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When it comes to dreamy white silica sand-islands, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays\" target=\"_self\" title=\"The Whitsundays\"\u003Ethe Whitsundays\u003C/a\u003E offer unbeatable escapism — that is, unless you live there, much like the luckiest of ducks Jess Funnell.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne of the world's esteemed Master Reef Guides and eco manager at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/airlie-beach\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Airlie Beach\"\u003EAirlie Beach\u003C/a\u003E’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25e992cbcbe7073ad8257-ocean-rafting\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Ocean Rafting\"\u003EOcean Rafting\u003C/a\u003E tours is accustomed to every inch of the region’s beauty, dedicating more than 15 years to keeping its dazzling turquoise waters thriving with marine life.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca id=\"gems\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EHere, she lets us in on her favourite spots to \u003Ca title=\"How to explore The Whitsundays without a car\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/the-whitsunday-without-a-car\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eexplore\u003C/a\u003E, top eateries to lean into and other hidden gems only locals know about. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELocal Whitsundays legends and hidden gems\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_488112840":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWhile 74 Instagram-ready islands converge to create one of the most spectacular coastal regions on the planet, the Whitsundays community is tight-knit and deeply connected. Annual events, like the three-day \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-68b790ca6753bfe309bb98bb-great-barrier-reef-festival\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Great Barrier Reef Festival\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef Festival\u003C/a\u003E, remind Jess just how special her home is. “The festival is a true local highlight,” she says. “It brings the whole community together with markets, fireworks, live music, a street parade and more, all in celebration of our beautiful backyard - the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Great Barrier Reef\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E.”\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe world’s largest coral reef system is no stranger to crowds, attracting more than two million visitors each year. But what about the Whitsundays spots that don’t make world-heritage lists and National Geographic documentaries? Jess' got more than a few recommendations up her sleeve:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest hang\u003C/b\u003E: \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b260deaeeeaaf773cf3dbe-peter-faust-dam\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Lake Prosperine\"\u003ELake Prosperine\u003C/a\u003E, otherwise known at Pater Faust Dam. “It’s my local dam and perfect for fishing, jet skiing and camping,” Jess says. “Visitors miss it, but locals love it.”\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EQuirkiest cafe\u003C/b\u003E: The Hangar Cafe & Bar at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/information-services/p-56b262627b935fbe730e2285-whitsunday-airport\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Whitsundays Airport\"\u003EWhitsunday Airport\u003C/a\u003E. “They serve a great, well-priced breakfast and I love the halloumi brekkie wrap,” Jess says. Sit right beside the tarmac, as planes fly in and out, for an entirely unusual meal out.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca id=\"itin\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EBest coffee\u003C/b\u003E: Mrs Bean, a roaming barista. “It’s a cute little coffee and food van at the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b2613c2880253d74c49bd8-cannonvale\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Cannonvale\"\u003ECannonvale\u003C/a\u003E skatepark on weekdays and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-589bee77fb8843364f629b91-lions-airlie-beach-community-market\" target=\"_self\" title=\" Lions Airlie Beach Community Market\"\u003ELions Airlie Beach Community Market\u003C/a\u003E on Saturdays,” Jess reveals.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA local’s Whitsundays itinerary \u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_855257606":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/blog-imges/150039-150039-8.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/blog-imges/150039-150039-8.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25e992cbcbe7073ad8257-ocean-rafting","alt":"Guests enjoying themselves on an Ocean Rafting tour","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/live-like-a-whitsundays-local-with-jess-funnells-insider-tip/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_855257606.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776387721203/150039-150039-8.jpeg","uuid":"f0a9f435-b3df-479a-8a40-aedefeea1b43","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Ocean Rafting, The Whitsundays",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_170897868":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EJess spends her workweek out at sea so she knows just how rewarding exploring the Whitsundays’ world-famous waters can be.