Margaret River, Australia

Surf breaks and cellar-door wineries, sunny southern-autumn harvest

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Best time to go: February, March, April and November
Budget: Premium
Good for: Beach, Food, Nature
Don't miss: Surfers Point

Still under the radar: Margaret River hasn't hit the mainstream circuit yet.

Why it made the lists

Western Australia's wine region pairs world-class beaches and surf with wineries, hosting major surf competitions and culinary festivals in 2026.

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