A guide for international visitors coming to Australia

Australia, with its diverse landscapes, unique wildlife, and vibrant culture, is a dream destination for travelers from around the world. Of course we are biased! We love enquiries from overseas and an increasingly larger number of our clients are from…

So what’s so special about the Cable Beach Club?

The resort is world famous nowadays along with the beach itself; known for its white sand and clear blue waters. It has won numerous awards, including the Australian Hotels Association Award for Best Resort Accommodation and the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence. The resort is also a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group.

What are (and how much) are Traditional Landowner Fees in the Kimberley?

The Kimberley region in Western Australia is not only a spectacular area; it is culturally significant.The area is also home to many traditional landowners who have a deep connection to the land and its history. About 6 years ago there was a proposal t…

My Pick of the best things to see and do in Darwin

Darwin is much, much bigger and there is a reasonable amount to see and do in Darwin and even more if you use Darwin as a base to explore the Top End.

What flights do I need to book for my Kimberley cruise?

So you have your Kimberley cruise booked and now you are ready to book your flights. Before you do, just check out my thoughts on flights to and from Broome, Darwin and Kununurra.  Let me start by saying that airlines load their inventory about 10…

Why a Kimberley “cruise” is not really a cruise at all

“We’re not really cruise people” I hear this phrase quite frequently when I am speaking to people who want to see the Kimberley coast from the sea. It comes down to perception. Some people hear the word ‘cruise’ and can only conceive of those huge, oce…

My pick of the best things to see and do in Broome

Broome is a wonderful and distinctive place. If you haven’t visited previously then a stay of at least two nights is well worth it.

Can you get sea sickness on a Kimberley cruise?

Are you interested in a Kimberley cruise but worried about sea sickness? I am regularly asked about this issue and I can truly relate. I have taken numerous cruises during my thirty-five year career in the travel industry. This includes four separate journeys along the Kimberley cruise. But I do get sea sick sometimes and I know how debilitating it can be. But don’t let it put you off.

Can you fish on a Kimberley Cruise?

If you want to fish in the Kimberley then you need to be aware that not all vessels offer this as an option. Your vessel will need to have a full Western Australian fishing license and not all of them do. These rules around these licenses are strictly enforced and it is not uncommon for WA fisheries to inspect vessels mid-cruise to ensure compliance.

Do you have to be vaccinated to take a Kimberley cruise?

At this stage none of the Kimberley cruise operators have actually stated that this will be a formal requirement but at the time of writing (19 October 2021) it is clear to see that any kind of travel is going to be difficult for people without the vaccination or a valid exemption.