by Amanda Cranston | Mar 10, 2016 | Features, General Camping Stories, Interviews
Outdoor activities like four wheel driving, fishing, boating, camping, horse riding and bushwalking are all a part of the adventure of living in North Queensland. But if you’re out in the middle of the bush, a Rescue Swag is just the thing to give you peace of mind....
by Amanda Cranston | Mar 6, 2016 | Cairns
The wetlands in North Queensland form a vital part of the Great Barrier Reef ecosystem by acting as a filter for water flowing off the land and providing a nursery for fish. They are also a stopping off point for migratory birds from Siberia and are a haven for...
by Elaine Seager | Mar 6, 2016 | Cairns
On a hot summer’s day in North Queensland, there’s nothing better than sitting in a beautiful natural swimming hole amongst the rainforest. Behana Gorge, about 30 minutes drive south of Cairns, is a favourite with locals, especially those who enjoy a bit...
by Amanda Cranston | Feb 27, 2016 | Daintree
Wait a While Daintree Retreat in Cow Bay is a fantastic, tropical Daintree holiday rental. Surrounded by rainforest, it’s perfect for large families or groups wanting private and spacious accommodation in a truly stunning location. Once you drive over the ferry onto...
by Amanda Cranston | Feb 17, 2016 | Cairns
The northern beaches are the best area to stay in Cairns if you want relaxing beachside accommodation close to all the action. And Kewarra Beach Resort has a beautiful quiet beach with cosy and secluded beachfront bungalows and rainforest cabins. There is a huge...
by Amanda Cranston | Feb 14, 2016 | Daintree
Seeing a crocodile in the wild is high on the list for many international travellers visiting the Daintree, but they can be hard to spot amongst the mangroves. So the best way to see crocodiles is with a tour guide on a crocodile spotting cruise and Solar Whisper...
by Amanda Cranston | Feb 6, 2016 | Features
North Queenslanders rely on stinger net enclosures to provide safe swimming at beaches during the stinger season. But just how reliable are these stinger nets and what do they protect you from? Stinger net enclosures protect you from box jellyfish. Plain and simple,...
by Amanda Cranston | Jan 28, 2016 | Port Douglas
Slowly cruising down the calm, mangrove-lined inlet with a glass of wine in hand, watching the sun go down and wildlife go about their business, is all part of the experience on Port Douglas’s iconic paddle steamer, the Lady Douglas. It’s funny because Port Douglas is...
by Amanda Cranston | Jan 27, 2016 | Cairns Tablelands
While there are plenty of Bed and Breakfast accommodation options in Yungaburra, holiday rentals are generally more popular and a better option for larger groups of friends and families. And, if a private, spacious house with beautiful views and room for up to 20...
by Elaine Seager | Jan 24, 2016 | Port Douglas
One of the best things to do in North Queensland in the summer months is to go swimming in a freshwater creek or swim hole. There are literally dozens scattered throughout the region, and most of them are set amongst the rainforest. There’s a lot more to the...
