The scenic West Australian Margaret River
region will feature heavily in P&O Cruises 2015
Fremantle program as the line becomes the
first to offer ports-of-call to the destination.
Ships visiting the port will tie up at Geographe
Bay at the historic 1.8km long Busselton jetty –
the longest in the Southern Hemisphere.
Boasting vibrant scenery, the Margaret River
region is located approx 2.5 hours south of
Perth and is famous for its wineries, boutique
breweries and chocolate factories.
P&O Cruises senior vice president Tammy
Marshall said the region will be a major draw
to travellers cruising in the 2015 season.
“Sailing to the region by cruise ship is a
unique way to arrive in total relaxation without
the usual three and a half hour drive there and
back from Perth.”
Margaret River will be offered on two cruises
during the 2015 season, with two sailings to
be scheduled in April and May 2015 departing
from Fremantle aboard Pacific Jewel.
Until then, the line will offer the region as a
shore excursion inclusive of visits to wineries,
breweries and other local highlights.
“Western Australians are going to love
this three-night getaway, but I’m sure many
interstate visitors will also be just as keen to
make sailing to Margaret River a highlight of an
extended holiday in the west,” Marshall added.
Busselton City Council Mayor Ian Stubbs said
he was excited to be able to welcome P&O
Cruises’ passengers to the town.
“Busselton is a well-established tourist
destination rich in history, culture and natural
beauty. Arriving at the iconic Busselton Jetty
against the blue waters of Geographe Bay, few
if any could fail to be impressed,” Stubbs said.
