The 100 | By the water
CRUISING THE WHITSUNDAYS
Queensland’s Whitsunday Islands are having a moment in the sun (well, are
they ever not?) with the reopening of Hayman Island in July (see Bragging
Rights) and the recent refurbishment of Daydream Island. Which makes us
think of one of the dreamiest ways to explore the 74 islands that make up this
out-of-this-world archipelago...
Cruising the Whitsundays is a classic bucket-list item for many travellers for
good reason, and there are different ways to make it happen: from taking a day
tour to skippering a boat yourself – aka bareboating. For some old-world glamour,
step aboard the Lady Enid, a rare Australian heritage yacht. This luxurious sail
departing the Port of Airlie marina will take in Whitehaven Beach, lauded as one
of the world’s best. If you choose to DIY – and the Whitsundays provide plain
sailing for novices and pros alike – check out gobareboating.com for options.PHOTOGRAPHY: SALTY WINGS 37