Our November Christmas Island trip was fantastic. Wondering through rainforests and waterfalls, snorkelling reefs and exploring places that feel unvisited, crabs (with personalities) everywhere. Each day finished with a drink and outdoor meal at a quality Pub on the ocean. The food is expensive, but get a rewards flight and a week on the island is great value. Our 5 days on the island with rewards flights, motel style accommodation, travel insurance, car hire and quality meals (and alcohol) was $1500 for 2. We are adventurous and 5 days was just long enough, but could have stayed longer. This will be remembered long past our other 3 trips of the year.
Travel insurance is a must as flights can be delayed by days due to weather. We are from Victoria and had a 2 day, free stay, in Perth due our onward flight being delayed.