West is best, and rain free, making Western Australia the perfect sunny holiday location

A rear-view shot of a caucasian family visiting the beach on a sunny day in Perth, Australia. They are excited about the day ahead.
By Zach Havard


If you spent any time on the east coast of Australia in 2022 you’ve probably experienced your fair share of rain for the next few years, so why not book a holiday to Western Australia and make the most of it’s sun and dream like locations?

The remainder of summer and early autumn on the east coast, particularly in NSW and Victoria, are expected to remain colder and wetter than usual, with flood risks continuing across the eastern seaboard and expected above median rainfall scheduled for 2023.

However, Western Australia is expecting dry conditions and two-thirds (67 per cent) of Australians recently surveyed have indicated they will seek Western Australia’s warmer and drier climate if they were looking to take a holiday over the next weeks.

The findings come from results of a survey of an independent panel of 1001 Australian travellers (895 of which live outside of WA) commissioned by travel insurance provider InsureandGo.

“Unpredictable travel restrictions have challenged Australians for nearly three years, first with the pandemic, then airline disruptions and extreme weather conditions,” CCO, InsureandGo, Jonathan Etkind said.

“Western Australia has seen stable summer conditions throughout this period, positioning itself as an ideal destination for travellers who are desperate for a low-risk break.”

When looking at some of the key rainfall figures, in 2022 Sydney recorded 2451.8mm of rain by November. in the same time frame Perth saw only 650.2mm of rain.

A curious Quokka on Rottnest Island, Western Australia. (iStock – bennymarty)

Sporting some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, including Rottnest Island with its native Quokkas, Margaret River Wineries, and rich Aboriginal culture, Western Australia is also seen as a desirable holiday destination beyond its escape from La Niña.

InsureandGo found that younger travellers are drawn the most to the appeal of Western Australia and its predictable summer weather, with 64 per cent of under-30s indicating they will seek a holiday there to escape the cold, wet weather, compared to 54 per cent of over-50s.

Latest News

  • Aviation

Low-cost Indian carrier SpiceJet continues to burn cash

It’s not just low-cost Australian carriers that are facing hardship. SpiceJet, India’s version of Bonza, recently announced a 72 per cent reduction in its net loss versus last year. But, despite this improvement, the airline has posted losses for six straight years. But it has secured board approval to raise up to INR 30 billion […]

  • Attractions

SAKA Museum recognised in TIME magazine’s World’s Greatest Places 2024

AYANA Resort Bali’s newly-opened cultural and events centre, SAKA Museum has been recognised in TIME magazine’s World’s Greatest Places list for 2024. Part of AYANA Bali’s resort destination, the museum integrates Bali’s rich history with state-of-the-art facilities, making it the centrepiece for the island’s spiritual and cultural heritage. TIME magazine’s inclusion of SAKA Museum in […]

  • Cruise

Silversea taps Barbara Biffi as senior vice president for global sales

Ultra-luxury and expedition cruise travel brand, Silverseas, has announced Barbara Biffi as its new senior vice president of global sales. Biffi joined the company in 2007, holding numerous positions and gaining a deep understanding of the brand, the preferences of its guests and its strategic goals, the company said. An Italian national with a wealth […]

  • Technology
  • Travel Agents

Amadeus welcomes FCM Travel as new reseller partner of Cytric Easy

Cytric Easy, the travel management tool embedded in Microsoft Teams, is to be integrated into FCM Travel portfolio. Amadeus and FCM Travel have extended their Cytric distribution agreement to include Cytric Easy. With this new agreement, global travel management company FCM Travel, becomes a reseller of the innovative travel management collaboration solution embedded into Microsoft […]