Cairns is best known as the gateway to two World Heritage-listed areas: the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. But, if you’re looking for something a little different, there are plenty of unusual experiences on offer. Here are five to try on your next trip to Cairns. VISIT THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE’S BIGGEST BUTTERFLY HOUSE 30 minutes’ drive … [Read more...] about 5 Unexpected Experiences in and around Cairns
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4 Great Road Trips from Cairns
If you’ve been searching the earth for paradise, then call it off. You’ll find what you’ve been looking for in the breathtaking scenery surrounding Cairns – from the ancient rainforest of the Daintree, to the dreamy beaches and islands of the Great Barrier Reef. The best way to explore it all is by car. With two wheels at your fingertips, you can get to the most … [Read more...] about 4 Great Road Trips from Cairns
5 Amazing Things To Do in Port Douglas
Port Douglas in Far North Queensland is one of Australia’s favourite spots for escaping to warm weather – especially when winter hits the southern states. Perched on the dreamy Coral Sea, it’s a stone’s throw from two World Heritage-listed areas – the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. Here are five amazing experiences you shouldn’t miss while … [Read more...] about 5 Amazing Things To Do in Port Douglas
Driving the Savannah Way: A massive Cairns road trip for the history books
A 3700 km stretch, driving the Savannah Way is no walk in the park. It’s known as Australia’s adventure drive for a number of reasons – five national parks and 15 World Heritage areas are two of them. The rest? You’ll have to experience for yourself. We’ve mapped out a 10-day route, but the truth is you can take as long as three weeks to explore the uncharted terrains of the … [Read more...] about Driving the Savannah Way: A massive Cairns road trip for the history books
Sydney to Brisbane: Exploring the Sydney Coastal Drive and beyond
One of Australia’s most popular holiday destinations is the stretch of coastline north of Sydney and into Queensland, and there’s no better place to be this summer. This Sydney to Brisbane drive includes so many small seaside towns, large resort cities, and several of the country’s best beaches that it can be difficult to choose which ones to visit. Why not visit them … [Read more...] about Sydney to Brisbane: Exploring the Sydney Coastal Drive and beyond
Heat things up with a road trip to the Atherton Tablelands
Tired of the dreary, drizzly weather? Ready to stop layering all your clothes on top of one another just to walk to the mailbox? It might be time for a road trip to a warmer location, and we’ve got just the place: the Atherton Tablelands. This little pocket of goodness is found a little back from the coastline between Cairns and Townsville, so it is sometimes overlooked for … [Read more...] about Heat things up with a road trip to the Atherton Tablelands
Big Trips To See Australia’s Big Things
The best way to see the real Australia is to take your time, hire a car and go on a road trip. And while you're at it, you might want to look out for some Big Things. We're talking oversized bananas, beer bottles, lobsters and more. You name an object and you'll probably find a big version of it in Australia. We've devised the following routes to help you plan the ultimate road … [Read more...] about Big Trips To See Australia’s Big Things
Aussie island hotspots to escape the winter chill
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – Australia truly does have it all. From arid outback landscapes to tropical rainforests, world-famous beaches to serene mountain peaks, there’s something for everyone on our remote shores. With winter well and truly here, parts of Australia are experiencing the first cold snap of the year. But if the icy weather isn’t your thing, … [Read more...] about Aussie island hotspots to escape the winter chill
Drive city to jungle on the Great Barrier Reef Drive
The 140-km journey from Cairns to Cape Tribulation, also known as the Great Barrier Reef Drive, is one of Australia’s best road trips. It is a one-one-of-a-kind journey taking you from the city to the jungle, passes two World Heritage areas, spectacular views over the Coral Sea, remote beaches, ancient rainforests, quaint villages and more. Here’s just a taste test of the … [Read more...] about Drive city to jungle on the Great Barrier Reef Drive
The Far North up close and personal: Drive from Cairns to Townsville
Cairns to Townsville Distance: 347 Kilometers | 4 hours and 30 minutes Although they’re both tropical cities, Cairns and Townsville are as different as chalk and cheese in many ways. While they’re both synonymous with warm climates, the Great Barrier Reef and rich in North Queensland history, both cities offer up something unique for locals and tourists alike. There’s only one … [Read more...] about The Far North up close and personal: Drive from Cairns to Townsville