passenger. The Business Suite o� ers the privacy and space typically associated with fi rst class.

There’s a new personal control for your privacy divider between seats; more generous work surfaces and stowage for personal items; and improved controls to recline your seat into bed mode.

Premium Economy has 28 seats in a 2-3-2 formation that push the boundaries of comfort and technology with an innovative design that cradles passengers throughout their journey.

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BROUGHT TO YOU BY TOURISM WESTERN AUSTRALIA AND QANTAS

The city of Perth provides an exciting gateway to Western Australia and beyond, and now Qantas is making it much easier to get there, says Daniel Scott

Embark on a non-stop adventure

The Qantas Dreamliner is one of the most advanced long-haul aircraft of its type and can carry 236 customers . Comfort is at the core of its design so, to provide optimal space for every passenger, there are fewer seats than on most comparable aircraft.

Plus the Dreamliner’s windows are 65 per cent larger than on most other aircraft, allowing passengers to see more of the world . They also feature electronic dimming with fi ve di� erent settings.

The Business cabin features 42 seats in a 1-2-1 arrangement, providing aisle access for every

For more information on Qantas, visit qantas.com; for Western Australia, see westernaustralia.com; and for Trailfi nders, go to trailfi nders.com

Fly Qantas Dreamliner Economy

Spacious Qantas Dreamliner Premium Economy

M A K I N G S H O R TWO R K O F T H EL O N G H AU L

FiveU N I Q U E R E G I O N SO F A D I V E R S E S TAT E

FourI D E A S F O R E X P E R I E N C E ST O R E M E M B E R

All prices are per person, based on twin share and subject to availability.

On Lucky Bay you can share a beach with

only kangaroos

The Kimberley’s giant tides in Talbot Bay produce the world’s

only horizontal waterfalls

You can swim with the world’s biggest fi sh, the 43ft whale shark,

o� the Ningaloo Reef

The best time for wildfl ower displays in the Golden Outback

is September to November

Perth has one of the world’s largest inner-city parks, with

around 1,000 acres to explore

The island of Rottnest near Perth is the primary

home of the quokka

Margaret River has more than 200 wineries and boasts

award-winning restaurants

For more information on Qantas, visit qantas.com; for Western Australia, see westernaustralia.com; and for Trailfi nders, go to trailfi nders.com

PERTH

Adelaide

Melbourne

Darwin

Sydney

Brisbane

Cairns

Canberra

AliceSprings

Broome

PortHedland

Karratha

Learmonth

Geraldton

Paraburdoo

Kalgoorlie

Newman

** All routes are subject to change. For the latest information refer to qantas.com

Auckland

Next March, Qantas will launch the � rst non-stop passenger service from London Heathrow to Australia, covering the

14,498km (9,008 miles) to Perth in Western Australia in about 17 hours on a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.

This groundbreaking service will not only make aviation history but also cuts out the need for time-consuming stops, and makes Perth more accessible as the perfect portal to Western Australia and beyond.

Qantas customers will also bene� t from the new Perth gateway, with a combined domestic and international terminal in one location, plus new Qantas lounges in London and Perth.

The capital of Western Australia is maturing into a top international attraction . Hotels, including the new COMO The Treasury, have added six-star opulence to Perth’s centre, while the boutique Alex Hotel, which opened in 2015 close to the bars in Northbridge, will delight fashionistas

with its modish minimalism. Beyond central Perth, harbourside Fremantle continues to attract visitors to its colonial heritage and bohemian charm. A short ferry ride away, the urban pace drops to a dawdle on Rottnest Island, with its endearing native quokkas – friendly, cat-sized marsupials – and beaches lapped by the Indian Ocean. Inland, Swan Valley’s vineyards beckon wine fans.

Yet Perth is merely the starting point . A three-hour drive south of the city, coastal Margaret River is one of the continent’s most scenic regions, that also produces more than 15 per cent of Australia’s premium wine from only 3 per cent of its grapes, making it a draw for lovers of New World wine.

Extending a road trip inland and further south, at Manjimup gourmands will

2T H E C O R A L C OA S T

This region boasts two Unesco World Heritage Sites: the Ningaloo Reef and

Shark Bay. Ningaloo Reef can be accessed by simply stepping o� the beach. You can swim with friendly whale sharks from Exmouth or Coral

Bay and see wild dolphins at Monkey Mia. Also on the must-do list are admiring the Pinnacles in Nambung National

Park – extraordinary limestone structures formed around

30,000 years ago – and following a wildfl ower

trail in Coalseam Conservation Park.

