Whitsunday islands

"The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” 50 of the most breathtaking places to visit before you die.

The Whitsundays - the ultimate paradise and a tropical haven for backpackers, it’s at the top of the list for many and when you visit it’s easy to see why!

Sharing a 5-day itinerary including Airlie Beach & Sailing the Whitsundays. You'll also find tips on how to get here, booking a boat, and so much more!

Blame it on Instagram, but when I saw a pic of Whitsundays Inlet, I knew I had to see it in person. So, I decided to take my third trip to the land Down Under. I based myself in Sydney because I have simply never heard a bad review of Australia’s most cosmopolitan city. I fell in love with Sydney, but more on that later… I flew with GSL Aviation who accommodated me with a discount and a pick-up from Hamilton Island. The six-seater plane was safe enough, but hot as blazes. That’s what I get…

A sailing holiday in Queensland's majestic Whitsundays is the perfect way to explore the region's 74 islands and miles of perfect white sand beaches.

The striking white sands and turquoise waters of the Hill Inlet estuary as it snakes its way deep into the heart of Whitsunday Island, in the Great Barrier Reef. Photo by Matt Munro #whitsundayisland #greatbarrierreef #australia #queensland

From snorkelling or scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef to visiting the breath-taking Whitehaven beach, you can experience it all in the Whitsundays.

We recently had a chance to take a Hamilton Island holiday in the Whitsundays, and it was amazing. This is one of many amazing destinations to put on your Australia bucket list. We were so happy to be there and spend the time with our friends including my girls @elsas_wholesomelife , @teganphil