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  Whitsunday Sailing
Whilst visiting the Whitsunday region, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the Great Barrier Reef Attractions, you can choose to cruise the islands aboard world famous sailing vessels and dive or learn to dive on some of the best locations on the planet.
Whitsunday sailing is an experience of a lifetime and one that you will remember The crystal blue waters protected by 74 islands are a sailors paradise.
The waters of the Great Barrier Reef stretch 2500 kilometres, from Cape York in the north to Bundaberg in the south, there are resorts and deserted islands to explore, and coral cays with calm, clear waters surrounded by coral gardens and brightly coloured marine life, most sailing vessels stop at the major island attractions.
www.whitsundaysailing.com.au   (235 words)

  
 Whitsunday Region - Queensland Holidays   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-04)
The Whitsundays is the heart of the Great Barrier Reef and one of Australia's most desirable holiday destinations.
The Whitsunday Coast takes in the historic town of Prosperine to the west, fabulous golf resort Laguna Quays to the south and the friendly town of Bowen in the north.
Vibrant Airlie Beach lies in the heart of the Whitsundays and is a great base from which to explore the region.
www.queenslandholidays.com /whitsundays/whitsunday_region.cfm   (932 words)

  
 The Whitsundays holidays & booking centre - Whitsunday, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland Australia
The Whitsundays however are unique, exotic and spectacularly beautiful, one of those rare, unforgettable places, just nature at her best.
The sheltered warm waters of the Whitsundays make boating of all kinds irresistible, sail yourself around the calm waters of the Whitsundays or choose a crewed charter and be pampered.
The Whitsunday Coast and Islands are a very special part of Australia.
www.whitsundays.com.au   (214 words)

  
 Walkabout - Whitsunday
No wonder that in 1989 the Whitsunday Tourism Association was proudly boasting that 'the Whitsundays has blossomed into the largest tourism development region in the world with $3 billion being invested here within the next ten years'.
Geologically the Whitsunday Islands are all drowned mountains.
He passed through Whitsunday passage, a narrow channel which lies between the mainland coast, South Molle and Daydream Islands to the west and Dent, Whitsunday, Hook and Hayman Islands to the east, on Sunday 4 June which happened to be Whit Sunday (the seventh Sunday after easter) - hence the name of the area.
www.walkabout.com.au /fairfax/locations/QLDWhitsunday.shtml   (1070 words)

  
 About The Whitsundays - Whitsunday Islands - Airlie Beach - Cairns, North Queensland, Australia
The Whitsundays is about 1125 km north of Brisbane and about 725 km south of Cairns, and the climate is typical of a tropical sub rainforest region.
From April to October, daytime temperatures are 20 to 24 degrees C and vary at night from 14 to 18 degrees.
The islands are remnants of a coastal range which was submerged when sea levels rose at the end of the ice age.
www.airliebeach.com /whitsundays.html   (399 words)

  
 Whitsunday resorts & hotels - holiday accommodation for the Whitsundays
The Whitsundays boasts a diverse range of island resorts and hotels as well as the coastal resort village of Airlie Beach.
Located less than 50 metres from a secluded beach and nestled in a natural amphitheatre surrounded by parklands, Shingley Beach Resort is close enough to Airlie to walk to and far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet at night.
Whitsunday’s Great Barrier Reef islands are ideally suited for honeymooners, families, divers, beachcombers or nature lovers - in fact anyone looking for an idyllic, exotic, sun kissed and pristine holiday destination that is a rare escape from a stressful world.
www.whitsundays.com.au /accommodation.html   (916 words)

  
 Whitsunday Tourism Information
he Whitsundays are situated on the tropical north coast of Queensland, Australia and encompass the Great Barrier Reef and the 74 islands of the Cumberland group that makeup the magnificent Whitsunday Islands.
From the spectacular Laguna Whitsunday Resort in the South to sunny Bowen in the North, the Whitsundays incorporate the mainland towns of Airlie Beach, Cannonvale, Shute Harbour and the historic town of Proserpine along with resorts on Hamilton Island, Hayman, Hook Island, South Molle Island, Long Island, Daydream Island and Lindeman Island.
Showcasing the produce of the Whitsundays’ very talented craftspeople, the Airlie Beach market is a perfect place to take in a fresh tropical fruit drink made from your own selected fruit and blended before your eyes or to barter the price of one of the many hundreds of locally made craft items on offer.
www.tcmedia.com.au /whitsundays.htm   (2989 words)

  
 Whitsundays - Whitsunday Tourism - Whitsundays Accommodation - Whitsundays Island Resort - Australia
Whitsundays Bare Boat Charters: A resort where the rooms have unlimited views; a pool stretching forever and where paradise is a glorious sunset over an immense tropical garden - a completely self-contained fully equipped floating holiday apartment.
Whitsundays Private Crewed Charters: Set the sails, take the helm, become part of the crew, or simply relax and laze in the sun as you cruise from one magnificent island anchorage to another.
Whitsundays Diving: Choose your spectacular diving adventure with one of the experienced diving vessels out of Airlie Beach in the magnificent Whitsundays.
www.whitsundaytourism.com.au   (430 words)

