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The lagoon on Cairns' Esplanade.

Australia's tropical adventure capital like an escape to south-east Asia

It might not have any international tourists, but Australia's adventure capital still has plenty of international flavour.

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The Big Wet over summer means big waterfalls.

Six of the best reasons to visit tropical North Queensland in the wet season

It's wet and it's wild and if you like dramatic weather and no crowds - this summer is possibly the best time to explore Far North Queensland.

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Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel is the first Aboriginal-themed reef operator on the Great Barrier Reef.

The Dreamtime myth behind the creation of the Great Barrier Reef

Get a boat to the reef, dive or snorkel the sites and learn about Aboriginal culture from Indigenous onboard rangers.

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Steve Meacham
Steve Meacham
Railbeds ready for the night ahead.

The Aussie train with airline business-class style seats

An overnight train trip to Brisbane is reminiscent of a business class flight.

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The Riley, Cairns.

The new go-to accommodation in Cairns

This new hotel offers Cairns something just a little bit different.

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Cairns Aquarium houses 15,000 aquatic animals, fish, plants and other organisms.

How to see the Great Barrier Reef without getting wet

Stay dry while encountering a staggering 15,000 aquatic animals, fish, plants and other organisms.

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Sheriden Rhodes
Fantastical: Good weather will bring blue skies, sparklingly clear waters and astonishing sights.

The Great Barrier Reef's sweet spot discovered

The Great Barrier Reef's sweet spot offers crystal-clear and bath-water warm water, and a sky cerulean and unencumbered by clouds.

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Port Douglas is a good base for trips to the outer reef and the coral islands in between.

Where should a large family of 30 stay in Cairns?

Finding accommodation for a large group of varied ages calls for considerable planning.

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Swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving and surfing; Cairns is perfect for lovers of clear, blue waters as the Great Barrier Reef is on its doorstep. With an artificial lagoon, plenty of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, this place has the trappings of a buzzing tropical holiday. For some downtime; escape to the Daintree Rainforest, take a dip at Babinda Boulders and learn about Aboriginal legends.

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Cairns

Cairns, Tropical North Queensland

Swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving and surfing; Cairns is perfect for lovers of clear, blue waters as the Great Barrier Reef is on its doorstep. With an artificial lagoon, plenty of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, this place has the trappings of a buzzing tropical holiday. For some downtime; escape to the Daintree Rainforest, take a dip at Babinda Boulders and learn about Aboriginal legends.

Official Language: English
Electricity: Type I has two flat pins in a V-shape as well as a grounding pin. A version of the plug, which only has the two flat pins, exists as well.

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