Destination Perth

Perth is fast becoming the place to be in Australia with it's magnificent sandy beaches, mediterranean climate and economic prosperity due to the property and mining booms. Vastly isolated from Australia's other major cities on the east coast Perth is Western Australia's capital and largest city with a population of 1.5 million people. With it's proximity to several of the world's most stunning beaches and marine reefs, some of the world's best wines at Margaret River, the Desert and the Wildeness Perth is a great place to visit while in Australia.

Population: 1.5 Million

Airport: Perth Airport [PER]

Attractions: Beaches, Margaret River, Ningaloo Reef, Bibbulmun Track, Federation Walk.

Transport Around City: The best way to go is hiring a rental car, buses and taxi are also available.

Recommended Restaurant Precincts: Northbridge, Subiaco, Fremantle.

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Nightlife: Burswood Casino, Cottlesloe Beach, Fremantle, Claremount, CBD.

Recommended Hotels: Duxton Hotel, Hyatt Regency Perth, Intercontinental Burswood, Esplande Hotel Fremantle

Climate: Perth has a Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and cool, moist winters. Perth has moderate rainfall although most of the rain falls in the winter months.

Culture: Perth has strong anglosaxan heritage while also fostering strong greek and italian communities. Perth is often considered the musical Seattle of Australia for having a strong rock music following and producing some of Australia's most popular and innovative music.

Best time of year to travel: From October through to March