings Park and Botanic Garden. Within easy reach of the city are 19 beaches — perfect for enjoying a spectacular Indian Ocean sunset. You can go yachting or parasailing over the sparkling Swan River, visit the uncrowded beaches, stroll through Kings Park and revel in the performances from all areas of the artistic spectrum. Combine the splendour of nature with the sophistication of fine wines, alfresco dining, a sublime climate and free public transport in the city centre, you have the perfect place for a holiday.
Beyond the city take a few days to discover the Margaret River wine region or take a trip north to Ningaloo Reef, Australia's quieter reef that fringes the coastline.
Craig's adventure
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- Meet the locals
- Discover the wildlife on tranquil Rottnest Island, Western Australia.
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- Aboriginal paintings
- Craig practises the skill of traditional Aboriginal painting on an Urban Indigenous Tour in Perth.
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- Didgeridoo
- Craig has a go at playing the Didgeridoo — it's not as easy as it looks!
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- Cottesloe Beach
- There's nothing like watching the sunrise over the Indian Ocean from Cottesloe Beach.
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- Cottesloe Beach
- Locals catch their supper at Cottesloe Beach in Perth.
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- Quokka
- A friendly quokka, unique to Rottnest Island, gets up close and personal.
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- Snorkelling
- Craig snorkels the waters of Rottnest Island where you can find brilliantly coloured coral and an array of tropical fish.
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- Symphony in the Park
- Craig enjoys the sweet sounds of Western Australia's Symphony Orchestra at the annual Symphony in the Park in Perth.
See the rest of Craig's Journey
Follow Craig to Melbourne's underground music scene and see the best bits of his trip across Australia.
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- Perth's King Park
- Enjoy a stroll through the colourful wildflowers in Perth's Kings Park.
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- BBQ
- Enjoy a BBQ with friends on one of Perth's 19 beaches close to the city.
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- Swan River
- Sail down Perth's relaxing Swan River in a yacht.
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- Explore the parks
- Enjoy a bike ride along the Swan River and explore the city's beautiful parks.
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- Cottesloe Beach
- Swimming, snorkelling, or simply relaxing - there's plenty to do at the picturesque Cottesloe Beach.
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- Meet wild kangaroos
- Meet the wild kangaroos on the beach in Esperance, Western Australia.
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- Cable Beach, Broome
- Take in an Indian Ocean sunset with a camel ride at Broome's Cable Beach.
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- Margaret River
- Indulge in some of Australia's finest wines in the Margaret River wine region.
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- Swan Bell Tower
- Take in the sounds of the world's largest instrument — the Swan Bell Tower in Perth.
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- Ningaloo Reef
- Swim with the biggest fish in the sea — the whale shark — at Ningaloo Reef.
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- Rottnest Island
- A short ferry ride from Perth, enjoy a day trip to car-free Rottnest Island to explore secluded beaches.
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- Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour
- Enjoy fish and chips with the local fans at Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour.
Wish you were here?
Flying to Australia has never been easier. Emirates fly to Perth twice daily with departures from six UK regional airports. (Heathrow, London Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle and Glasgow via Dubai).