3T H E G O L D E N O U T B AC K

A region of desert wilderness, gold-rush history and the Southern Ocean coast. See Wave Rock near Hyden or enjoy

Australia’s whitest beach at Lucky Bay, one of a string of idyllic beaches along the coast of Cape Le Grand National Park and

Esperance. Sunbathe on the squeaky clean sand with resident kangaroos.

For the full outdoor experience, take a walk along coastal trails

and stay at picturesque campsites, or take a road

trip along the Great Ocean Drive.

4E X P E R I E N C E P E R T H

Australia’s sunniest state capital, Perth has enjoyed a major transformation that

continues to deliver new hotels, bars and restaurants. The heart of the action

is Elizabeth Quay, an energetic waterfront precinct connecting the city centre and Swan River. There’s

always something happening, from the alfresco cafés of Fremantle and Cottesloe

Beach to the lively bars of the Central

Business District.

5T H E S O U T H W E S T

Here you will enjoy world-class food, beautiful beaches, surfi ng, cave systems,

tall-tree forests, whale-watching, wildfl owers and the famous wine region of Margaret River, which has a climate similar to

Burgundy in France. As one of only 36 biodiversity hotspots on Earth,

this region has thousands of unique plant species. Rolling

vineyards set against a backdrop of ocean and

forest ensures diverse landscape.

love the Tru� e and Wine company, where visitors can watch specially trained Labradors sni� out the delicacy. Further south are up-and-coming wine districts around Pemberton, near the charming village of Denmark, and in the Porongurup mountains behind coastal Albany are producers of some of Australia’s best riesling.

On Denmark’s doorstep is William Bay National Park, which is home to more than 8,000 plant species. Nearby at Albany are amazing

fractured cli� s in Torndirrup National Park. North

of Perth, at the northern tip

of the west coast,

lies

W I N A T R I P O N T H E F I R S T N O N - S T O P F L I G H T T O W E S T E R N AU S T R A L I A

Answer a simple question and enter the prize draw at tgr.ph/twa and you could win two return economy tickets on the inaugural non-stop fl ight from London Heathrow

to Perth on 25 March 2018, returning on 2 April 2018. The prize also includes four nights at the new fi ve-star Crown Towers

Perth; Perth, Fremantle and river cruise day tour; two nights at fi ve-star boutique hotel Cape Lodge, Margaret

River; and three days’ Avis car hire, courtesyof Trailfi nders. The prize draw is open to UK

residents aged 18 and over. See website for full details, and for terms

and conditions.

Exmouth, the tourist hub for the extraordinary Ningaloo Reef, which was added to the Unesco World Heritage List in 2011. The Shark Bay World Heritage Area, also on the west coast, is home to 10,000 dugongs (a species of sea cow) and dolphins on the shores of Monkey Mia.

However, perhaps the jewel (or the pearl) in the state’s crown lies in its far north, where the Kimberley region stretches east. The Kimberley encompasses one of the world’s most spectacularly secluded coastlines and a cruise here provides an unforgettable experience.

Flying non-stop from London Heathrow to Perth with Qantas will open up the vastness of Western Australia and other exciting

destinations in a way you have never experienced before.

1AU S T R A L I A’ S N O R T H W E S T

The North West is one of the world’slast true wilderness areas, with ancient

gorges, remote stretches of coastal beauty plus a rich culture and history. Visit this year and

you will enjoy spectacular waterfalls and lush landscapes after record summer

rainfalls. Not to be missed are a sunset camel ride on Broome’s Cable

Beach and a glass of wine while basking in the glow of a

Kimberley sunset. There are also fascinating Aboriginal

experiences to discover throughout the region.

Highlights: Perth, Broome, Fitzroy Crossing, Purnululu National Park, Bungle Bungle Range, Halls Creek

After exploring Perth, travel by ATV and stay in tented lodges in The Kimberley with its dramatic landscape. Navigate the Gibb River Road, stop at Windjana Gorge National Park and Tunnel Creek en route to Fitzroy Crossing. Explore Purnululu National Park and the Bungle Bungle range .

