Alice Springs & The Northern Territory
Its a bit of a diversion, stop over in the Northern Territory, fly into Darwin, 'drive to the rock', but it is one of the most historically significant sites in Australia. Uluru is sacred to the Anangu people of the region and is said to be one of those 'life changing' experiences. Listed as a world heritage site, this spot is in the centre of Australia and it home to many 'dreamtime' stories and possibly the best places to see the stars in the world. If you are stopping in the area, you will need to organise for a tour and accommodation as there are strict regulations as to where you can camp and set up 'site'. The area around Uluru is home to a spate of springs, waterholes, rock caves and ancient paintings.
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Western Australia
Leaving the Alice, via Darwin, head to Western Australia and prepare for some serious 'road time'. The largest state in Australia, 965, 000 square miles to be exact, you are sure to experience the 'real australia', from the desert, to the kimberly, to the ocean, the country, to the wine regions and the city.
For your journey I suggest a kick ass playlist of Australian classics like, Angus & Julia Stone, ACDC, Men at Work (I come from a land down under), tie me kangaroo down boy, waltzing matilda, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Powderfinger, INXS, Silverchair, Sarah Blasko, Abbe May, Kimbra, Gotye and new comers Boy & Bear.
Fly into Perth and start your adventure, stay at 'Riverview Hotel' or 'Eight Nicholson' for a real perth experience and to ensure that you are in the 'heart of things' allowing you to can catch the public transport network with ease.
Stop by the Subiaco Bookshop (best bookshop in Perth), 113 Rokeby Road Subiaco and pick up the 'Wall Paper Guide to Perth' or buy online here. Then begin your journey...
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| (Mrs S & Sherbet in Maylands) |
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| (Cafe at Nell's Emporium, Mosman Park) |
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| (Best Duck in Perth, Good Fortune, Northbridge) |
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| (Theatre in the Park at 'Hole in the Wall', Subiaco) |
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| (Pearl of Highgate Barkey, grab a picnic basket and stroll to Hyde Park for a Picnic with Hudson) |
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| (Explore the Perth street art scene with a coffee from 'Mini Espresso' after a stroll down London Court) |
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| (Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club) |
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After the shopping in Freo, stop by 'The Attic' for a coffee, before exploring some more and finishing the day at Little Creatures or Whisper Wine Bar.
Margaret River and The Wine Region
Words are not really needed to describe this area, it is a must for every traveller, some of the worlds finest wines can be tasted at the Cellar door, I suggest Pierro, Vasse Felix, Knee Deep & Voyager Estate.
The Kimberley, Broome & Kununurra
Drive back to Perth and head to the airport to fly to Kununurra to where you can base yourself at El Questro to explore the top end of Australia. Places to see and explore are vast and varied Monkey Mia, to swim with the Dolphins, swim with the Whale sharks at Ningaloo Reef. For more amazing trip ideas, visit Tourism WA.
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You can head to Broome and stay at the amazing Cable Beach Club Resort and ride camels along the famous Cable Beach.
From Broome you can drive to Darwin, and from there fly out to you next destination, be that Bali or somewhere in Thailand having explored all of Australia.
5 comments:
Loving this travelogue, such great photos, more please. Shelley.
So looking forward to explore this part of Australia!!! Thanks for the inspiration!
Hey Kristina, thanks, I'm glad that you liked it. It is a really exciting part of the world, there is so much to do that it is sometimes hard to know where to start!! I checked out your blog, wow its gorgeous and you have been to so many places. If you do decide to head to 'the wild west', let me know!
I just love this. It's so thoughtful and sounds like the trip of a lifetime! How awesome that there's even a playlist?
Okay... so you don't need to convince me that we should go on this trip, and to be honest it was our first choice as a month would be perfect. But I'm afraid we probably will have to save it for another time--it's too expensive right now for the extent of time we want to travel. :( I think we're probably headed to SE Asia b/c of the daily budget...
BUT ONE DAY!
Hi Ashley,
I'm so thrilled that you liked it and have read my little blog! I totally understand, the Australian dollar is just climbing higher and higher.. good for us when we travel to the US but no so much for you guys! The first time that I went to the states, $1 AUD was buying like .75 US cents.. It was killer!!
I have really enjoyed doing these posts and have had some lovely comments from people that are traveling in OZ. But if you ever do come and stay, please let me know! Wold love to catch up!
I look forward to reading your travelogue, where-ever in Asia that may take you. Happy travels!
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