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Where are the Whitsundays?
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The Whitsunday region, situated in north Queensland, is only a one and a half-hour flight north of Brisbane and located centrally on the magnificent
Great Barrier Reef
. The region encompasses Laguna Quays Resort in the south and Bowen to the north, including Proserpine,
Airlie
Beach
,
Shute
Harbour
and of course the 74 tropical islands the Whitsundays are famous for.
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Which airlines service the Whitsundays?
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www.jetstar.com, www.virginblue.com and www.qantas.com.au
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What is the weather like?
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Situated on the same latitude as Rio de Janeiro and
Tahiti, the Whitsundays enjoys a tropical climate with daily temperatures varying little from month to month. The days are warm year round and evenings are sultry in summer but cooler in the winter, requiring only a light jacket or cardigan.
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What should I pack?
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Come as casual as you like in fact you will probably spend most of your time in your swimsuit soaking up the sun, swimming and snorkelling. If you're planning a night out, smart casual dress is all that's required. Don't forget a hat, sunscreen, sandshoes (they'll probably get wet), and perhaps jeans and a jacket for cooler evenings. If you're planning to sail, hard suitcases are difficult to stow. Bring soft luggage wherever possible.
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Is Heart Reef in the Whitsundays?
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Absolutely
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Can you swim or snorkel at Heart Reef?
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As Heart Reef is naturally formed, you can not swim or snorkel here however we recommend enjoying a scenic flight over Heart Reef either by helicopter or seaplane.
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Will I be able to visit the
Great Barrier Reef
from the Whitsundays?
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Most definitely, the Whitsundays feature the ultimate Great Barrier Reef Experience - under, above and on the reef!
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What are the odds of getting stung by jellyfish or marine stingers?
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Quite unlikely. Of the 8 million users of the Great Barrier Reef/North Queensland region each year, only about 40-50 Irukandji stings occur. And far fewer Box Jellyfish stings occur.
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I've heard in the summer months the Whitsundays has stingers. Can I still swim in the ocean?
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Yes, however we recommend wearing a full length lycra suit which reduces the risk of stings and is great sun protection too.
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Can I study English in the Whitsundays?
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For more information visit http://queensland.collegeofenglish.com.au/
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Where can I find the latest Cruise Ship Schedule into
Airlie
Beach
?
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View the latest Cruise Ship Schedule here
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How do I find work in the Whitsundays?
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for more information visit www.workinthewhitsundays.com
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Where can I see short videos on the Whitsundays?
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http://www.channelwhitsundays.com/
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How do I subscribe to your newsletters?
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To subscribe, send an email to wicmanager@tourismwhitsundays.com.au
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Where do I find out more information about getting married in the Whitsundays?
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http://www.weddingswhitsundays.com/
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Do you have an electronic version of your Holiday Planner?
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Please click here to view an electronic version of our Holiday Planner.
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