Visit Echidna Chasm, take a cruise on Geikie Gorge, then head back to Broome for a sunset camel ride.

11 nights from £3,599. Price includes non-stop Qantas fl ights to Perth and domestic fl ights, six nights in three-star hotels and six-day APT Broome to the Bungles escorted tour with transfers, meals and sightseeing. Valid for selected May 2018 departures. For more information, see trailfi nders.com

Highlights: Perth, Mandurah, Margaret River, Pemberton, Albany, Esperance, Kalgoorlie

Spend a couple of nights in Perth, pick up a car and head south to the beachside town of Mandurah, continuing to the Margaret River

Region, the Karri Forest in Pemberton, the maritime town of Albany, the white sands of Esperance and the outback town of Kalgoorlie before returning to Perth.Once back in the city, if you’ve booked domestic Qantas fl ights you can extend your trip across the

Great Southern Land.

14 nights from £2,049, including non-stop Qantas fl ights to Perth, car hire, 14 nights in three- to four-star hotels plus Margaret River Wine Tour. Valid for selected April 2018 departures. For more information, see trailfi nders.com

Highlights: Perth

After touching down in Perth, why not spend a few days exploring the vibrant gateway city? Perhaps book a coach tour that takes in Kings Park, the Botanical Gardens, Cottesloe Beach and historic Fremantle before you cruise back up the Swan River to

Western Australia’s capital. Fully refreshed after your non-stop Qantas fl ight from London, you can then set o� exploring other parts of Western Australia such as Rottnest Island, the Swan Valley and Rockingham, where you can swim with dolphins, or using the Qantas domestic

network to fl y to places such as Cairns or Alice Springs, and cities such as Sydney or Melbourne.

Four nights from £999 per person, including one free night and return non-stop fl ights with Qantas from London Heathrow. Valid for selected April/May 2018 departures.

3South West and

Golden Outback

1 Perth stopover

Highlights: Perth, Cervantes, Kalbarri, Denham, Monkey Mia, Shark Bay, Geraldton. Qantas also o� ers direct fl ights between Perth and Exmouth if you prefer to fl y.

Spend two nights in Perth before setting out on a motorhome trip. These excellent vehicles, combining transport and accommodation, are extremely good value for money. From Perth, head north to the Pinnacles Desert; explore a spectacular

landscape of rivers and gorges en route to Kalbarri; spend two days exploring Monkey Mia and Shark Bay Marine Park; and relax in Geraldton before returning to Perth.

11 nights from £1,089including non-stop Qantas fl ights direct to Perth, two nights ata three-star Perth hotel and 10 days’ motorhome hire. Valid for selected May 2018 departures. For more information, see trailfi nders.com

4 Western wonders

2 Broome to the Bungle Bungles

beginning of an exciting new era for Qantas – the natural evolution of a pioneering spirit that can be traced back to 1920.

Once landed in the gateway city of Perth, you can connect to more than 10 destinations across Australia on the same day or continue to Melbourne on the Dreamliner. There’s also the option to save on domestic Australia fl ights if they’re booked at the same time as international fl ights with multi-city itineraries.

With more than 30 destinations to choose from, you can take advantage of the Qantas domestic network to discover more of the Great Southern Land. Visit Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Melbourne or Sydney, or the natural wonders of Ayers Rock (Uluru), Co� s Harbour, Exmouth, Gold Coast, Lord Howe Island, Sunshine Coast and many more.

Qantas London Heathrow toPerth fl ights are non-stop, scheduled from 25 March 2018 (subject to aircraft and schedule change). Subject to government and regulatory approval.

Ergonomic seat pillows are unique to Qantas Dreamliner Premium Economy, adding extra comfort. An individual night light o� ers subtle illumination and there’s an extra-wide tray table.

The seats in Economy are arranged in a 3-3-3 formation to allow greater aisle access. Each seat uses market-leading technology and design to provide all passengers with optimal comfort and space, with retractable arm rests and a recline option.

The Dreamliner marks the

Fournights from

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including flights and one free

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Adelaide

Melbourne

Darwin

Sydney

Brisbane

Cairns

Canberra

AliceSprings

Broome

PortHedland

Karratha

Learmonth

Geraldton

Paraburdoo

Kalgoorlie

Newman

* All routes are subject to change. For the latest information refer to qantas.com

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