Cairns & the Tropical North:
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Great Barrier Reef Diving & Snorkeling
Written by Viator, August 2010
Tropical Cairns puts you in the ideal position to enjoy the splendor and beauty of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef on the planet, covering an amazing ...
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3 Ways to Enjoy Wildlife In Any Weather
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, February 2012
No visit to Cairns
is complete without some exposure to regional flora and fauna. The
following opportunities are some of the best that the city and the
region have to offer. No matter the ...
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3 Ways to Enjoy Wildlife In Any Weather
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, February 2012
No visit to Cairns
is complete without some exposure to regional flora and fauna. The
following opportunities are some of the best that the city and the
region have to offer. No matter the ...
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Best Day Trips from Cairns
Written by Brooke, Australia, March 2013
Cairns, in Queensland’s tropical north, while a great place to relax acts better as a hub for all the wonderful natural attractions in the region. From here, it is easy to take day trips to explore ...
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Cairns Day Trip to Kuranda
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, February 2012
While Cairns is most famous – and rightly so! – for its location to beautiful Australia’s Great Barrier Reef , there are myriad other tourist options for the adventurous and curious traveler. ...
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Cairns Day-Trip to the Great Barrier Reef
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, May 2012
This may be a bit obvious when out in stunning Cairns , but you must, must, must take at least one day-trip to the Great Barrier Reef !
Here you can engage in snorkeling or just lay out on the ...
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Cairns Outback: Explore the Depths of the Chillagoe Caves
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, March 2012
Danger, adventure, and raw beauty abound in the great Down Under and
naturally, no visit is complete without experiencing first hand one of
the greatest wonders of the world – the Great Barrier ...
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Cairns’ Best Beaches
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, August 2012
Cairns – often considered the jumping off point for the Great Barrier Reef –
is a sensational destination in and of itself. The area is most famous
for its beaches, locally known as the ...
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Day Trip to the Reef from Cairns
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, January 2012
This is a bit of a no-brainer when out in stunning Cairns , but you must, must, must, take at least a day-trip to the reef where you can engage in snorkeling, or just lay out on the white sandy ...
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Great Barrier Feast on Hamilton Island
Written by Emma, Australia, June 2012
If you’re planning a trip to Queensland’s Hamilton Island in July, you’ll be able to take part in one of Queensland ’s premier gourmet events. Editor’s Note: This recommendation was taken from ...
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Hot Air Ballooning Over Cairns
Written by Brooke, Australia, October 2012
A well-rounded visit to the tropical Cairns
region is not complete without experiencing it at morning, day and
night. Beach excursions and visits to local animal parks cover daytime
Cairns, ...
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How to Travel in Cairns on the Cheap
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, November 2011
As most experienced travelers will tell you, running around Australia
is expensive. With the ever-growing value of the Australian dollar and
an expanding economy, moderate fiscal spending here ...
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Nightlife in Cairns
Written by Brooke, Australia, March 2013
As a backpacking hub to all the northern Queensland attractions, Cairns houses numerous hostels and backpacker focused restaurants, bars and clubs. What that means is the nightlife is fairly big in ...
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Romantic Things to Do in Cairns
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, July 2012
Cairns is often referred to as the “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef ,”
and it most certainly is. Most travel enthusiasts know something about
the beautiful beaches, terrific diving ...
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Things to Do in Cairns in Summer
Written by Brooke, Australia, January 2013
Seeing how Cairns lies in the tropical north of Queensland ,
the terms summer and winter don’t have the same impact as in other
parts of the world. What those terms do indicate, however, is ...
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