While The Whitsundays is a glorious destination year-round, this sunlit escape takes on a special mid-year glow. The brilliant-blue skies are more dazzling than ever and perfect for photos, highlighting the azure waters and emerald islands. The comfortable temperatures and clear days are ideal for those considering an open-air ceremony or alfresco reception. And the endless summer vibe is perfect for you and your guests to enjoy an extended tropical celebration in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef.
WARM & SUNNY WINTER DAYS
Many locals recommend the months of May to August as the best time to marry in The Whitsundays thanks to plentiful winter sunshine, low rainfall and humidity, and balmy days of around 24-26°C. Watch your guests jump at the chance to escape the chill and party in the Queensland tropics. Bonus: If you time your wedding date for the end of autumn, you’ll also enjoy shoulder season rates.
TROPICAL-LUXE SETTINGS
Say yes to a location synonymous with sublime scenery and barefoot luxury. Here are some of our favourite ideas for a wedding and honeymoon in The Whitsundays. Oh, and don’t forget your swimsuit as water temperatures rarely dip below 21°C here, even in the middle of winter!
Island weddings
Nothing says ‘Whitsundays wedding’ quite like a luxury island resort. Our must-see big three include Daydream Island Resort & Living Reef (a serene paradise just 30 minutes from the mainland), the InterContinental Hayman Island Resort (elegantly iconic), and Hamilton Island (home to apartments, holiday homes, and the fabulous qualia resort). All perfect for a wedding weekend.
Whitehaven weddings
The sugar-white sands and turquoise waters of Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island are perfect for a romantic elopement or larger wedding celebration. Base yourselves on neighbouring Hamilton Island and arrive by boat or helicopter for a ceremony, a swim, and a Champagne toast at this world-famous destination.
Airlie Beach weddings
You don’t have to leave the mainland to enjoy the magic of The Whitsundays. Many of the region’s most unique and stunning locations are centred around the holiday hub of Airlie Beach — including exclusive private estate Villa Botanica, luxury marina destination Coral Sea Resort, waterfront charmer Freedom Shores, and Whisper Bay beauty Mirage Whitsundays. The Whitsunday Sailing Club’s Bali Hut Pavilion and Lawn is another must-see for a memorable ceremony.
On-water weddings
The ‘dry season’ is wonderful for the ultimate romantic adventure in The Whitsundays, setting sail! For an on-water wedding, experience classic luxury aboard the Lady Enid, superyacht sophistication with Phoenix One, IMPULSIVE, or Texas T, and catamaran chic with Wings 111 (Wings Sailing Charters Whitsundays). And for the ultimate honeymoon sleepover in The Whitsundays, step aboard the Cruise Whitsundays Reefworld pontoon, home to Australia’s first underwater accommodation, Reefsuites.
WHALES, WONDERS & UNDERWATER ADVENTURES
This is a place to bask in the winter sun and make memories with your favourite people. Picture sunset cocktails, spa and beach days, luxury sailing charters, and kayaking or snorkelling safaris exploring the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. You might even spot a magnificent humpback whale and her baby as they migrate through these fabled waters from June to September. Now that’s a wedding memory.
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