Travel to Broome: The Pearl in the Wilderness

Broome situated in the extreme north ofOnce arriving at Broome International Airport, you
Western Australia is a fast growing city. The mixwill find transport available to most of the
of frontier town, architecture, history and seasidesurrounding towns and cities
resort, makes Broome a perfect place to hostBroom itself doesn't offer a great deal of public
visitors. The architectural styles and unusualtransport but there is an hourly bus to Cable
history makes it a great place to explore, withBeach. Due to the flat land, cycling is a good way
the addition of a tropical climate and fantasticto get around the city. Cycle for rent are easy to
beach there is something for everyone.pick up.
Broome Weather
Shoppers can enjoy the chic art galleries, streetThere are 2 main seasons in Broome - the wet
cafes and jewel stores. Pearls are an importantand dry season, the same as most tropical
part of Brooms history. Many years travelersdestinations. Dry season is from May to
have come from far to enjoy the thriving pearlNovember. The wet season the temperatures
industry. The Japanese in particular settled herecan be 35C making it humid. Even through the
and today have influence on the city. Today yourainy season the heavy downpours are sporadic.
can see the pearl luggers at work if you take aBroome Accommodation: Budget to Luxury
stroll to the wharf and bays. The jewellery shopsThe internet can offer some of the best
are predominantly featuring the local beauties, alsoinformation on the cost, range and location of
take a visit to the bustling China town.Broome hotels.
You haven't visited Broome unless you have beenBroome Local Events
to Cable Beach. This is the big attraction for many- The big event in Broome is the 'Staircase to the
people to the city and its not surprising. There areMoon'. During low tide the full moon reflects off
14 miles of the pristine sands with a tropicalthe mudflats at Roebuck Bay, appearing as
influence of the Indian Ocean. The beach is alsothough a staircase is reaching for the moon. This
enjoyed by many nudists. Swimming is goodspectacle takes place during March to October.
except for rainy season when the marine stingers- A festival originating in the 1970's by the
are around between November and April.Japanese called Shinju Matsuri, celebrates the
Another good spot, especially for bird lovers isimportance of the Broome pearl industry. The
Roebuck Bay on the east of town. Ornithologistscarnival includes street parades and a ball and
enjoy watching the shorebirds during summer atother cultural activities which are great for the
Roebuck Bay as they pass through on theirvisitor to enjoy.
annual migration from north Asia.- During August enjoy Opera Under The Stars in
Broome Transport: get there and aroundKimberly and Broome.