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E“I’d recommend Ocean Rafting’s Fly Raft Northern Exposure tour because it’s the ultimate way to experience the Whitsundays in one day,” Jess says. “You’ll fly over the Great Barrier Reef and past iconic \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25f98d5f1565045da2822-heart-reef\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Heart Reef\"\u003EHeart Reef\u003C/a\u003E before rafting the swirling sands of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fa02880253d74c47a7e-hill-inlet\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Hill Inlet\"\u003EHill Inlet\u003C/a\u003E, enjoying lunch on \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25dc07b935fbe730dc52c-whitehaven-beach\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Whitehaven Beach\"\u003EWhitehaven Beach\u003C/a\u003E, and snorkelling the inner islands.”\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOnce the tour wraps, it’s time to hit Mulligan’s Sports Bar on Airlie Beach “for some pool and darts with a Guiness in hand,” according to our expert. “Then, try the smoked picanha at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-5ca3f0f16521e97d29787d3f-kcs-chargrill-and-bar\" target=\"_self\"\u003EKC’s Chargrill and Bar\u003C/a\u003E,” she advises. “You’ll thank me later.”\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBefore the sun sinks, motor to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/journeys/p-56b262157b935fbe730e1dad-airlie-beach-to-cape-gloucester\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Cape Gloucester\"\u003ECape Gloucester\u003C/a\u003E as Jess says it’s the perfect spot to sit on the beach with a drink and watch that blaze dissolve over the ocean.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThen, send your itinerary soaring aboard the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-683c010266d37abc1b9c5ded-skyline-ferris-wheel-airlie-beach\" target=\"_self\" title=\" Skyline Ferris Wheel Airlie Beach\"\u003ESkyline Ferris Wheel Airlie Beach\u003C/a\u003E for a bird’s eye view over glittering Airlie Beach at night.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca id=\"local\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E“If you’re still out, local Airlie clubs like \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-5d480e253f23777c63f96c92-paddys-shenanigans-irish-bar\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPaddy’s Shenanigans Irish Bar\u003C/a\u003E, Lola’s Bar and Mama Africa Bar & Nightclub will show you a good time,” Jess promises.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest places in the Whitsundays locals love\u003C/b\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1563496740":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/blog-imges/editorial-hero-banner/2021_WYS_CoralSeaResort_FoodBeverage_JackHarlem_142442.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/blog-imges/editorial-hero-banner/2021_WYS_CoralSeaResort_FoodBeverage_JackHarlem_142442.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5d12c24191cdcd70097cf51d-coral-sea-resort","alt":"Poolside at Coral Sea Resort Hotel | best restaurants Airlie Beach Whitsundays","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/live-like-a-whitsundays-local-with-jess-funnells-insider-tip/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1563496740.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776387721213/2021-wys-coralsearesort-foodbeverage-jackharlem-142442.jpeg","uuid":"7f787ec8-199c-4298-8767-38525f067bb6","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Coral Sea Resort Hotel, Airlie Beach, The Whitsundays",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_568409895":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EEven to a reef-loving local, there’s plenty of land action to rock your flip flops in the Whitsundays — especially if you’re hungry. Here’s what Jess loves when it’s time to indulge:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest pastries\u003C/b\u003E: The Sweet Spot Whitsundays at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b260b62880253d74c492b9-coral-sea-marina\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Coral Sea Marina\"\u003ECoral Sea Marina\u003C/a\u003E. Everything is baked in-house and delicious, but go for an iced drink in one of their adorable curvaceous glasses for guaranteed Instagram likes.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest fish and chips\u003C/b\u003E: Whitsundays Seafood Bar on the main strip of Airlie Beach. “I’m a big fan of their grilled reef fish,” Jess recommends. “Also, Fishi Whitsundays in Cannonvale added an outdoor dining area to their takeaway van in September 2025, so their fresh, locally wild-caught seafood gets the crowds.”\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest cocktail\u003C/b\u003E: \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-63ead1f99041914365ab873a-paradiso-restaurant-and-rooftop-bar\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Paradiso Restaurant and Rooftop Bar \"\u003EParadiso Restaurant and Rooftop Bar\u003C/a\u003E on Airlie Beach. “It’s always a great start to the evening,” Jess confirms.  \u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe other thing Jess wants every out-of-towner to know?\u003C/b\u003E She thinks Airlie Beach is so much more than a tourist magnet for offshore tours and shopping. “If you're the outdoorsy type, there's more to discover,” she stresses. “You’ve got to chase the adventure. Go fishing, find waterfalls, ride or hike trails with epic views, or discover quiet beaches you can have all to yourself.”\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca id=\"stay\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ETake a squiz at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/airlie-beach-locals-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eour Airlie Beach local’s guide\u003C/a\u003E to start planning a serious deep-dive.