There are destinations that look lovely on social media, and then there are places that genuinely feel special the moment you arrive. Cottesloe belongs in the second category. I’ve come across plenty of beach towns that are nice enough for a quick stop, a few photos, and maybe one overpriced iced latte before moving on. But Cottesloe has a different energy. It feels calm without being sleepy, elegant without being intimidating, and beautiful in a way that doesn’t feel forced. It simply exists, glowing under the Western Australian sun like it knows exactly how attractive it is. What makes Cottesloe so memorable isn’t just the beach itself, though that alone…