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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.

FLIP THROUGH OUR HOLIDAY PLANNER

Need ideas on what to do in the region?

Check out these great experiences in the South West.

National ANZAC Centre

In 2026, as Albany marks its bicentenary, a visit to the National Anzac Centre offers a powerful opportunity to reflect on the stories that have shaped the region and the nation.

Cape Mentelle

Visit this pioneer winery of the Margaret River wine region.

Museum of the Great Southern

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

Understory Art & Nature Trail

Discover artworks scattered like treasure in the forests of Northcliffe.

Scenic Helicopters

Take a Scenic Helicopter flight for the best way to see WA!

Blue Manna Bistro

An Asian infused menu bursting with freshly caught seafood.

Looking for a place to stay?

Check out these great accommodation options in the South West.

Denmark Scenic Tourist Park

Studio suites high on the Mount Shadforth ridge near Denmark. 

Tanah Marah

A serene haven of rammed earth lakeside chalets in the Margaret River region.

Albany Motel and Apartments

Beautifully renovated motel and holiday apartments in the heart of Albany.

Summerstar Riverview Tourist Park

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

Peaceful Bay Chalets

Chalets in a picturesque bush setting near the beach, close to Valley of the Giants.

Mandalay Holiday Resort and Tourist Park

Beach resort between Busselton and Dunsborough with chalets, glamping and camping.

Inspiration

Get inspired for your trip with these suggestions:
A road winding along next to the ocean

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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