Albany

Although you need a car to access this incredible Western Australian gem, it's one of the few places that are in reasonable-enough distance from Perth (4.5 hours – in WA speak, that's practically 20 minutes) to justify as an epic holiday destination. Places to rest your head are aplenty, and they're cheap. From a caravan park for $18 to a hotel room for around $90, you're on track for a good deal. Once you're there, the budget-friendly fun is off the charts. From exploring the most beautiful beaches you've seen in your life to discovering wild history, traversing ancient rock formations and whale watching, the free wonders of Albany go on and on and on.