Article by:
Karen Hastings
This string of continental islands are the peaks of drowned hills jutting above the turquoise Coral Sea off the coast of central Queensland. Six national parks protect their fragile ecosystems, and popular things to do while visiting the Whitsunday Islands include sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, and beach basking.
In 2017, Cyclone Debbie devastated some of the island resorts, but many have since reopened even better than before. If you're looking for where to stay in the Whitsundays, you can choose from exclusive boutique resorts, luxury eco-lodges, back-to-nature bungalows, and beachside campsites. You can also stay on the mainland at Airlie Beach, the main launching point for for Whitsunday attractions, and adventures by helicopter, seaplane, ferry, and luxury yacht.
The best time to visit the Great Barrier Reef is the dry season, between May and October, when humidity is low and visibility is better. Find out more about the best places to visit in this tropical paradise with our list of the top attractions in the Whitsunday Islands. Read the full travel article here.
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