Jules Fenner

Protect several unhurried days with family before adding sightseeing or a second city.

If rail or bus timing is too close, prebook a car or choose a hotel with a confirmed early transfer.

Check opening hours, size limits and liability before leaving valuables, and leave enough time for collection and the airport transfer.

Check the airport and Transperth journey planners for the current terminal-to-station shuttle route and the last useful connection for your flight time.

Choose a few anchor stops and avoid squeezing every town into the return drive from Geraldton.

Choose a destination by the experience you want: coast, wine region or a slower town stay.

Perth Underground and Perth Station are connected but serve different rail lines; allow time to walk between platforms.

Use Transperth's current planner for the Perth-to-Fremantle route and today's fare method; old prices can mislead.

Map each candidate hotel's walk to dining, transit and the activities you will actually do.

Check current menus, children's options and booking policies before selecting a winery; a scenic venue may not have a suitable meal.

Check rental desk opening and any after-hours fee before assuming collection on arrival is easy.

Use recent menus and opening hours to shortlist places, especially for evening dining or a market day.