Magnetic Island Is A Good Location When Staying On The Great Barrier Reef

Magnetic Island Is A Good Location When Staying On The Great Barrier Reef

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When Captain Cook sailed past Magnetic Island in 1770, he noted that his compass seemed to malfunction and attributed it to the unnamed island, believing it to contain a mysterious magnetic force. Although his theory has since been proved wrong, the name "Magnetic Island" has stuck ever since.

Magnetic Island does seem to exert a mysterious force, not unlike a magnet. From a distance or on the island itself, it seems to hold you under its spell. It's a force that science can't explain, but you will believe in it when you visit the island yourself.

Yes, the fact that Magnetic Island is on the Great Barrier Reef is part of its attraction, but that's not the whole story. When you see its verdant, hilly slopes just off the shores of Townsville, it looks like you could almost walk or easily swim to it, it is so close. Those with adventurous spirits look at its verdant hills and hidden coves and want to discover them for themselves. Since half of the island is a National Park, the potential for exploration is enormous.

However you wish to explore Magnetic Island, it can be done. On land, you can do it the old fashioned way and go on fantastic bushwalks or you can rent a dirt bike, take a 4WD tour or even rent a Harley Davidson. In the water, take your choice between scuba diving, snorkeling, taking a guided sea kayak tour or, if speed is your thing, jet ski or water ski. For the ultimate in luxury, you can even rent a yacht.

For some reason, when people think of Great Barrier Reef islands, including Magnetic Island, many of them believe that only the super-rich can afford a vacation on them. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, one of the attractions of the island is the numerous budget accommodations and backpackers lodges that are available. As for dining, you can find whatever you want, no matter what your budget is, in any of the island's four main residential districts.

If it's luxury you're after, you can find that, too, on Magnetic Island. Over the years, increasingly upscale resorts and amenities have been added to the island's offerings. You can treat yourself to a massage at a day spa, wine and dine at a fine restaurant or sip champagne on the seashore as the sun sets.

Many visitors remark that what they like best about Magnetic Island is the fact that it feels like you are visiting a community. When you visit this island, you don't feel like you are visiting a Great Barrier Reef island that has been developed solely for tourists. The locals are a special breed. While they love to share their island, they are down-to-earth Australians you can sit down and "have a yarn" with.

With over 300 days of sunshine a year and temperatures that rarely can be described as anything but "balmy", any time of the year is a good time to visit Magnetic Island. It's probably best to book your Magnetic Island accommodation ahead of time, though, since it is a popular Australian getaway destination all year 'round.

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