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Cairns Australia
The Perfect Holiday Destination!


Hi, I'm Fiona and welcome to my website; What About Cairns Australia.

I want to tell you why, over all the beautiful places in Australia, I chose Cairns!

I've traveled extensively throughout Australia and the world and decided to settle down here.

That was 20 years ago.

Much has changed over that time, but it still retains its beauty. It also has that tropical island vacation feeling!

Sit back, relax and let me take you to some of the best places our lovely city and district has to offer.

I'll show you…

Where to stay.

Where to eat.

What to do.

Where to shop.

Getting around.

What the locals do for fun and a few secrets that only the locals know.....

and even some Cairns history!

We live in a tropical paradise in Far North Queensland where two world heritage areas meet...the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest.

Its cosmopolitan atmosphere attracts visitors from all over the world and they just keep coming back.

There's so much to see and do!

Scuba Diving holidays on the Great Barrier Reef Australia, island hopping, or fishing are just some of the activities our great city provides.

Why not try swimming in a cool, freshwater stream below a stunning waterfall? The city and our beautiful surrounding district have so many. The hardest thing you'll find, is which one should you go to first?

Play some golf or just improve your golf swing on the world renowned golf courses.

Wander along the walking tracks and boardwalks through the rainforest.

Learn about the Australian Aborigine people and their culture, or buy some Aboriginal art.

Visit the quaint little villages and towns close by.

Accommodation ranges from luxury beach front resorts to budget hotels and backpackers. For something really special, there's some gorgeous bed and breakfast options. You can rent a private house or even house sit for your holiday.

Home stay is becoming really popular with many single travelers. This is where you can stay with a local family and experience all that our beautiful region has to offer.

Cairns weather has a comfortable tropical climate which is perfect for outdoor enjoyment.

Winter, between June to October is beautiful one day and perfect the next. It's a period of balmy temperatures and low rainfall, with an average temperature around 26 degrees Celsius during the day.

Summer is what we call the Wet Season and you can almost see the plants grow before your very eyes! You might be lucky enough to see a tropical storm while you're here. They can be pretty spectacular. It's more humid, with an average daytime temperature around 32 degrees.

The physical beauty of the whole region is spectacular and each area has its own unique attractions.

Cairns Australia is only the beginning of a magical holiday.

So why not come and join us?



Flights to Cairns. Find the quickest, easiest and cheapest flights.
Flights to Cairns are simple to arrange and you can find direct flights from almost any Australian capital city. There's also flights from many major International airports.

Travel to Cairns by road. Self drive or take the bus.
Travel to Cairns by road is awesome. Take the inland road or drive up the scenic Bruce Highway. Whatever way you go, you won't be disappointed.

Traveling by train. To Cairns along the spectacular east coast of Queensland.
Traveling by train is an experience that few enjoy, however it's affordable and fun. Not to be missed!

Scuba Diving Holidays. PADI diving holidays. Cairns to Great Barrier Reef.
Scuba diving holidays from Cairns to the Great Barrier Reef Australia. Learn to Scuba Dive, take a day trip or experience a luxury liveaboard diving trip.

Coral Reef. A travel guide on diving, snorkeling and fishing the Reef.
The Coral Reef. We'll tell you all about where to go Scuba Diving, snorkeling, fishing and much more.

Cairns fishing tours. A guide to all our favorite Cairns Fishing Tours
Cairns fishing tours. An extensive guide to all our favorite Cairns Fishing Tours. Fishing on the Great Barrier Reef and Cairns Rivers.

Cairns Scuba Diving. Scuba holidays on Great Barrier Reef Australia.
Cairns Scuba Diving holidays. Great Barrier Reef diving trips and Cairns learn to dive tours.

Scuba diving schools in Cairns. PADI dive classes. PADI scuba certificates
Scuba diving schools in Cairns. PADI courses to gain PADI certification cards. From PADI beginner courses to Professional PADI scuba diving instructor courses.

Tropical destinations in and around Cairns. How to get around by car, public tra
Cairns tropical destinations. Best way to get around to see our city and its wonderful attractions. Where to go and how to get there.

Cairns history. Interesting facts about our early heritage.
Cairns history began in 1876, became a municipality in 1885, a town in 1903 and a city in 1923. Today we see Cairns as a modern city in a tropical paradise, where tourism is our major industry.

Must do Cairns Day Trips. Tours designed for singles, couples and families.
Want to know the "must do" Cairns Day Trips? Get our insider's secrets on what will be your most memorable day tours from Cairns.

Family fun activities. A guide to fun activities for all ages.
There's so many family fun activities that we can all enjoy. A guide to fun activities for all ages. Free or inexpensive things to do that everyone can enjoy.

Flecker Botanic Gardens. Rainforest ecotourism at its best.
A visit to Flecker Botanic Gardens could be your most memorable of all the things to do in Cairns. Exotic flowers and plants amass the gardens, along with tropical rainforest animals and birds.

Free activities in Cairns? What are they? Our Cairns guide to free activities.
Free activities in Cairns? What are they? Our Cairns guide to free activities. There's heaps of free fun activities for everyone to enjoy.

Learn how to play golf. Improve golf swing. Enjoy a golfing holiday in Cairns
Cairns Australia is the sought after place for golf enthusiasts. Whether you want to learn how to play golf or want some tips to improve your golf swing. Enjoy a golfing holiday in a tropical paradise

Tropical Rain Forest. Breathtaking and a must see if you're visiting Cairns
The awe of a majestic tropical rain forest is breathtaking and Cairns has these world heritage wonders right at it's doorstep

Solar Eclipse. Next Solar Eclipse is November 2012 in Cairns Australia
Solar Eclipse. Next Solar Eclipse is in Cairns Australia in November 2012.

