by Elaine Seager | Sep 5, 2014 | Cairns, Diving/Snorkelling, Green Island, Reef & Islands
The emerald cay and reef of Green Island Queensland is just a short 45-minute boat trip from Cairns. It is the perfect place to snorkel the Great Barrier Reef for people who prefer the comfort of being close to shore and swimming from the beach rather than in the open...
by Amanda Cranston | Aug 13, 2014 | Orpheus Island, Reef & Islands
North Queensland is blessed with many five star luxury resort islands. Some are famous, some are only heard about in small circles of repeat customers. Orpheus Island Resort is definitely one of the latter. With rooms starting at $1400 per night and no more than 30...
by Elaine Seager | Jun 23, 2014 | Cairns, Diving/Snorkelling, Fitzroy Island, Green Island, Reef & Islands
The closest islands off Cairns are Green Island and Fitzroy. Both are beautiful tropical islands that are easily accessible within an hours boat ride and both have their individual pros and cons depending on what you want to get out of your trip. Green island Green...
by Elaine Seager | Jun 13, 2014 | Environment & Nature, Magnetic Island
Since Australian native animals are so unique, animal encounters are usually top of the wishlist for most international visitors, and many of them can be seen in the wild in North Queensland. Most of the cute and furry animals found in Australia are friendly enough...