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere to stay in the Whitsundays according to a local\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_2105253025":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/web-images/2023_WYS_HamiltonIsland_ReefViewHotel_Islands_AWOLFamily_154638.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/web-images/2023_WYS_HamiltonIsland_ReefViewHotel_Islands_AWOLFamily_154638.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25e2caeeeaaf773cf05da-hamilton-island-reef-view-hotel","alt":"Family looking down to Catseye Beach from the balcony of Reef View Hotel, Hamilton Island","srcUriTemplate":"/in/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/live-like-a-whitsundays-local-with-jess-funnells-insider-tip/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_2105253025.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1776387721227/2023-wys-hamiltonisland-reefviewhotel-islands-awolfamily-154638.jpeg","uuid":"ffbd1dd1-5bb6-4e50-990e-3a68df48ffab","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Reef View Hotel, Hamilton Island, The Whitsundays",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1027230863":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESpoilt for 360-degree blue sky views, there’s really no terrible place to stay in the Whitsundays. \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25d562880253d74c44aad-hamilton-island\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Hamilton Island\"\u003EHamilton Island\u003C/a\u003E, however, is Jess’ preferred overnight pick. “It’s just a beautiful place to spend a day or two in tropical paradise,” she says.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECheck out \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/hamilton-island-accommodation-\" target=\"_self\" title=\" Hamilton Island accommodation\"\u003Eour essential guide to Hamilton Island accommodation\u003C/a\u003E for every budget, but just say yes to standouts including \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-6745063b16f91c27529aec86-the-sundays\" target=\"_self\" title=\"The Sunday\"\u003EThe Sundays\u003C/a\u003E, a boutique hotel on Catseye Beach that opened in April 2025, or one of the reliably spacious, self-contained \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-5bd662dc0f4d70836180b259-whitsunday-apartments-hamilton-island\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Whitsunday Apartments Hamilton Island\"\u003EWhitsunday Apartments Hamilton Island\u003C/a\u003E.  \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca id=\"eat\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EFor more on where to stay throughout the region, our \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/island-life-the-ultimate-whitsundays-accommodation-guide\" target=\"_self\" title=\" ultimate Whitsundays accommodation guide\"\u003Eultimate Whitsundays accommodation guide\u003C/a\u003E is your bible.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere to eat on the Whitsundays\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1259034910":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Whitsundays’ dining scene dishes up some of Queensland’s freshest seafood and Airlie Beach is having a real moment mixing in some king-hit flavours, according to Jess.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E“\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-66967904304bb3225a25d9a5-eastwoods-dining--bar\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Eastwoods Dining and Bar\"\u003EEastwoods Dining and Bar\u003C/a\u003E is just too good not to try,” she recommends. “Go with a group of friends so you can share Asian-inspired plates and sample as much as you can.”\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOver on Hamilton Island, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-57cf8e5d4d7e4a170a8e0e21-coca-chu\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Coco Chu \"\u003ECoco Chu\u003C/a\u003E nails the flavours of South East Asia with a side of party vibes, while \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-57cf9031bc7356c047be46b8-romanos\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERomano’s\u003C/a\u003E is the place for a stylish Italian carb fest. In Cannonvale, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-64bf4aa25075c5115e020fba-whisper-restaurant-and-gin-bar\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Whisper Restaurant and Gin Bar\"\u003EWhisper Restaurant and Gin Bar\u003C/a\u003E dial up the fun with bottomless brunches on the weekend.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECheck out our round-up of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/whitsundays-restaurants\" target=\"_self\" title=\"the best Whitsundays restaurants\"\u003Ethe best Whitsundays restaurants\u003C/a\u003E for a meal to tickle every taste bud.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhy Jess loves living in the Whitsundays\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"orange","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1309598450":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EUtterly devoted to ocean conservation, Jess got her start as a whale watching tour guide before she shifted into a ten-year stint within \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d48aeeeaaf773cef324-australias-sea-world\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Sea World\"\u003ESea World\u003C/a\u003E’s Marine Science department on the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/explore-gold-coast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Gold Coast\"\u003EGold Coast\u003C/a\u003E. 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