Extreme adventures for adrenalin pumping enthusiasts
Extreme adventures are what Cairns Australia specialises in. Do you love to try crazy, adrenalin pumping sports? Try skydiving, bungee jumping, whitewater rafting and the new minjin swing.

Kuranda Australia. All you need to know about this Village in the Rainforest.
Kuranda Australia is only 20 minutes from Cairns Australia, this little Village in the Rainforest is a unique place full of character and tourist attractions.

Cairns Esplanade Accommodation Guide. For business, couples and families
Cairns Esplanade Accommodation has stunning views overlooking the Coral Sea.

BnB guide to romantic bed and breakfast. Cairns most romantic BnB's to getaway.
A BnB guide to Cairns most romantic Bed and Breakfast Accommodation. Romantic BnB's to getaway for a weekend or longer. Tucked away in the rainforest, high on a hill or close to the beach.

Family breaks. Caravan and camping holidays.
Enjoy your family breaks in some of Cairns top tourist caravan parks and camping sites.

Hotels in Cairns Australia. Choose only the clean and friendly places to stay.
Personally selected hotels in Cairns Australia and Northern Beaches, from luxury cairns hotels and beach resorts to caravan park and Cairns backpacker hostels.

Cairns Backpacker Hostels to suit all budgets and lifestyles.
There's plenty of Cairns Backpacker Hostels as everyone loves our laid back lifestyle, along with heaps of activities to enjoy.

Cairns Central Accommodation. From luxury with views to affordable.
Our personally recommended Cairns central accommodation, ranging from budget hotels and motels to luxury apartments and family holiday accommodation.

Disabled Friendly Accommodation. Accessible Accommodation for Disabled People.
Disabled Friendly Accommodation. How friendly are they? Do they meet your needs? Our personal recommendations on accessible accommodation for the Disabled in Cairns and Northern Beaches.

Resorts in Cairns. Travellers Accommodation Guide. Fun filled places to stay.
Resorts in Cairns and Cairns holiday accommodation. A travellers guide for fun places to stay for the whole family.

Holloways Beach Accommodation. Where to stay guide for Holloways Beach
Holloways Beach Accommodation is 10mins. to Cairns Australia and is a popular beach suburb with locals and tourists alike.

Yorkeys Knob Beachfront. A sandy stretch of paradise.
Yorkeys Knob beachfront is really popular with local Cairns residents and tourists alike. Is it any wonder, when you only have a short stroll to the shops, restaurants, golf course and Marina.

Trinity Beach Australia. Luxury and Affordable Holiday Accommodation.
Why not try Trinity Beach Australia for your next vacation? Only 21km north of Cairns, you'd think you were worlds away from the city. It's friendly, easy going and popular.

Kewarra Beach. The most quiet and secluded of all Cairns beaches.
Kewarra Beach. Perfect for those wanting quietness. This pretty beach suburb is one of the most secluded of all the Cairns Beaches.

Clifton Beach Vacation. For a special holiday of peace and relaxation
A Clifton Beach vacation combines a beautiful beach with peace and tranquility. Perfect!

Palm Cove Australia. Cosmopolitan and vibrant. World Class Accommodation
Palm Cove Australia is the spa capital with its cosmopolitan atmosphere and World Class Accommodation, shops and restaurants and all at affordable prices.

Top restaurants in Cairns. Guide to Cairns restaurants, coffee shops and cafes.
Top restaurants in Cairns. These are our favourite dining experiences. Restaurants and cafes that deserve a mention above a sea of great Cairns restaurants.

Lillipad Cafe. Funky cafe. Vegetarian cuisine with a twist.
Lillipad Cafe offers the biggest, cheapest and tastiest meals in Cairns.

Dundees on the Waterfront at Cairns Marlin Marina.
Dundees on the Waterfront at Cairns Marlin Marina. Renowned for their succulent Steaks from the grill, seafood, pasta's and Australian specialist foods.

Linga Longa Restaurant, Cairns. Love at first bite.
Linga Longa Restaurant in Cairns. Delicious food with International flavours and focusing on French and Greek cuisine.

Northerner Steakhouse. Best steak Restaurant in Cairns
Northerner Steakhouse. Our favourite Steak Restaurant in Cairns Australia.

Sushi Train. Cairns most popular Sushi Restaurants. Totally fresh, totally yummy
Sushi Train is Cairns best fast food restaurants with sushi as the theme. For a unique "all you can eat sushi" experience, try the train, where it takes your food past your table.

Tosca Restaurant. Authentic Italian meals, gourmet pizzas and great coffee
Tosca Restaurant at Cairns Central serves up the best authentic Italian meals and gourmet pizzas you could wish for. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Cairns Markets. Vibrant and colorful spots for all your bargain shopping.
Cairns Markets are the places to go for bargain shopping. stroll around the many markets around Cairns, offering an array of bric-a-brac, produce, exotic plants, home made treats and much more.

Australia Facts. Some interesting. Some fun facts about Australia
Australia Facts. Some interesting, some fun facts about Australia. Discover facts about Australian people, Australian currency, our culture, weather, Indigenous Australians, our food, our beer, Austra

Indigenous Australians. History and facts about Australias original inhabitants
Indigenous Australians. History, culture and facts about Australias original inhabitants.

Australian beer. Facts about our famous and not so famous beers
Australian beer. Facts about our famous and not so famous beers. What beer should you drink? Favorite beers from each Australian State.

Australian Currency. Everything about Australian dollars and cents
Australian Currency. