FAQs

Travellers often make the common mistake of not realising the distance between the Whitsundays and major cities around Queensland and the time it takes to get there. Here is a full guide to choosing the best option for reaching the Whitsundays! 

Airlie Beach certainly has a mixed bag of accommodation on offer in the main street itself and surrounding areas.

For those who are driving to the Whitsundays and have booked a day or overnight trip, parking in Airlie Beach is something which needs to be considered. We want you to know where to park in Airlie Beach.

Airlie Beach is located on the coast of Queensland and is south of Bowen and north of Mackay. Airlie Beach is in driving distance from the Proserpine (Whitsunday Coast) Airport and is the main access point to the Whitsunday islands.

When in Airlie Beach you have dive into the aqua waters of the Whitsundays at least once! There are many places and opportunities to swim in the region, either on the mainland of Airlie Beach or while out around the Whitsunday islands and at the outer Great Barrier Reef.

When booking upcoming travel, everyone is always keen to find a deal. There are many websites out there to choose from and it’s hard knowing what’s what and how you can know if you’re getting the best bang for your buck. 

Wondering where to buy alcohol for your Whitsundays boat trip? Well you found the right spot. Here are three choices to buy cheap alcohol in Airlie Beach.

Pick your day, then pick your boat and book your Whitsundays once-in-a-lifetime experience! You want to see the stunning Whitsundays but not sure what boat goes out when? Have a limited time for your Whitsunday adventure? Find the best tour for your available time in our day-by-day departure listing. Choose from an outstanding range of tours that go for 1-night, 2-nights, 3-nights or more. There's a tour to fit every timetable and budget.

Frequently Asked Questions about sailing trips in the Whitsundays.

There is a lot to take in when you're planning your perfect Whitsundays trip, and we've answered some of the most common questions so you can plan accordingly!