The Whitsunday is a magical place to holiday at, with so many islands to choose from, all offering something new and exciting to entertain the young and the young at heart, it is guaranteed that your holiday to the Whitsundays in Queensland will be a memorable one.
With year round sunny weather, with just the brief shower here and there, the Whitsunday region experiences weather that you could only dream of. Clear blue skies, crystal blue waters and cool sea breezes makes for a great holiday in the sun. The average temperature is around 27 degrees and drops to a comfortable 20 degrees of a night time, making your nightly entertainment that much more enjoyable.
With so many islands to choose from, how would you ever decide on just one to stay at? There are many packages that can be arranged if you would like to experience a couple or a few of these magnificent islands for your getaway, so you can really live the island life! Take your pick from Hamilton Island, Hayman Island, Brampton Island, Daydream Island, South Molle Island and Long Island.
Hamilton Island is probably the best place for the whole family to come and visit as there are so many attractions and activities to keep you and the little ones occupied for hours on end. Activities include the wire flyer, kids club, gymnasium, tennis, all kinds of water sports, fishing, boating, cruises, diving, snorkelling, hiking and golf. There are a range of accommodation styles to suit everyone taste and budget on Hamilton Island from hotel rooms right through to your luxury and fully equipped homes with views of the Coral Sea and beyond.
Brampton Island is known as the luxury island where you can experience exclusivity at its very best! With few rooms than the other Whitsunday Island resorts, and no day trippers allowed to the island you are sure to find that perfect, secluded place to unwind and relax. Brampton has an array of activities to keep your day jam packed for of fun things to do, or you can simply treat yourself by lazing by the pool or receive a pampering massage at the day spa. Other activities include, water sports, hiking, golf, tennis and boating cruises. There is also nightly entertainment for all the guests on Brampton island for you to rock away the night. It is the perfect island escape for groups, couples and families looking for a holiday to remember.
Daydream Island has been made a very affordable island for everyone to enjoy but still does not skimp on quality and attractions. There is a variety of accommodation styles, from garden hotel rooms right through to beachfront ocean view rooms so you can sit on you patio and admire the views across the Coral Sea. With so many things to keep you busy on Daydream Island, including Catamarans, Pool Volleyball, Kayaks , Educational Marine Talks/Fish Feeding, Gymnasium, Rainforest Walk, Giant Chess, Coconut Bowls, Aqua Aerobics, Tennis (day & night), Make-up Workshops, Live Musical Entertainment Daily, Beach Volleyball, Scavenger Hunt, Board Games, Open Air Cinema, Cooking Demonstrations, Shark, Stingray and Barramundi Feeding, Daily Rejuvenation Spa Tour, Bocce, Daily Activities Program and Waterpollo.
To experience the Great Barrier Reef and to indulge in a large range of activities, available for all ages, South Molle Island is the ideal destination to choose.
Long Island is home to two of the most beautiful island resorts, Peppers Palm Bay Resort and Club Crocodile Long Island Resort. Peppers Palm Bay Resort is for anyone looking to completely hide away from the world in a tropical paradise, and forget about everyday stresses. With no televisions and no phone in any of the rooms you can completely relax and unwind as you watch the magical sun set of the Coral Sea. You can sit on your balcony in your private hammock and sip a cocktail and watch the days go by, or you can partake in a range of water and land activities if you are looking for something to occupy your time. Peppers Palm Bay has just 21 secluded bungalows to choose from, so you will find that you feel like you are the only ones on the island most of the time, until it comes time for dinner when you all come together for a feast for the eyes and a taste tingling meal for your tastebuds. Club Crocodile Long Island Resort is another fantastic place to bring the whole crew for a holiday with everything. Offering fantastic accommodation ranging in styles and cost, as well as activities for the young and the young at heart you will be hard pressed to fit everything into just one holiday visit! The dining at Club Crocodile is second to none with a number of options available from casual dining through to fine dining alfresco style. You will be happy that you made the choice to holiday at Club Crocodile Long Island and the kids will too!
When you are staying in the Whitsundays, not only can you enjoy all of the attractions and activities that are on the islands but you can also set sail for the world famous Great Barrier Reef to do some diving or snorkelling. Or you can jump on board an array of cruising vessels to sail around the calm waters of the Whitsundays or venture on up to Reefworld, where you can enjoy snorkelling and diving in completely protected surrounds, a buffet lunch, completely shaded 360 degree platforms, kids club and so much more. And if you like it so much you can choose to stay overnight an experience the reef at night time as it comes alive!
There is never a dull moment when you are enjoying your holiday in the Whitsundays, it is the perfect holiday experience for the whole family, with protected azure waters, calm seas, prime diving conditions, luxury accommodation, fine dining at its very best and activities as long as your arm, you will never want to leave this incredible place.