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Visiting Great Barrier Reef, Australia


The world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef stretches almost 1500 miles into the Pacific from the tip of Queensland. Designated a Marine Park by the Australian government and a World Heritage Area by UNESCO, the reef is home to an extraordinary abundance of species and habitats. Snorkelling, diving and fishing are popular along the reef, nowhere more so than on the Whitsunday Islands, where the silica sands and aqua waters of the Coral Sea create the perfect beach escape.

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Coral Sea Resort

24 Nov 2009

We stayed here for two nights and had a great time. Lovely big room with a fab harbour view. The room was spacious and clean. Staff were helpful. Pool is lovely as is the breakfast. Would recommend to...more

Summit Apartments Airlie Beach

24 Nov 2009

We stayed in a two bedroom apartmen,t which was stunning, very new and modern. The main bedroom was huge with a separate big bath and was at the front of the apartment. The only thing that let the...more

Searene Whitsundays

5 of 5 stars
Norwich UK
23 Nov 2009

We had a glorious 5 day stay at the Serene apartments. The room was very modern with lovely furniture and fixtures. Wide opening patio doors led onto a good sized balcony with the most spectacular...more

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