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Dream team on hand
The Whitsundays impresses at every turn — including when you turn to the superstar local wedding community . These world-class coordinators , stylists , florists , photographers , and more have the passion , yes-we-can expertise , and local knowledge to bring your event to life . Assemble your dream team online with the ultimate wedding directory , weddingswhitsundays . com . Their extensive supplier list is your key to the region ’ s best creatives , planners , and venues .
5 Hello , honeymoon !
When you ’ ve found paradise , why would you want to leave ? While some may be happy parking poolside with a cocktail , The Whitsundays offers a wealth of romantic adventures to tempt you off that sun lounger . Here are ten to get you started .
• Share a Champagne picnic on the sugary sands of Whitehaven Beach
• Snorkel the GBR on a day cruise with Explore Group
• Indulge with a massage for two at your resort
• Shop and dine your way around vibrant Airlie Beach
• Tick off a new water sport
• Take a romantic sunset sail around Hamilton Island
• Sleep beneath the waves in Australia ’ s only underwater accommodation , Reefsuites
• Get the VIP treatment in a classic open-top car with Hot Rod Tours
• Drop by a country pub in Proserpine
• Chart your own course on a bareboating ( skipper-yourselves ) sailing adventure
• Enjoy a scenic flight over Heart Reef
Getting here
Located around 1000 kilometres north of Brisbane , The Whitsundays region is easily accessible by air , road , and rail . With daily flights from most Australian cities , you and your guests will be gathering for welcome cocktails in no time .
Fly direct to Whitsunday Coast Airport in Proserpine and then head on to Airlie Beach , gateway to the islands and the region ’ s buzzing waterfront hub . Or fly to the Great Barrier Reef Airport on Hamilton Island to begin your island adventures . Direct flight time is around 1.5 hours from Brisbane , 2.5 hours from Sydney , and just under 3 hours from Melbourne . Alternatively , you can road-trip it from Brisbane ( around 12 hours ) or catch the overnight train that links Brisbane to Cairns .
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