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June 1st is World Reef Awareness Day, and in light of this, we thought we’ve put together some of the most interesting facts about the Great Barrier Reef that you may not know. We’ve got so many facts about the Reef to get through, so this is going to be a two part-er. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world’s most famous natural attractions, and most certainly Australia’s most popular tourist attraction. It is located off the coast of Queensland, in the North-East region of Australia. Here on Fitzroy Island, we’re lucky enough to be in the very

If you’re not really into swimming or water sports, then you probably haven’t even considered a tropical island as a holiday destination for you. While there is certainly a lot of focus on the fun and frivolity of the beach and the water on a tropical island, on the right island, there are plenty of other activities and experiences to be had – and Fitzroy Island is definitely one of those islands! The fun to be had on the land is just as great on Fitzroy Island, and today, we’re going to tell you about some of the incredible on-land

It’s no secret that planning a wedding takes time, patience, and a lot of organisation skills. There are lots of things to think about – the guestlist, when to have it, the dress, the cake, the bridal party, and groomsmen, and of course, the location. That’s one burden we can take off your plate if you’re trying to plan the romantic wedding of your dreams, because we know an ideal, tropical paradise that is just perfect for your wedding, and it’s right here on Fitzroy Island. Not only is Fitzroy Island an ideal place for your wedding, but our wedding

When it comes to finding a holiday destination that is family friendly – it’s not always easy. Many places welcome families with open arms, but in reality, there isn’t much to do that is truly family friendly. A family friendly destination needs to be safe, inviting, and above all, a whole lot of fun. Which, we’re glad we can say, here at Fitzroy Island, that’s exactly what we are. Our gorgeous tropical island is the ideal family holiday destination in Australia, and here’s why. 1.       It’s so easy to get to When travelling with the family, you don’t want to

Fitzroy Island Resort is in the midst of a million dollar makeover in preparation for an anticipated boom as confidence returns to the interstate and international travel sectors. Three generations of the owners – Doug Gamble, his daughter Tanya, and her son Jason Foy – have played a role in the family’s plans to modernise the Australian-owned resort and its day facilities. Fitzroy Island Resort General Manager Sheena Matthews said strong demand from Queensland holidaymakers over the past two years had strengthened the owners’ belief that it was time to invest in the Great Barrier Reef resort. “A $500,000 remodelling