"Set within a national park and the Great Barrier Reef, this remote luxury property is the only hotel on the reef and offers fringing reefs close enough to swim to from the property. It provides access to some of the reef’s most spectacular dive sites, including the world-famous Cod Hole where a giant potato cod is resident. Recently admitted to Relais & Châteaux, the resort emphasizes sustainability (with about 90% of food sourced from local Queensland producers), occupies a 2,500-acre private island fringed by white-sand beaches, and offers hiking trails showcasing native flora and fauna." - Chris Dong