Monday 26 October 2020

Latest Tourism Updates from Western Australia

Affordable airfares to Broome, Kununurra and Exmouth

Slipping into Broome time, experiencing the magic of the Kimberley, or diving into the wonders of the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef will now be more affordable for travellers, thanks to the release of 50,000 reduced flights between Perth and Broome, Kununurra and Exmouth. Virgin Australia is offering flights between Perth and Broome from $199 one-way for travel between November 2, 2020 and October 30, 2021, while flights to Kununurra are on offer from $249 one-way between March 29 and September 30, 2021, when purchased 21 days in advance. Qantas is also offering special one-way fares between Perth and Exmouth from November 20 for 12 months, priced at $149 one-way during low season (November 4 to March 27) when booked 30 days in advance, and $169 during high season (March 28 to October 30) when booked 45 days in advance. The Virgin and Qantas special fares can be booked online or through travel agents, with tickets on sale now.

Experience WA's epic landscapes in the film Dirt Music

Based on the novel by acclaimed West Australian author Tim Winton, Dirt Music is a gripping drama and a haunting love story set against the powerful backdrop of Western Australia's breathtaking and evocative landscapes – including the Kimberley, Esperance and Perth. Directed by Gregor Jordan (Two Hands, Ned Kelly), and starring Scottish actress Kelly MacDonald, US actor Garrett Hedlund and Australian favourite David Wenham, the cinematic adaption is now screening across Australian cinemas. For more information on how to plan an epic Dirt Music advetnure, and retrace the steps of the film's star crossed lovers, visit www.australiasnorthwest.com/dirt-music and www.roadtoesperance.com.


Vibe Hotel opens in Subiaco

The inner-city suburb of Subiaco has welcomed its first lifestyle hotel, with the opening of Vibe Hotel Subiaco on October 1. The 168-room hotel features a rooftop pool, gym, conference space, versatile guest rooms that can be transformed into three-bedroom suites, a St Marks Road Co. eatery on the ground floor, and alfresco dining at the rooftop Storehouse Restaurant and Bar.


New Kalbarri Skywalk dining event

Enjoy a dining experience like no other at one of WA's most awe-inspiring new tourism attractions with the inaugural Kalbarri Skywalk Dinner. Offering breathtaking views over Kalbarri National Park and the Murchison River Gorge, the new event at the iconic Kalbarri Skywalk in WA's Coral Coast will be held on October 31 and November 1. The night will showcase WA produce, wines by Wise Wines and beers from Gage Roads, as well as live performances and a stargazing experience with Perth Observatory. A Welcome to Country will be performed by Nanda Traditional Owner Colleen Drage, who will also share stories about the Aboriginal art at the Skywalk. With the experience selling out quickly, an additional three-night coach package has been released for October 30 to November 2. Starting from $1,099 per person the package includes return transfers from Perth, three nights' accommodation at Kalbarri Edge Resort, breakfast daily, a welcome drink event, a visit to Hutt Lagoon (pink lake), and the exclusive Kalbarri Skywalk Dinner package.


Australian film Rams set to showcase WA's Great Southern

WA's stunning Great Southern region will be showcased on the big screen, with the release of Rams in cinemas on October 29. An adaptation of the Icelandic film HrĂștar (Rams), the film is set in Mount Barker - a small regional farming town located near Stirling Range National Park. Starring New Zealand actor Sam Neill, and Australian favourites Michael Caton, Asher Keddie and Wayne Blair, the movie tells the story of two estranged brothers, both sheep farmers, who must come together when disaster strikes and disease threatens both of their flocks.

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