What islands can you stay on in the Whitsundays?

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1. What islands can you stay on in the Whitsundays?
2. Where are the Whitsundays Islands?
3. Are Whitsundays expensive?
4. How do you get to Whitsunday Islands?
5. Can you stay on the Whitsundays island?
6. Can you stay on the Whitsundays?
7. What is the best time of year to visit the Whitsundays?
8. What is the best island to stay on in the Whitsundays?
9. Which Whitsunday Island is cheapest?
10. What is better Whitsundays or Hamilton Island?
11. What airport do you fly into for Whitsundays?
12. Is January a good time to visit Whitsundays?
13. Is it safe to swim in Airlie Beach?

What islands can you stay on in the Whitsundays?

Where to stay. The Whitsundays has the very best in tropical island resorts; here, you'll find Hamilton Island, InterContinental Hayman Island Resort, Daydream Island Resort & Living Reef, Elysian Retreat, and Palm Bay Resort, both on Long Island and Camp Island Lodge.

Where are the Whitsundays Islands?

Queensland coast The Whitsundays is an archipelago of 74 tropical islands located just 55 kilometres (34 miles) off the Queensland coast, next to the Great Barrier Reef.

Are Whitsundays expensive?

A vacation to Whitsundays for one week usually costs around AU$1,137 for one person. So, a trip to Whitsundays for two people costs around AU$2,275 for one week. A trip for two weeks for two people costs AU$4,550 in Whitsundays.

How do you get to Whitsunday Islands?

The most convenient way to travel to the region is a flight to either the Proserpine airport, known as the Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) or the Hamilton Island Airport (HTI) and then ferrying across to the mainland.

Can you stay on the Whitsundays island?

About Whitsunday Islands Only seven of the islands in the group have accommodation options, ranging from camping on Hook Island to exclusive private island resorts. So don't be put off by the photos of perfect beaches and calm seas, the best places to stay in the Whitsunday Islands come in every price bracket.

Can you stay on the Whitsundays?

With only eight of its 74 islands inhabited, staying on a tropical island in the Whitsundays is an enticing prospect. There's one to suit every mood, from the popular Hamilton Island, to the secluded luxury of Hayman Island, it's easy to find paradise.

What is the best time of year to visit the Whitsundays?

September Early spring, specifically the month of September, is considered the best time to visit the Whitsundays. Everything aligns in September thanks to the consistently sunny weather, low humidity, light trade winds and perfect conditions for swimming, snorkelling and diving.

What is the best island to stay on in the Whitsundays?

Hamilton Island The only island in the Whitsundays that is built up with its own airport, grocery store and marina, Hamilton Island is most people's choice for accommodation. It has a lot going for it: several restaurants, a beautiful beach, a couple of hiking trails and the full range of hotels to pick from.

Which Whitsunday Island is cheapest?

Getting to the Whitsundays Region Cheaply Flying: You can fly to the Whitsundays domestically within Australia, landing at either Proserpine or Hamilton Island. Proserpine will be the cheapest destination to fly to because it is situated on the mainland of the Whitsunday Coast.

What is better Whitsundays or Hamilton Island?

If you want a comprehensive array of choice in all aspects of your Whitsundays holiday - from shopping to dining to tours and more - and are happy to pay "island" prices for a slice of luxury, then Hamilton Island is the best all-rounder of any of the islands given its size and development.

What airport do you fly into for Whitsundays?

Hamilton Island Airport Welcome to the Hamilton Island Airport. Hamilton Island Airport is the main air hub for the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. This modern, fully-equipped airport handles direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, operated by Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas. View our flight connection map here.

Is January a good time to visit Whitsundays?

September and October is peak season in the Whitsundays. ... January to March is the 'rainy' season and a great time to secure a bargain holiday! Of course during these months we get some very nice weather. Expect it to be hot and humid with regular showers but very enjoyable on the water, amongst the sea breezes.

Is it safe to swim in Airlie Beach?

The 4,300 square metre Airlie Beach Lagoon pool is patrolled by lifeguards and crocodile-free. It is safe to swim in the lagoon – and free to enter. The Whitsunday Islands are home to some of the most marvellous beaches in Australia.