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Broome and the Kimberley in the media

Virginia — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 06:00:52 +0000

If you would like to read more about Broome and cruising the Kimberley coast, have a look below at some of the recent press articles:

Cruise Passenger

The Great Escape recently sponsored the Kimberley cruising feature in the latest edition of Cruise Passenger. See MV Great Escape on the front cover and a selection of images inside issue 37.

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Australien Magazine, Germany

Broome, the Kimberley get a regular mention in the AUSTRALIEN magazine.

Western Australia is a favourite destination for our German friends.

The Last Wilderness

Terry Sweetman travelled on board MV Great Escape in May from Wyndham to Broome.

He was a guest of The Great Escape Charter Company aboard a Kimberley Classic Adventure.

George

The business lifestyle magazine for St. George.

Offers travel ideas for premium business customers.

Australian Traveller

Broome & the Kimberley are regular features in Australian Traveller.

In fact Broome was recently voted 4th in the 100 Best Town Issue.

Havin’ a whale of a time!!

Virginia — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:24:31 +0000

It is that time of year on the Kimberley coast….whale season. At this time of year we are spoilt by sights of whales frolicking, blowing and breaching just off the coast of Broome, the Dampier Penninsula and further along the Kimberley coast. More and more research is being done to recognise the importance of the Kimberley coast in the migratory and breeding behaviour of the whales.

Last week, MV Great Escape’s guest and crew were treated to a special sight of a pod of Pilot whales playing right near the boat.

The Great Escape Kimberley Classic Adventure

Virginia — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 06:21:33 +0000

As the sun started to set over Wyndham, the crew greeted the guests as they arrived with grins from ear to ear, coupled with nervous anticipation for their long-awaited Kimberley Classic Adventure.

The guests oo-ed and arrh-ed as they came on board MV Great Escape and were shown to their cabins. Impressed by the real-time TV, the spacious queen cabins and everyone’s favourite, the foredeck spa. They then settled in to a chilled glass of bubbles as we cruised into the evening.

Throughout the adventure, the waterfalls were running, the pools were crystal clear and the fish were on the bite, and of course the beers were always cold!!

Throughout the 2 weeks the cruise was led by Jezza who has been exploring the coast for many years, so many in fact, we went to a swim hole named after his son!!

It was great to get off the boat each day to do a good walk that allowed us to really experience the rugged Kimberley landscape then be rewarded with a rejuvenating swim at a hidden yet breathtaking waterfall. It felt like we were the only people on earth.

Back on the boat more rewards greeted us when we sat down to the delicious meals, freshly and lovingly prepared by Nick.

There are simply too many amazing moments and memories to recall but a certain highlight was the Mitchell River National Park. Not only the helicopter flight over the Mitchell Falls and surrounding area but also testing my skills against the very elusive Barra and the invogorating swim at the picturesque Surveyors Creek.

It has been a challenge to deal with reality since our return, but the friendships and memories will last forever. Back to my real job…..

Ladies at Kings Cascades

Kimberley Waterfalls No Worries

Chopper Flight Mitchell Falls