Lizard Island

The Great Barrier Reef in Queensland is host to a multitude of perfect islands – however, Lizard Island is arguably one of its best. Fringed by gorgeous, secluded beaches and lapped by the warm, turquoise waters of the Coral Sea, Lizard Island is your traditional, island paradise, with a twist of resort thrown into the mix. Sadly, this one's for the bougier of us. Only accessible via private charter from Cairns Airport, you'll have to fork out a bit for transport there – but if you've got the cash, it's worth it. Whether you camp, or sleep in luxury at Lizard Island Resort, this isolated wonderland is next to some of the best diving spots on the Reef, and therefore, the world.