Whitsundays Gets Ready For Christmas 2025
Whether you're coming from near or far, the Whitsundays is an incredible spot to celebrate Christmas 2025. In this beautiful little corner of Queensland, we’re blessed with a tropical paradise every day of the year - but it's even more of a treat during the Christmas season.
How would you like to spend Christmas soaking up the sun on some of the purest, whitest sand on earth? What about indulging in a delicious seafood feast for your Christmas lunch? If this sounds like something that might be up your street, Christmas in the Whitsundays is for you!
Christmas in Airlie Beach
Spending Christmas in the Whitsundays is a unique experience, filled to the brim with fun, good food, and fantastic atmosphere. Those who choose to kick back and enjoy the festive season here typically base themselves in Airlie Beach - the closest mainland town to the Whitsunday Islands. Airlie Beach boasts balmy, hot days and warm nights during summer, making it the perfect place to enjoy a tropical Christmas! It's also filled to brim with delightful restaurants, luxurious accommodation, and plenty of day activities to keep you entertained. Other visitors will opts to spend silly season on one of the Whitsundays resort islands like Daydream Island, Hamilton Island, Hayman Island or Long Island.
Whitsunday Christmas tours
In the lead up to Christmas, tours and activities tend to book up quite early. This is a very popular spot to spend the holidays! So, if you're planning to pay the Whitsundays a visit this Christmas, our top piece of advice for an unforgettable experience is to book early - especially if you're travelling with a large family or group of friends in tow!
The most sought-after overnight trips that are bound to sell out quickly include catamarans, trips with private cabins, vessels with low passenger numbers, and private charters. But never fear - regardless of what is sold out, there’s always an adventure to be had on the Whitsundays. Make sure you ask your travel expert about what options are available for you and your gang! Regardless of your tour, you’ll get to enjoy a relaxing and fun adventure, soaking up the beauty of the Whitsundays and Whitehaven Beach.
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Whitsunday accommodation at Christmas
There’s an abundance of accommodation options available in Airlie Beach and the surrounding regions - from hotels to resorts to self-contained apartments, there’s bound to be something perfect for you and your crew. Due to its small size and focus on local life, one of the best ways to stay in Airlie Beach is to stay at a locally owned and operated holiday unit. There’s a multitude to choose from, so start scouting now!
Our team of friendly local travel experts are always on hand to help you book the perfect Whitsundays holiday. Get in touch via live chat now to learn more about your accommodation options.
Watch out for holiday blackout dates
Christmas and New Year's celebrants planning to visit the dreamy Whitsundays should be warned that some tours and accommodation options will have blackout dates around the holidays. This means some trips and stays may not be available around Christmas and New Year's Day as the crew takes a well-earned break. If there's a particular experience that you have but your heart set on, check in with one of our travel experts, who will help be more than happy to help you out. Whether you snag your dream tour or you book an amazing alternative, our travel team will do everything they can to deliver the perfect Whitsundays experience!
