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Hamilton Island: Way Better Than Kangaroos

July 14, 2008 at 12:30 PM | 1 Comment

Although V Australia still hasn't started service from the United States, it's never too early to start planning what to do when you finally arrive Down Under. In fact, you can continue the full Richard Branson experience by using Virgin Blue to fly to Hamilton Island from cities across the nation. The island destination is the largest inhabited island of the Whitsunday Islands off the eastern coast of Queensland.

Visitors can also get there by ferry. Upon arrival there's no need to swing by the car rental counter and decline the damage waiver, since mainland vehicles aren't allowed on the island. Golf carts, or buggies, are going to be your best bet.

Scuba Diving is one of the island's most popular tourist activities, especially with the Great Barrier Reef nearby. H20 Sportz offers many different diving courses ranging from just a few days to up to a couple weeks.

For those who enjoy staying above the water there are plenty of opportunities for sailing for both novices and experts alike. There are also plenty of fishing boats, like those at Renegade Charters, that head out in search of huge sailfish and marlin. Half-day adventures start at A$160 per person if you're looking to share a vessel with other anglers. If you want the boat all to yourself it's obviously going to cost you a little more.

Finally, there are plenty of options for those looking to just relax. Besides offering five-star accommodations and beautiful beaches there are photography and art classes. Photography workshops include time in the studio and field as well as practice with both digital and traditional formats. And with the exchange rate sitting at about one to one with the US dollar, you can still make it a somewhat affordable holiday.

Related Stories:
· Hamilton Island Tourism [Official Site]
· Renegade Charters [Official Site]
· H20 Sportz [Official Site]
· Australian Travel coverage [Jaunted]

[Photo: AC21]

Where: Hamilton Island, Queensland, Australia

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  1. adventurechick

    Jaunted Member
    August 7, 2008 at 11:21 PM




    Hamilton Island

    One of the most beautiful places on earth (although I might be a bit biased because I was there with the love of my life). The water sports are definitely the way to go, and I would recommend  the sailing trip that I took:
    http://www.godo.com.au/activity/PRSL103/?categoryID=0&subcategoryId=0&region_id=1034&sta te_id=5
    It was a pretty amazing adventure.

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