Picture this: you're soaking up the sunshine on

a secluded beach, watching the sun set over a

spectacular desert scape, sipping Western Australian

wine on the banks of Perth's Swan River. It's the

perfect getaway. With this detailed regional guide in

hand set your sights on the very best that Australia's

big and beautiful backyard has to offer.

- Tickle your tastebuds - authoritative tips on tippling

the best wine in the world and insider nous on the

perfect edible accompaniment to each bottle

- Hit the road - get off the beaten track, and right

back on it, with detailed and user-friendly maps and

suggested itineraries covering the whole state

- Rest easy - from a swag under the stars to a luxury

layabout, all the creature comforts are covered

- Meet the locals - rub noses with rock wallabies,

swim with dolphins, keep a polite distance from the

crocodiles