2018 Hamilton Island Race Week

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2018 Hamilton Island Race Week

If you’ve never visited Hamilton Island during Race Week, you’re in for a treat. Australia’s largest offshore keelboat regatta is one of the world’s most anticipated international yachting events, and a drawcard for competitors and their crews, sailing enthusiasts, and holidaymakers, all keen to soak up the festival-style atmosphere.

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Where’s The Best Dining On Hamilton Island?

You’re spoilt with choices when dining on Hamilton Island and the fastest way to source the best of them is to ask a local. Here the team from Whitsunday Holidays reveal their foodie faves.

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Hamilton Island Honeymoons

Hamilton Island is a dream honeymoon destination for newlyweds. In the past few decades, the tropical island paradise nestled in the heart of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef has secured a reputation as the ultimate romantic getaway, featuring regularly in bridal magazines, expos, and ‘top ten’ lists around the world.

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Interesting Facts About Hamilton Island

It is the most populated of the 74 majestic Whitsunday Islands, bursting at the seams with things to see and do, but what about the facts - those informative snippets of information that your getaway or holiday may not rely on, but are handy to know?

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Things To Do With Kids On Hamilton Island

Whitsunday Holidays - Hamilton Island’s leading accommodation agents and holiday specialists – have put together a list of ten activities that will appeal to kids of all ages (including the grown-up ones!) Be sure to add them to your list on your next Hamilton island family holiday.

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Top 10 Reasons To Spend Christmas On Hamilton Island

The Top 10 Reasons to Spend Christmas on Hamilton Island. While it was difficult to narrow down with so many fabulous activities and attractions to choose from, we’re sure you’ll agree that Hamilton Island is the ideal location to hang your stocking this Christmas.

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Getting Around, Hamilton Island Style

One of the most relaxing things about Hamilton Island is the absence of cars. But with an area covering five square kilometers, what’s the best way to get around Hamilton Island? In a golf buggy, of course.

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Hamilton Island Golf Hits Full Swing

Hamilton Island Golf hits full swing with the 2017 PGA Professionals Championship Final once again coming to one of the world’s finest golfing destinations, Hamilton Island. Soon golfers, professionals, players and enthusiasts will begin to arrive in their droves and the whole island will swing into gear.

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What's Hamilton Island Like During School Holidays?

During school holidays Hamilton Island is absorbed in laughter, squeals of delight and all-round happiness. There’s a diversity of things to do, ways to eat and play, places to explore.

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Your Ultimate Guide To Sailing The Whitsundays

In this guide, you'll not only get all the info you need for a hassle free, relaxing holiday, we'll also let you in on some hidden secrets of the Whitsunday Islands so you get the most out of your sailing adventure.

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Meet Some Whitsunday Holidays Happy Guests

We’re proud to introduce you to some of our happy Whitsunday Holidays’ guests so you can read what they have to say about their Hamilton Island holiday experience.

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MV Alani - The Ultimate in Luxury Whitsunday Cruising

MV Alani offers the ultimate in luxury and style on board the 82' Sunseeker.  The immaculate motor yacht can tailor your charter to achieve your ultimate desires.  MV Alani offers unique charter from day trips to sunset cruises or live-a-board experience.

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The Biggest Hamilton Island Event Of The Year Sails Into View

Audi Hamilton Island Race Week - It is one of the world’s most anticipated yachting events. Spectators, boating sportspeople and enthusiasts are sailing in from across the globe for an exciting line up of on and offshore events.

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What makes Hamilton Island Australia’s Best Island Family Holiday destination?

Islands and families go together like peaches and cream. Australian islands are some of the best in the world. However, for unique experiences, sheer number of choices in family accommodation and family activities, safety and close proximity, Hamilton Island has it all.

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Our Favourite Things To Do On Hamilton Island

There are so many things to do on Hamilton Island that picking the right ones for the time you are here and your interests - while pleasant for those who like to do their research - can be time consuming. So we got our crew at Whitsunday Holidays to reveal their favourite things to do on Hamilton Island, with and without kids. These guys know Hamilton Island from back to front.

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Hamilton Island Recovery. Same As It Ever Was In All The Ways That Count!

Right about now, as the southern states contemplate a shift into a single digit winter, Hamilton Island is coming into its own. And this year really isn’t much different thanks to the incredible response of island staff who pulled together immediately after Cyclone Debbie, the clean up began in earnest straight away.

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An Insider’s Guide to Bareboat Charter in the Whitsunday Islands

A bareboat charter in the Whitsunday Islands is the ultimate escape. It’s a road trip on water; the perfect way to cast off the nine to five routine and immerse yourself in paradise. For the uninitiated, a bareboat charter simply means hiring a vessel and sailing it yourself. The freedom that comes with setting your own itinerary and pace makes bareboating one of the most idyllic ways to explore the 74 islands that make up the Whitsundays.

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Active Women's Weekend on Hamilton Island

The weekend is set to be filled with inspiration, offering a variety of free events promoting women’s health and fitness, and giving you the opportunity to meet with other like-minded women, including influential sportswomen. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy an active escape on Hamilton Island! Friday 12 to Monday 15 May. 

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Hamilton Island Re-opening update

Following a concerted clean-up effort, Hamilton Island is looking forward to welcoming guests back to the Island on April 8th. Glen Bourke, Hamilton Island CEO says "During the tenure of their ownership, the Oatley Family has invested over $600 million into building new infrastructure, improved resorts and world-class facilities for Hamilton Island. It is my intention to continue on with the Oatley Family’s vision for Hamilton Island and return to business as usual as quickly and efficiently as possible, in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Debbie".

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7 Reasons Hamilton Island Should Be Your Next Destination

Sun-drenched days that stretch into postcard worthy sunsets. A laid back lifestyle where dressing for drinks is optional. Luxurious accommodation that transports you to seventh heaven. Need more reasons to visit Hamilton Island? Read on..

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