Couran Point Island Beach Resort, Gold Coast MC

Advantages: Very exotic
Disadvantages: expensive

...If there is paradise on this earth, then it isn't very difficult to find it. If you have seen Hamilton Islands you've seen it all . This privately owned island resort is built around the most beautiful beaches of australia thriving on the coast near the great barrier reef. One would find the clearest of water in the beaches. The water sports offered in this island are one the best in the world. The island is not exploited and still restores the natural aspects of the beach and the surroundings. Cars are not allowed, instead buggies are the only mode of transport. To have a peaceful and wonderful holiday, Hamilton islands is just the place to be in.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Amazing - beautiful, relaxed, lots to see and experience
Disadvantages: None

...I was torn between including Fraser Island or the Whitsundays in my itinerary as time wouldn't allow both, and since I hate fish and therefore don't dive or snorkel, I went with Fraser as there's more to see and do there than fraternise with my aquatic enemies. Fraser is the largest sand island in the world, about 85 miles long by 25 miles wide, and is a UNSECO World Heritage Listed site. Transport is by 4WDs, either self driven or with a guide, and these range in size from personal ones to huge monstrosities, the Australian cousin of Monster trucks, which are essentially coaches on big wheels, holding up to 50 people each. My trip was somewhere in between - I was on a tour and we travelled in groups of 12 - meaning I was in a small vehicle and could experience and savour every bump. We stayed at the Eurong beach resort on the island... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average very helpful

Advantages: gorgeous beaches, clear seas, great weather
Disadvantages: beach sellers

....5 anywhere in the island. They are very frequent and are not too overcrowded. Bridgetown, the islands capital is a must see, with lots of bargains to be had, particularly duty free. There is a harbour in the capital and during the evening there are a variety of bars and clubs. The capital also offers many local markets whereby you can take advantage of the gorgeous fresh fruit locals sell. The East Coast of the island is less commercialised and really is a must see. The coastal resort of Batheshaba is a surfers paradise and the rocky beaches offer contrast to the sandy beaches of the west and south coast. Overall, I would fully recommend Barbados. There is lots to do, and, if you make an effort to leave your resort the island is very varied and caters well for many people of all age ranges.... Read review

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