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AT A GLANCE PERTH WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Perth Western Australia
is the laidback holiday destination tourists go to for a change of pace. You can slow down and bask in the warmth of its sandy beaches, or glimpse its rich wildlife, both on land and underwater.
SUNNY WITH A CHANCE
OF RAIN
Perth is mostly warm year-round, except for the brief mid-year rainy season. September to May see sunny temperatures of up to 30°C, while the downpours from June to August can bring temperatures down to below 12°C at night.
SURF THE SAND
Pinnacle Desert is a hot spot for adrenaline junkies with its sandboarding and cruising opportunities.
ROTTNEST ISLAND
A spectacle of natural sights, sounds and activities, Rottnest Island is a place not to be missed when you stop by at Perth.
HOME OF THE QUOKKA
Get free guided walks and snap a pic of the ‘world’s happiest animal’ right on Rottnest Island.
POPULATION
Mingle with the 2.02 million residents in Australia’s fourth-most populated city.
FREEMANTLE MARKETS
For Aussie Culture 101, step into the Freemantle markets on the weekends. It’s a place where locally-grown organic food and indigenous crafts are sold and a venue home- grown artists frequent to display their talent.
STAY
RCI AFFILIATED RESORTS IN PERTH INCLUDE:
Rottnest Lodge (C840)
7 nights from AU$679/ NZ$729
Converted from colonial barracks more than 150 years ago, Rottnest Lodge is now one of the Island’s most lavish stays. The premier lodge hosts an Asian-inspired spa, an on-site Italian eatery, and a vast sky-blue pool among its numerous amenities.
14 APRIL 2016