ISLAND ESCAPADES Head to the Whitsundays and explore the best island life Queensland has to offer
hen there are 74 islands to explore, why visit just one? Island-hop the Whitsundays and discover why this sublime destination delivers its promise as the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. How to get around When planning to visit an island wonderland, it makes sense that you’ll need a boat to get around. If you’re comfortable wearing a captain’s hat, choose to charter your own adventure with Go Bareboating. Unlike anywhere else in the world, you won’t need a licence to skipper your own adventure. Insurance paperwork and a half-day training session is all that stands between you and the perfect sailing holiday. For those more comfortable in the passenger seat, Cruise Whitsundays can also take care of your transfers with daily services between Shute Harbour, Hamilton Island Marina and Daydream Island, along with the airports too. Of course, if you’ve come to the Whitsundays wanting the A-list treatment, Great Barrier Reef helicopters can give your island adventure wings. Island hit-list Our six picks on where to go and what to do on your island getaway. 18 INSPIRING VACATIONS MAGAZINE | MAY/ JUNE 2021
