There’s never been a better time to travel to Broome - the gateway to the magnificent Kimberley region of Western Australia - with the new direct flights from Sydney and Melbourne, new luxury accommodation and great value deals.
Starting this week the twice weekly flights with Qantas - departing Sydney on Tuesday and Saturday mornings, and Melbourne on Wednesday and Sunday mornings - sees visitors arrive in Broome with plenty of time for an afternoon dip at beautiful Cable Beach before cocktails at sunset.
Stay at one of the deliciously indulgent resorts dotted across the exotic pearling town - Broome has undergone an accommodation boom in recent years so you are sure to find a place to rest that suits your style and budget.
Slip into your own plunge pool at The Pearle www.thepearle.com.au, relax at the new Chahoya day spa at the iconic Cable Beach Club www.cablebeachclub.com.au or indulge at the brand new five star resort Pinctada www.pinctada.com.au, which officially opens on 12 May.
If an eco wilderness retreat is more your style keep an eye out for the opening in July of Eco Beach Wilderness Retreat. Located one hour’s drive south of Broome, here you can unwind on the deck of your eco tent or villa directly overlooking the Indian Ocean. www.ecobeach.com.au
There’s plenty to explore in and around Broome. Browse the many pearling and Aboriginal art galleries in Chinatown, take a hovercraft ride over Roebuck Bay or check out 130 million year old dinosaur footprints at Gantheaume Point. One of the town’s most treasured natural phenomena is the Staircase to the Moon. If you’re after more adventure, take a day safari out to the unique Horizontal Waterfalls or Cape Leveque.
Throughout May there are also some great value deals in Broome including:
• Stay 4 nights and receive the 5th night free at Cable Beach Club Broome www.cablebeachclub.com.au (ends 31 May 2009)
• Stay 5 nights and pay for 3 at Seashells Resort www.seashells.com.au/resorts/broome (ends 31 May 2009)
• Stay 3 nights at the Beaches of Broome and get a 4th night free www.beachesofbroome.com.au (ends 31 May 2009)
For more information on Broome and the Kimberley visit www.westernaustralia.com
