The Best of Western Australia

The Richardson Hotel
The Richardson Hotel enjoys an enviable location in the vibrant suburb of Subiaco, just outside the centre of Perth. It offers 74 rooms, each with full en-suite facilities, separate lounge and balcony. Other facilities include a spa, an outdoor deck and a swimming pool.

Perth is situated on the banks of the Swan River, which runs directly through the heart of the city. There are pleasant strolls to be had along the river, which can be combined with time spent shopping in the city centre. Take the time also to visit Kings Park, a huge park notable for its botanic gardens and seasonal wildflower meadows.

A short drive south of Perth is Cottesloe Beach. This is one of the most beautiful beaches in the region, and is particularly popular with surfers and swimmers. Cottesloe is shaded by pine trees, which provide a welcome respite from the sun, and has a number of lovely cafes offering tea and lunch. It can get quite busy, but there are a number of quieter spots on the coast not far from Cottesloe, including some peaceful coastal trails, if you’re looking to escape the crowds.

Further along the coast is the port city of Fremantle, with its rich European heritage. Fremantle’s city centre is almost as lively as Perth’s; it is typically abuzz with shoppers and al fresco diners during the day, while in the evening the pubs and bars are packed to the hilt. There’s great seafood – the best fish and chips in Oz, the locals will tell you! – to be had at the harbour.

On arrival, check into the Cape Lodge for 3 nights in a Superior Spa Suite.

Cape Lodge
Situated in the heart of the Margaret River wine region and surrounded by 25 acres of parkland, lakes and gardens, Cape Lodge is the perfect base for exploring the region’s famous wine valleys and gorgeous beaches. A member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Cape Lodge is renowned for its wonderful location, stylish accommodation and fine restaurant. Small and intimate, the 5-star boutique hotel offers just 22 suites, which are split between an original homestead, which also houses the lobby and lounge, and a collection of private villas dispersed widely throughout the hotel grounds.

Cape Lodge’s restaurant is situated on the edge of the main lake and features a marvellous al fresco dining deck, as well as a 15,000 bottle premium wine cellar.

During the tour, you will have the chance to visit a select few vineyards and enjoy a delicious lunch and wine pairing at the Cape Mentelle winery (included).

This is a beautiful region of the coast so pack your camera and expect stunning scenery!

The region is most famous for its vineyards – its wineries produce over a tenth of Australia’s wines, including a number of premium labels – but it produces much more besides, including everything from chocolate to olives. You can tour a number of breweries, a fudge factory, and even a crayfish farm on the coast, if you’re so inclined.

In contrast to its domesticated hinterland, the coastline of the Margaret River region is wild and rugged! For keen walkers, there are lovely walks to be had on the limestone coastline between Capes Leeuwin and Naturaliste, part of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, while a little inland from the coast are beautiful forests of karri and marri trees that are a pleasure to explore on foot.

Check in for your onward travel arrangements.