Trade wildlife cruises in Alaska for: Whale watching in the South West

Time to join the pod as the South West coastline full of ocean giants. The Margaret River region whale watching season is one of the world’s longest and attracts the largest humpback whale migration on Earth. Over 30,000 humpbacks, southern right, blue and orca whales swim along the southern coast from May to December across several destinations.

Whale seasonality: 

• Albany: May – October
• Augusta: June – August
• Busselton and Dunsborough: September – November

For your chance to catch sight of the world’s largest marine mammals at play, check them out from these coastal vantage points or hop on board a boat tour with Whale Watch Western Australia, All Sea Charters, Naturaliste Charters.

Plan your trip: Whale watching in Australia’s South West

Trade Hawaii’s North Shore for: Prevelly

Consistent waves? Check. Chilled beach vibes? Check. Gorgeous Coastal scenery? Check. Prevelly deserves the surfer’s shaka of approval when it comes to a beach getaway. This lazy town is a top spot to unwind and catch a break – all the while watching surfers catch theirs! Surfers Point is the premier place for surfers to take on world-class waves and remain consistent all year round.

As Prevelly is located in the wine-producing Margaret River region, it would be rude not to treat yourself after your coastal adventures with a taste of a local drop from one of its many vineyards.

Plan your trip: Beachside Prevelly Villas

Trade Canada’s Lake Louise for: Black Diamond Lake, Collie

That blue, that gorgeous glistening blue hue and how it sparkles ever so brightly!

Black Diamond Lake is the South West worst kept secret when it comes to outdoor adventures in spectacular surrounds. The abandoned former mining site is one of Western Australia’s most famed Instagram spots and natural pools for its brilliant blue appearance. 

Once you get over being snap-happy (it will take a while!), hop in an experience Black Diamond Lake for yourself by hiring a canoe or SUP from Traaverse. Treat yourself with a tasty treat after being active with a visit to Kiosk at the Dam in Wellington National Park.

Plan your trip: Collie

Trade Honfluer, France for: Albany

There is a touch of French chic to be found in Albany. If Albany’s restaurants were placed on a menu, you would be at a loss to decide where to have your Plat de jour with some of its restaurants championing the delightful tastes – both on palate and style – found along the streets of France.

An excursion to France can be had morning, noon and night with outlets readily available for your next forkful of French flavour. Breakfast hotspot Gourmandise & Co will have you feeling like you have teleported to provincial France with homeland antiques and charms on display. Its traditionally prepared in-house patisseries, tarts and baked goods are presented as edible art, with small flowers often used as extra décor on plated dishes.

Or, if dining in saloon splendour is more your thing, head to Liberte, a Parisian-themed lounge restaurant and bar. The award-winning venue is famed for its flavour fresh Vietnamese-fusion menu and creative cocktail list, admired by many in town as crème de la crème. 

Plan your trip: Albany

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