The Australians Call Them Thongs; Surfers Paradise
Spread majestically through the Coral Sea, the sandy fringes of these 74 islands disappear into beautiful shades of crystal, aqua, blue and indigo ocean. Sheltered by the Great Barrier Reef, there are no crashing waves or deadly undertows, and the waters are particularly perfect for sailing. Of the numerous stunning beaches and secluded bays, Whitehaven Beach stands out for its pure white silica sand. It is undoubtedly the finest beach in the Whitsundays, and many claim, in the world. It's great for a day trip if your budget only allows for one splurge to the islands. Airlie Beach, on the mainland, is the coastal hub and major gateway to the islands. Only seven of the islands have tourist resorts: choose from the basic accommodation at Hook Island to the exclusive luxury of Hayman Island. Most of the Whitsunday Islands are uninhabited, and several offer back-to-nature beach camping and bushwalking. Most organised tours and activities on the Whitsundays are based in Airlie Beach, although many of these same tours can be booked from individual islands. Read more: #ixzz4CzNwQlGm
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Location: Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
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