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WHITSUNDAY
ISLANDS AND SOUTHERN GREAT BARRIER REEF ACCOMMODATION / Queensland
Heron Island Club Croc Hotel Airlie Beach
Heron Island is a true coral cay situated right on the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef . A nature lover ’ s haven , Heron is renowned for its abundance of bird life , the delightful green and loggerhead turtles and endless gardens of coral right off the beach . Activities include guided island and reef walks , semi-submersible cruises , the Aqua Soul Spa and the Junior Rangers Program for kids 7-12 years . Famous for its scuba diving and snorkelling , Heron is ribboned by sugar white sands and crystal-clear waters with resplendently coloured marine life .
Club Croc Hotel Airlie Beach is ideal for families , couples or groups looking for affordable accommodation in the Whitsundays . A range of spacious rooms all feature a balcony to relax on , and most have ceiling fans as well as airconditioning to ensure your comfort . Enjoy a game of tennis , a cool swim , a laze in the heated spa or sunbathe by the pool complete with a sparkling waterfall . Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas . Drift Airlie Beach offers a relaxed tropical vibe and beach pool , offering poolside cocktails and mouth-watering meals .
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Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
Lady Elliot Island is a true coral cay located on the southern tip of Australia ' s iconic Great Barrier Reef , 80 kilometres northeast of Bundaberg , just north of Fraser Island . The island is situated within a highly protected ’ Green Zone ’ of the Marine National Park and is a sanctuary for over 1,200 species of marine life . Lady Elliot is regarded as one of the best snorkelling and diving locations on the Great Barrier Reef and is renowned for its healthy coral reef and abundance of turtles , manta rays , reef sharks and the entire cast of ‘ Finding Nemo ’.
There is a small , unpretentious Eco Resort on Lady Elliot Island which strives to provide guests with a genuine ecotourism experience .
Guests can enjoy a day trip or stay for a few days to explore this incredible marine ecosystem . Scenic flights to Lady Elliot Island depart daily from Hervey Bay / Fraser Coast , Bundaberg , Brisbane ( Redcliffe ) and the Gold Coast .
BreakFree Long Island Resort price guide : $$$$$
Looking for a laid back , casual atmosphere with beautiful natural surrounds ? Then look no further ! BreakFree Long Island Resort is the Whitsunday ' s natural island resort . Hammocks swinging under palm trees , golden sandy beaches , gentle waves lapping the shore and over 20 kilometres of bushwalking through tropical rainforest . The resort offers a wide range of free activities including two pools , mini golf , tennis and basketball courts , fish and bird feeding presentations and nightly entertainment . You can hire snorkelling equipment and explore the fringing reef or go on a kayak tour .
There ' s also a massage and day spa , swim-up bar to enjoy cocktails by the pool , a restaurant , café and gift shop , and it is the only island that offers a free kids club . Guests can choose between Garden View and Beachfront rooms . price guide : $$
ANDERSON VACATIONS From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’.