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An American traveler who has visited 21 countries and 40 US states has rated a lesser-known Australian gem as her favorite place in the world.
Sarah Knuth, from Nashville, was enthralled when she and her family visited Hayman Island in Queensland’s stunning Whitsunday Islands.
Hayman Island is the northernmost island in the Whitsundays, famous for its pristine beaches, turquoise waters, incredible coral reefs and luxury resorts.
“We’ve been to 40 states and 21 countries and we just found our favorite place,” the mother of three said in a video.
Sarah, along with her husband and three children, has traveled the world visiting top destinations such as Paris, London and New York, but said the humble Australian island tops her list.
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An American traveler who has visited 21 countries and 40 states said Australia’s dreamy Hayman Island is her favorite place in the world.
Sarah Knuth, from Nashville, was enthralled when she and her family visited Hayman Island in the stunning Whitsunday Islands off the coast of Queensland, 200km south of Townsville.
The mother fell in love with Hayman Island’s stunning sunsets, stunning beaches and local wildlife.
Arriving at the island resort after dark, Sarah loved the “welcome team” of dozens of nocturnal rock kangaroos, calling the place “the wildest place” they had ever been.
The family of five also took a helicopter tour of the Great Barrier Reef to see its spectacular natural beauty from above and enjoyed snorkelling to witness the island’s marine life and coral reefs.
Sarah, along with her husband and three children, has traveled the world visiting top destinations such as Paris and New York, but said the humble Australian island tops her list.
The travel and lifestyle blogger shared her dream island experience online leaving viewers in disbelief.
‘Literally what DREAMS are made of! It’s lovely!’ one woman said and another wrote: “I have never had any interest in going to Australia until now.”
‘This just moved to the top of my wish list after following your journey!’ responded a third.
The mother fell in love with Hayman Island’s stunning sunsets, stunning beaches and local wildlife.
To get there, tourists can take a boat or helicopter transfer from the popular Hamilton Island.
‘Oh wow… absolutely unreal!!’ someone added.
Hayman Island is a private island home to the luxurious InterContinental Resort off the coast of Queensland, 200km south of Townsville.
The five-star resort features a spectacular pool where travelers can relax and enjoy the island’s magnificent sunsets and spectacular ocean views.
There are 182 rooms, suites and villas, as well as gourmet dining options at the resort’s seven opulent bars and restaurants.
Outside the lodge, visitors can explore the tropical sanctuary’s grassy coastal cliffs, pristine beaches with strikingly blue waters and the world-famous Great Barrier Reef.
The island has seen a number of notable guests, including Jane Fonda, Bill Gates, Nicole Kidman and Rod Stewart.
To get there, tourists can take a boat or helicopter transfer from the popular Hamilton Island.