ATW Whitsundays Information
The Whitsunday Island resorts are one of the top tourist destinations in Australia. Here is a place for a relaxing holiday, a wedding and honeymoon or just a short break. There is so much on offer that it is sometimes difficult to make your choice. Each of the island destinations in the Whitsundays is unique. The region lies off the central Queensland coast and is easy to access from almost anywhere. Major airlines fly in to Mackay, Proserpine and direct into Hamilton Island so getting there is never a problem. The entire region has long been a favorite holiday destination for Australians, especially those from southern states wanting to warm up during the winter months. Whitsunday sailing holidays are also extremely popular as the protected waters of the Whitsunday Passage provide one of the worlds most beautiful and protected cruising grounds imaginable.
Hamilton Island is the largest of the resort islands and has the widest range of accommodation. Qualia resort is the top of the range and it is hard to imagine a more luxurious resort than this. Situated on the northern end of the island, each of the rooms are self contained and separate from the others. Privacy is maintained at an unprecedented level. The Reef View hotel also provides excellent accommodation and is one of the only high rise hotels available on an island resort. The views are absolutely extraordinary. There is also a choice of self catering apartments available on Hammo at all sorts of different levels. For those looking for a quiet stay in luxury surroundings also look at Hayman Island resort and Peppers Palm Bay resort on Long Island. The Family market is looked after by Voyagers Brampton Island resort, Long Island resort on Long Island and South Molle island resort.
The islands of the Whitsundays can also be accessed from the mainland by ferry from Airlie Beach or Shute harbour. Blue ferries run regular services to all of the resorts and Fantasea Cruises which is an affiliated company, runs regular day trips to both the Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach for patrons of most of the resorts. Nearly all the resorts run their own dive programs and it is possible to do your dive certification during your stay. Weddings and honeymoons are major industry in the Whitsundays and nearly all the resorts have specialized facilities including chapels ,wedding cars, catering and the like and they all have wedding coordinators to help you plan and enjoy your nuptials.
