by Amanda Cranston | Jul 20, 2014 | Cairns
If you’re only in Cairns on a short visit you might want to make the most of your visit by doing some of your sightseeing at night. And luckily, there are plenty of things to do in Cairns at night besides discovering the city’s bars and restaurants. ...
by Amanda Cranston | Jul 18, 2014 | Aboriginal, Cairns, Cape York, Features
When international visitors think of Australia it’s usually set to the distinctive sound of a didgeridoo. Besides seeing the icons of the Sydney Opera House, Ayers Rock (Uluru) and the Great Barrier Reef, a trip Down Under would not be complete without some experience...
by Amanda Cranston | Jul 17, 2014 | Cairns, Daintree
The Daintree Rainforest is the oldest surviving rainforest in the world and is currently listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It has major environmental significance in Australia and is best experienced as an overnight stay. What better way to truly immerse...
by Elaine Seager | Jun 27, 2014 | Cairns
As a major tourist destination, there is a huge choice of places to stay in Cairns with the full range of budget options. However, if you prefer a more seaside holiday vibe rather than being in a city, you may prefer staying in one of the city’s northern beach...
by Amanda Cranston | Jun 26, 2014 | Environment & Nature, Features, Interviews
Thanks to the passion and dedication of marine biologist Jennie Gilbert there is now a sea turtle rehabilitation centre on Fitzroy Island near Cairns. Visitors to the island can go to the centre for a small fee to find out more about the incredible work being done to...
by Elaine Seager | Jun 24, 2014 | Cairns
With coffee plantations right on its doorstep, Cairns has no excuse for a lagging coffee scene and luckily there are some new cafes in Cairns that are raising the bar. You’d think that Cairns would have a buzzing coffee culture given that so much of Australia’s coffee...
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 Amanda Cranston | Jun 21, 2014 | Townsville
One of the best things to do in Townsville is to visit to Reef HQ Aquarium, home to a variety of Great Barrier Reef marine life, coral reef exhibits and a turtle hospital. I’ve been to quite a few aquariums before, including large impressive ones in capital cities,...
by Amanda Cranston | Jun 21, 2014 | Cairns, Cairns Outback, Cairns Outback, Camping
Emu Creek Station is just one of an endless supply of remote camping spots in the vast wilderness of Far North Queensland where ‘true campers’ can escape from the crowds. Usually the only way to find out about these camping places is via word-of-mouth from other...
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...
