Welcome to Magnetic Island

It's hard not to love Maggie, as she’s affectionately known, with her coastal, rocky walking trails, gum trees full of dozing koalas (you're likely to spot some), and surrounding bright turquoise seas. While she may rake in the tourists, there are also plenty of permanent residents who live and work here, making it feel more like a laid-back community than a holiday hotspot... Read More

Top experiences in Magnetic Island

Recent articles

How to do the Great Barrier Reef on a budget

With around 7000km of coastline, more than 150 islands and the Great Barrier Reef spanning it all, Queensland is Australia’s most dreamed-about tropical destination. The trouble is, it ain't cheap. The cost of living in Australia is pretty high, but there are a few hideaways and deals that can make a trip to this incredible destination affordable even on a budget.

Here are our choices for experiencing Queensland's Great Barrier Reef without busting out the gold credit card.
Celeste Brash
Lonely Planet Writer

Travel guides

Starting at $24.99

Image for Image for
Magnetic Island photo credits