Hamilton Island

Our first full day on Hamilton Island was spent really getting to know the island and all the experiences there are on offer. We started the day with a hike on one of the many well marked trails located on the island. Keeping in mind that the Australians idea of a moderate hike would pretty much qualify as a challenging hike in the US we chose the Resort Lookout Trail a "moderate" hiking experience.

The trails are extremely well marked and well maintained and there are several to select from. Discovering the island by foot is a great way to experience the hidden coves, vistas and picnic spots throughout the vast native bushland. There are five major trails and they can be combined in several ways to create whatever length of hike you are looking for as well as whatever level of fitness you are comfortable with. The trails lead to spectacular views, hidden private beaches and abundant native bush and wildlife.

Resort Lookout Trail proved to stretch our hiking abilities just enough to know we had a workout. The Lookout itself is the second highest point on the island and drops off to sheer cliff faces, revealing an excellent panoramic view of the main resort area, marina village, airport and surrounding islands

The afternoon was spent poolside and beachside before enjoying another lovely dining experience in the Marina Village at Romano's the Italian restaurant on the island.

Today we are off to spend some time on the water with Fantasea Cruises as we visit Whitehaven Beach consistently voted one of the top 10 beaches in the world.