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Airlie Beach & Whitsunday Islands Accommodation
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Queensland Great Barrier ReefA Barrier Reef vacation is a once in a lifetime event for the majority of people, therefore it is important to make sure that the trip is correctly planned. A "holiday of a lifetime" for experienced divers will almost certainly involve the outer reef. For others, the island resorts and fringing reefs may provide exactly the holiday they want. If your Barrier Reef accommodation is booked at a mainland address, there may be reef transfer costs. However a mainland address may be perfect for the visitor who wants to combine the reef with mainland activities and attractions. These simple examples illustrate different factors that need to be taken into account when planning the trip and any associated barrier Reef tours. If in doubt, ask whatever questions are necessary of your booking agent to ensure that your expectations are going to be met. Many people have a perception that the reef is the same all over. It is not, and "inner reef" and "outer reef" are just two of the many terms used to describe different types of reef conditions. The inner reef is closest to the mainland and contains many of the islands on which the Great Barrier Reef holiday resorts are located. These islands often have a nearby or surrounding fringe reef and their own particular marine environment. This differs from the environment of the outer reef with its appeal to experienced Barrier Reef scuba divers. |
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Each environment has its own attractions and any visit to the Barrier Reef will be a memorable experience, made all the more so when you focus your holiday and tours on that part of the reef that will match your expectations.
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Most resorts offer shuttle services between the resort and the nearest mainland town. Resort activities vary according to the locale and style of each resort. Typical activities are swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving, coral viewing, reef walking, sailing, yacht charter, jet skiing, parasailing, sailboarding, kayaking, catamarans, canoes, big game fishing and whale watching. Learn to dive classes are available in most major centres and resorts.
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