Tiny Hamilton Island offers Big Australian Adventure

Located in Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island may be just one of 74 land masses that make up the Whitsundays, but because it is the only one with a commercial jet airport, and also one of the most visited.

Travelers are drawn to Hamilton Island for its unique culture and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef. The destination responds in kind by providing a wide range of activities and accommodations to vacationers of all types. From first-class spas and golf courses to a plethora of family adventures, there’s a lot to see and do.

Guests at the Qualia Resort enjoy a champagne arrival, exclusive beach access, fine dining and exquisite spa treatments while families seeking large accommodations and the requisite pool have many hotels and apartments to choose from.

A visit to Hamilton Island wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the reef, which can be reached through many means including via helicopter, private boat tours and the Fantasea cruiser. And everyone can enjoy Australia’s unique native creatures through a visit to one of the island’s most popular attractions. Everything from wallabies to wombats, cockatoos, and koalas are on up-close-and-personal display at the Wildlife Park.