Set amidst white sands that glisten in the sun, sunsets that radiate pure gold and a laidback old world charm of life going on at its own unhurried pace, Cable Beach offers a one of a kind escape in Broome, Western Australia. Quite different from the often packed beaches of Melbourne and Sydney, this stretch of shore runs for around 22 kms, providing plenty of spots in which to enjoy coastal seclusion be it by yourself, the entire family or just with that special person who completes you.
There is much to discover here and ideally look to stay at a Cable Beach resort Broome has to offer close to the seashore itself. Oaks Cable Beach Sanctuary is one such property to consider and accommodation options like this one give you the chance to begin and end your day by this enchanting beach, set against a backdrop of azure waters and cliffs with distinct shades of red ochre.
A perfect spot for a family picnic or for just working on that amazing holiday tan, Cable Beach has also become the place to experience something quite unique and it is something you may associate with holidays to Egypt; camel rides! This has become quite a popular thing to do here be it early in the morning or during sunset. Adding to the allure of this coastal hideaway is the natural phenomenon referred to as “Staircase to the Moon”. From March and right up to October, you can witness this sight where during low tide at Roebuck Bay, an optical illusion is created where it seems that there is a staircase reaching out to the moon.
As part of your exploration of Cable Beach, don’t forget to head to Gantheaume Point especially if you or the kids love dinosaurs. At low tide, the receding waters reveal something that dates back to around 130-million-years ago; footprints of dinosaurs!
Roland Lefevre is a travel writer who specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe. Google+
