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Day 1: Perth – Pemberton (4 Hrs, 328 km) Take the South Western Highway towards Pemberton. Be sure to visit the Gloucester Tree lookout - an awe-inspiring 60 metres high. Certainly not for the fainthearted, but those who accept the challenge of climbing this giant karri tree will be rewarded by an amazing view of the forest canopy. Overnight: Pemberton Day 2: Pemberton to Walpole / Denmark (2 Hrs, 186 km) Walpole is just an hour and a half down the road, so take it easy this morning with a lazy sleep-in. Stroll through Walpole’s town centre, before continue driving to Hilltop Road and deeper into the forest. On the way to Denmark, don’t miss the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk in the Walpole- Nornalup National Park - a walk trail suspended 40 metres above the forest floor. Surrounded by 20,000 hectares of towering trees, this is an exciting yet peaceful way to experience the magical southern forests. Overnight: Denmark Day 3: Denmark to Albany (40 mins, 50km) Travel back to Perth on the South Western Highway or continue on the journey to Albany. Denmark is a picturesque town where charming bridges and buildings nestle unobtrusively among leafy surroundings. Satisfy the hunger pangs with a quick visit to a local restaurant with great views, or picnic on the riverbank to soak up the town’s tranquil atmosphere. Journey to the port city of Albany which takes about half an hour. Albany is most famous for its whaling heritage. Visit the old whaling station - now transformed into a fascinating museum - for a brief but interesting lesson on the town’s history. Overnight: Albany Day 4: Albany to Perth (5 Hrs, 420km) Visit some of the Great Southern Coastal region’s delectable wineries and original art galleries this morning, followed by a lunchtime feast. Then start your 5 hour journey back to Perth feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Overnight: Perth PERTH Family Pl aytim e PERTH Indian Ocean Southern Ocean Fremantle Mandurah Dunsborough Cape Naturaliste Margaret River Augusta Cape Leeuwin Pemberton Busselton Bunbury Albany Rottnest Island Frenchman’s Bay & Torndirrup National Park PERTH Lancelin Jurien Bay Geraldton Kalbarri Dongara Cervantes Monkey Mia Denham Shark Bay Carnarvon Australia’s South West Named by the Lonely Planet as one of the world’s top 10 regions to visit in 2010 WESTERN AUSTRALIA WESTERN AUSTRALIA family travel journal “Our holiday to Perth was like a day out at the theme park – filled with excitement and packed full of surprises. There were so many places to explore and plenty of things to do but so little time! “ “We love Perth for its abundance of natural environment. With a car to freely get us around, there’s always a park, a beach or simply a nice spot where we can stop to find something interesting to see and do. We also enjoy visiting the local food producers, tasting and splurging on a variety of cheeses, chocolates, jams, nougats, nuts and lots more – a heavenly treat especially for the little one!“ BUNBURY “We were amazed with the vast land space, rows and rows of vineyards, cows/sheep pastures and long stretches of beaches in Perth. If not for the locals who were extremely child-friendly and accommodating, we would not have enjoyed our holiday as much. “ “My family’s most memorable moment in Perth would have to be the farm stay at Margaret River. The chance to get up close and personal to hand-feed many native Australian animals, ride on a tractor across the wide open farmland and stay in a farmhouse with a fireplace that we had to constantly feed wood to keep ourselves warm was the most lovely experience ever.” “My kids would say their stay at the Sunflower Animal Farm was the most unforgettable experience. They’d wake up eagerly each morning to greet the cows “Good morning” in the farm without even brushing their teeth! The farm provided buckets of feed for each kid and they spent hours every morning walking through the huge compound, petting every single animal. It was great for us adults, to be able to sit back and enjoy a cuppa and breathtaking views of the hills and greenery. “ “The trip to Perth was special as it was a totally relaxing and hassle- free one filled with fun moments for kids and adults alike, especially for us urbanised Singaporeans. The locals, individuals and shops alike, were extremely child-friendly. We get to do stuff that we hardly or never get to do in Singapore, like fruit picking and face to face feeding of animals. We went to the Jewel Caves and it was a first for us all to experience a cave tour. A great family bonding opportunity.” Sep 11 to Mar 12 For more information, contact any of the following Aussie Specialist travel agents today or check out singaporeair.com/australia or westernaustralia.com Participating Aussie Specialists: ASA Holidays (TA 1501) 6303 5318 • Chan Brothers Travel (TA109) 6212 9684 • CTC Travel (TA704) 6536 3345 • Diners World Travel (TA002) 6292 5522 • Dynasty Travel (TA00371) 6536 4966 • Euro-Asia Holidays (TA610) 6339 9133 • Farmosa Holidays (TA426) 6534 1133 • Five Stars Tours Pte. Ltd. (TA752) 6533 5555 • Giamso International Tours (TA354) 6534 1010 • New Shan Travel Services (TA106) 6481 1181 • PriceBreaker (TA249) 6317 2888 • Scenic Travel (TA469) 6226 3611• Sino-America Tours (TA611) 6538 1933 • Tradewinds Tours (TA831) 6438 8822 • UOB Travel (TA185) 6252 6822 Terms and Conditions: All prices are based on per family (2A+1C) or otherwise stated. Package price in Singapore dollars and is based on ground content only and excludes airfare. Hotel seasonal surcharges, block out dates, supplements and minimum night stay apply, details on application. Other conditions apply, please refer to your travel agents’ booking forms. All family playtime package and offers are valid only when booking through the participating travel agents. Packages are valid from 01 September 2011 to 31 March 2012. All prices and information are correct at time of print. THE RIGHT MIX FOR A FAMILY PLAYTIME Embrace quality family time in Perth, the friendly capital of Western Australia that is just below five hours away from Singapore. A great outdoor lifestyle, sprawling spaces, lush nature, unique wildlife and friendly folk are just the ingredients to make up a meaningful family vacation. Together with fresh produce, sumptuous cuisine and wines produced in breathtaking landscapes, it’s an unforgettable and relaxed Western Australian experience. GERALDTON Day 1: Perth to Geraldton (5 Hrs, 424km) Travel on the Indian Ocean Drive to Geraldton. Along the way, stop at Cervantes to visit the towering Pinnacles at Nambung National Park. Head further north to the historic twin fishing towns of Dongara and Port Denison. Continue upwards towards the port city of Geraldton to sample some of the freshest and most renowned seafood in Western Australia. Overnight: Geraldton Day 2: Geraldton to Kalbarri (2 Hrs, 160km) From Geraldton, head 2 hours along the North West Coastal Highway to Kalbarri, one of Australia’s most popular holiday resorts. Here, there are spectacular red rock gorges, rugged coastal cliffs, colourful wildflowers, the Murchison River and pure white sandy beaches. Overnight: Kalbarri Day 3: Kalbarri to Monkey Mia (4.5 Hrs, 375km) Head further down the North West Coastal Highway to Denham, the main town in the Shark Bay World Heritage area. This is where you can see the Hamelin Stromatolites, the oldest and largest living fossils in the world. Also visit Shell Beach in the area, where you can view miles of tiny white shells. From Denham, head to Monkey Mia, just half an hour away. Overnight: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort. Day 4: Monkey Mia to Perth (10 Hrs, 866 Km) Experience a morning encounter with the world-famous Monkey Mia dolphins, known for their almost daily ritual of swimming to shore to interact with humans. Start the day early to prepare yourself for the long journey back to Perth. If time permits, make night stops along the way or continue straight back to the city. Australia’s Coral Coast Unspoilt, Uncrowded, Underwater Pictures and journals courtesy of Bellis Chew & Linda Lim
