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Free Holiday Planner for a Dreamy Getaway

Holiday Planner

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Free Holiday Planner for a Dreamy Getaway

Plan Your South West Adventure with Our FREE Holiday Planner

Make organising your trip easy with our comprehensive Holiday Planner, designed to help you plan the perfect getaway to Australia’s South West. This free digital Holiday Planner is packed with helpful tips, inspiration, and practical information so your next holiday is the dreamiest one yet.

Inside the Holiday Planner, you’ll discover detailed insights into the region’s four major areas, Bunbury Geographe, Margaret River Region, Southern Forests & Valleys, and the Great Southern.

You’ll also find recommendations for accommodation, pet-friendly places, wellness experiences, 2026 events, and an introduction to the Aboriginal Six Seasons.

Whether you’re planning a relaxing escape or an adventure-filled holiday, our Holiday Planner makes it easy to create an unforgettable trip.

View and download the Holiday Planner below.

Enter the ‘Your Dream Summer Down South’ Competition for a chance to win

This summer, Australia’s South West invites you to discover ‘Your Dream Summer. Down South’ and share it to win some dreamy prizes.

From 5 January to 28 February 2026, visitors can take part in our eight-week competition, celebrating the region’s sun-soaked adventures, hidden gems, and golden moments. Those who enter also get to see their content live on our homepage

Each week introduces a new themed ‘passport stamp’, encouraging you to explore the South West and capture your own version of the week’s challenge.

Entering is simple: post a photo or video on Instagram that matches the weekly theme, tag @australias_southwest, and use #YourDreamSummerDownSouth. Then the public vote for a winner! There’s plenty of prizes on offer, including Wildlife Park adventures, close encounters with raptors, luxurious stays, and even a helicopter ride for two.

Read the full terms and conditions here.

FLIP THROUGH OUR HOLIDAY PLANNER

Need ideas on what to do in the region?

Check out these great experiences in the South West.

Pemberton Tramway Company

All aboard the Pemberton Tramway Company for a majestic journey to the Cascades

Museum of the Great Southern

Explore the unique natural, social and cultural history of the Great Southern.

Fishbone Wines

Boutique winery in Margaret River with a Japanese inspired restaurant.

GeoVino Wine Store

This boutique wine store is the local go-to for sampling gourmet goodies.

Domaine Naturaliste

A relaxing cellar door to taste award-winning wines and take in vineyard views.

Albany’s Historic Whaling Station

Visit the only complete whaling station tourism attraction in the world.

Looking for a place to stay?

Check out these great accommodation options in the South West.

Albany Holiday Units

Holiday units perfectly positioned to enjoy Albany’s pristine coastline.

Summerstar Riverview Tourist Park

Walking distance to Margaret River townsite, with the forest, river and trails nearby.

RAC Karri Valley Resort

Positioned on the edge of Lake Beedelup in Pemberton, relax and unwind in nature.

RAC Busselton Holiday Park

On 20 acres of peppermint tree parklands, the park offers a quiet location for your holiday.

Cape Executive Holiday Properties

A luxurious collection coastal and rural holiday rentals.

Margarets Beach Resort

Idyllic beachside holiday accommodation in the Margaret River region.

Inspiration

Get inspired for your trip with these suggestions:
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The South West Edge Road Trip

Discover a journey into the heartland of an undisturbed, uncrowded Australia - a road trip that will change you forever.

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Highlights of the South West Road Trip

Journey through the South West on an epic 10 day adventure.

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Welcome to Australia’s South West!

Here you can easily enjoy natural beaches beautiful vineyards, forests, caves and more, all in a single day. More than 23,000km make up the south west corner of Western Australia, with 1000 of those kilometres consisting of awe-inspiring coastline just waiting to be explored.

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