Whitsunday Islands
Within view of Australia's northeastern coast, the Whitsunday Islands' 74 islands are the place to go to enjoy water sports like sailing, snorkeling and jet skiing. Tempted by the endless activities on offer, families tend to sway towards Hamilton Island, while the more adventurous may stray for the uninhabited, like Hook Island. The beaches here are second to none. In fact, they’re award-winning; the Whitsundays is home to the iconic Whitehaven Beach, a seven-kilometre stretch of swirling silica sand that has been dubbed the world’s best.
The seaside town of Airlie Beach has long been considered the gateway to the Whitsundays region. Most of the islands have National Park statuses, such as the Molle Group, which has extensive walking tracks offering unsurpassed views over the surrounding islands and distant mainland. The region has a well-defined dry season during winter. Average temperatures range from 10°C to 20°C. The Whitsunday Islands are all about relaxing. Let the calming force of nature take its course and surrender to a gentle sea breeze or for some serious pampering book in at a day spa at one of the islands resorts.
Rankings:
- #9 in Best Places to Visit in Australia and The Pacific
Location: Queensland, Australia
