Australia is a beautiful place to enjoy a worthwhile holiday with family and friends. It is home to over eight thousand islands within its maritime boundaries. Here's a list of the best island holiday destinations in Australia you shouldn't miss.
Whitsunday Islands
Whitsunday Islands are a group of 74 islands with a vast majority of them are nestled within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. The Whitsunday Island in particular is the largest of the Whitsunday group of islands. Due to its vast biodiversity and accessibility from the coast of Queensland, many tourists frequented the islands for the holidays. If you're a fan of scuba diving, a visit to these islands makes a great underwater excursion. Boating and cruising are also a great way to explore the beautiful landscapes of these continental islands. Aside from the clear ocean waters, Whitsunday Islands also feature a great range of accommodation facilities to cater all holidaymakers.
Fraser Island
Listed as a World Heritage Site, Fraser Island boasts beautiful pristine beaches, freshwater lakes, coloured sand cliffs and a rainforest growing on sand dunes. The wallum heaths on the island provide ecological significance, and offer spectacular wildflower displays in spring and summer. Angling, swimming, sight-seeing, four-wheel driving, camping and trekking are popular activities with visitors. There are a variety of accommodation facilities in Fraser Island, from luxurious hotels to budget camping tents.
Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island is a place of beautiful landscapes. Wandering through its 155-kilometre length will take you to the island's nature and beauty. You'll find amazing lime cliffs, beautiful sand dunes, secluded rock pools, lush green forest, wetlands and massive arcs of bone white beach. Sailing, swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking are just a few ways to enjoy the serene blue waters. About one third of the island is covered by National Parks and Conservation areas. In fact, some species of plants and animals have been on the island for tens of thousands of years. If you want to experience a good sample of what Kangaroo Island has on offer, staying in any hotels nestled in the island for about three to four days is highly recommended.
Other holiday destinations worthy of mention include King, Phillip, Moreton, Magnetic and Green Islands. If you don't have the time to travel further from Australia's mainland, a visit to a luxurious resorts or any sophisticated hotel will give you a feel of a majestic island holiday in Australia.
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