  
 Whitsunday Bareboat sailing charter
Whitsunday Escape is Australian owned and operated by local people who love sailing and have countless years in the industry.
Whitsunday Escape is located at Abel point marina Airlie Beach, within walking distance of accommodation, shops, restaurants and within 5 minutes from a large supermarket.
Whitsunday Escape is a member of the Boating Industry Association (BIA) Tourism Whitsunday (TW), Whitsunday Bareboat Operators Association (WBOA) and affiliated member of the Association of Marine Park Tourism Operators (AMPTO), Member of the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC).
www.whitsundayescape.com /info/whyCruise.htm   (293 words)

  
 Whitsunday Islands - Resort and hotel accommodation in tropical Queensland Australia - AU
Airlie Beach, situated in the heart of the Whitsundays and gateway to the magnificant Whitsunday Islands, is a holiday destination like no other.
At the time of printing a total fee of $9 per full day is recommended by the Whitsunday Charter Boat Industry Association to cover these costs and includes EMC (Environmental Management Charge or Reef Tax) of $4.50 per day, Commercial Activity Permit Fee of $1.30 per day, Administration Fees of $2.90 per day plus GST.
With the recent appearance of some 'questionable' sites representing the Whitsundays, it may be wise to check the credentials of who you are actually dealing with when making your reservations over the net.
www.whitsundays.net.au   (498 words)

  
 Whitsunday Yacht Charter
The Whitsunday Islands are relatively free of Mosquitoes with just the occassional one being reported however Sandflies can be a problem if you are on a couple of selected beaches at sunset.
Other than the dedicated Whitsunday Scuba Diving Vessels most sailing vessels will be able to provide at least 1 dive during your trip.
The Whitsunday Islands offer numerous secure anchorages so even if the weather is up your Captain will be able to find a nice, snug and secure anchorage.
www.whitsunday-yacht-charter.com /whitsunday/questions.php   (635 words)

  
 PFINGSTEN / PENTECOST
Whitsunday (or Pentecost) is one of the principal feasts of the Christian church, celebrated on the 50th day after Easter, to commemorate the descent of the Holy Spirit on the disciples.
The day became one of the three baptismal seasons, and the name Whitsunday is now generally attributed to the white garments formerly worn by the candidates for baptism.
Depending on Easter, Whitsunday falls into late May or early June, and in Germany it is an official two-day (Sunday and Monday) holiday.
www.serve.com /shea/germusa/pfingst.htm   (785 words)

  
 Whitsunday Celebrant - Marriage Celebrant for the Whitsunday's, Airlie Beach - Rosalie Allan
Whitsunday Celebrant - Marriage Celebrant for the Whitsunday's, Airlie Beach - Rosalie Allan
are one of the most beautiful places on earth - perfect for Whitsunday Weddings - as well Airlie Beach offers tranquil and beautiful areas for weddings, ceremonies and functions.
Mob: 0419 762 360 - Ph: 07 4946 5243
www.whitsundaycelebrant.com   (100 words)

  
 Whitsunday Region - Airlie Beach Lifestyle and Things To Do
The Whitsunday region is one of nature’s most remarkable gifts as it has been blessed with the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef along with many tropical islands and golden beaches including the famous Whitehaven Beach, regarded as one of the best beaches in the world.
Those who walk through the National Parks on the Whitsunday Islands will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the turquoise seas and surrounding islands.
It is little wonder that the nightlife in the Whitsundays is so famous with the large variety of venues catering for every taste and budget.
www.queensland-travel-holiday.interwise.com.au /whitsundayrgn.html   (523 words)

  
 Mango - Whitsunday Sailing - Australia
Mango Sailing offers a relaxed trip around the Whitsundays, so you can enjoy all the very best this spectacular region has on offer.
Spend three full days and two nights exploring the spectacular Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park sailing aboard Mango, perfect for sitting back and enjoying the beautiful surroundings without the crowds.
Locations are chosen to maximise enjoyment of the trip, and almost always include areas such as the northern tip of Hook Island, normally offering the very best in snorkelling conditions, and Whitehaven Beach, one of the premier icons of the Whitsundays.
www.seethewhitsundays.com /opp/tours/os/mango   (374 words)

  
 CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Pentecost
Home > Catholic Encyclopedia > W > Pentecost (Whitsunday)
A feast of the universal Church which commemorates the Descent of the Holy Ghost upon the Apostles, fifty days after the Resurrection of Christ, on the ancient Jewish festival called the "feast of weeks" or Pentecost (Exodus 34:22; Deuteronomy 16:10).
Whitsunday is so called from the white garments which were worn by those who were baptised during the vigil; Pentecost ("Pfingsten" in
www.newadvent.org /cathen/15614b.htm   (604 words)

  
 Whitsunday Islands, Resorts and Sailing
Air Whitsundays - Seaplane flights of the Great Barrier Reef
The Whitsunday region is one of nature’s most remarkable gifts.
It allows easy access to the Great Barrier Reef along with many tropical islands and golden beaches including the famous Whitehaven Beach, regarded as one of the best beaches in the world.
www.ozhorizons.com.au /qld/whit/whit.htm   (826 words)

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