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Whitsunday Escape continues to build a strong record of tourism excellence, highlighted by major national and state award wins.
This year, we received GOLD at the Queensland Tourism Awards, adding to a long list of industry recognitions achieved over the past decade, and placing us in the Australian Tourism Awards to be held in March 2026.
We earned GOLD for Unique Accommodation at the Australian Tourism Awards in 2013 and SILVER in 2018, placing us among Australia’s top tourism operators.
These awards reflect the quality of our product and the dedication of our team, who deliver reliable, memorable Whitsunday experiences year after year.
| Australian Tourism Awards | Whitsunday Tourism Awards |
| 2018 Silver Unique Accommodation | 2025 Silver, Bareboating |
| 2013 Gold Unique Accommodation | 2018 Silver, Unique Accommodation |
| 2017 Gold, Unique Accommodation | |
| Queensland Tourism Awards | 2016 Gold, Unique Accommodation |
| 2025 Gold Unique Accommodation | 2015 Winner, Self Contained Accommodation |
| 2021 Bronze Unique Accommodation | 2014 Winner, Unique Accommodation |
| 2018 Gold Unique Accommodation | 2013 Winner, Unique Accommodation |
| 2017 Silver Unique Accommodation | 2012 Winner, Unique Accommodation |
| 2016 Silver Unique Accommodation | 2011 Winner, Unique Accommodation |
| 2014 Bronze Unique Accommodation | 2010 Winner, Unique Accommodation |
| 2013 Gold Unique Accommodation | 2009 Silver Winner |
| 2012 Bronze Winner | 2008 Silver Winner |
| 2011 Bronze Winner | 2006 Silver Winner |
| 2010 Bronze Winner | 2004 Gold Winner |
| 2006 Bronze Winner | |
| 2004 Bronze Winner |
Whitsunday Escape is proud to receive the Tripadvisor Travelers Choice Award for 2025. This award reflects consistent guest satisfaction and strong review performance.
We first received this recognition in 2020 and have earned it every year. Before 2020, the program was known as the Certificate of Excellence, which we held from 2015 onward.
The Travelers Choice program highlights the top 10 percent of businesses on Tripadvisor. Ratings and reviews collected over 12 months determine award status. Winners demonstrate reliable service quality and positive guest experiences.
This ongoing recognition shows our commitment to delivering trusted, memorable Whitsunday holidays.
Whitsunday Escape is proud to be recognised as a Best of Queensland Experience again in 2025. This continued achievement reflects strong guest satisfaction and consistent delivery of high quality boating holidays.
We first received this recognition in 2019 when the program launched and have maintained the status every year.
The Best of Queensland Experiences Program evaluates tourism operators using independent criteria built on verified customer reviews and industry standards. The program highlights businesses that deliver reliable service quality and experiences that reflect Queensland’s identity.
This recognition reinforces our commitment to exceptional guest experiences in the Whitsundays.
