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LIZARD ISLAND GREAT BARRIER REEF LIZARD ISLAND OOOOO Remote and ruggedly beautiful, the non- smoking Lizard Island is truly secluded from the rest of the world. Established right on the Great Barrier Reef, it offers 24 powdery white beaches rich with marine life. Accommodations include daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner; select beverages; catamaran and glass- bottom boat trips; motorized dinghies; self-guided island walks and nature trails; tennis; a fitness center; and picnic hampers for beachside lunches. 17 GREEN ISLAND GREAT BARRIER REEF GREEN ISLAND RESORT OOOO An ideal destination for families, Green Island Resort is one of the most ecologically sensitive resorts on the Great Barrier Reef. Situated just 45 minutes offshore from Cairns on Green Island—a small cay of 15 hectares and the only coral cay in the region with a rainforest—it is surrounded by a magnificent reef and one of Australia's premier environmental Heritage Sites. 18 HAYMAN ISLAND GREAT BARRIER REEF ONE&ONLY HAYMAN ISLAND OOOOO Designed to blend in with the natural beauty of its surroundings, Hayman features shady ponds and gentle waterfalls threading their ways through beautiful gardens, spacious walkways, and open-air lanais. Non-smoking accommodations offer elegant resort living in graciously appointed rooms, suites, penthouses, and a beach villa. Enjoy a wonderful array of resort and Great Barrier Reef leisure activities. 19 HAMILTON ISLAND GREAT BARRIER REEF QUALIA OOOOO On the secluded northernmost tip of Hamilton Island, this hotel is set among native eucalyptus trees, and features artwork and interiors inspired by nature. Whether you choose a one-bedroom freestanding pavilion or the privacy of a secluded retreat, the resort offers accommodations to suit your individual taste. Relax at Spa qualia or seek adventure on the Great Barrier Reef— the choice is yours. 20 HAMILTON ISLAND RESORT – BEACH CLUB OOOO ½ Hamilton Island provides the perfect base for the ultimate Great Barrier Reef vacation experience. Along with its beachfront location, this non-smoking, two-story, boutique hotel offers luxuriously appointed rooms in a contemporary design. Guests have access to a wide array of facilities and activities found within the resort. Your stay includes complimentary full breakfast, non-motorized water sports, and more. 21 HAMILTON ISLAND RESORT – PALM BUNGALOWS OOO The non-smoking Palm Bungalows offer delightful, free-standing accommodations situated in a palm- fringed tropical garden setting, each with its own balcony and outdoor furniture. Relax in the natural beauty around you, and enjoy the native flora and fauna that inhabit the island. This is the perfect option for those who want a romantic, affordable island getaway with the added privacy of a bungalow. 22 SOFITEL GOLD COAST BROADBEACH OOOO The Sofitel Gold Coast exudes luxury and sophistication combined with decadent comfort and state-of-the-art technology. Located in prestigious Broadbeach, the center of Surfers Paradise lies in close proximity. All guestrooms and suites feature contemporary furnishings and fittings in warm earthy tones, designed for maximum comfort and style. A range of room styles will accommodate any traveler's needs. 23 VIBE HOTEL GOLD COAST OOO ½ Enjoy the convenience of staying right in the excitement of Surfers Paradise. The Vibe Hotel Gold Coast puts you in the midst of the Gold Coast lifestyle, overlooking the picturesque Nerang River. Perfectly placed to best enjoy Surfers Paradise's beach, world-class shopping, upbeat nightlife, fantastic restaurants, and fun attractions, the Vibe offers memorable Art Deco design in fresh, dynamic, and individual style. 24 Queensland | 23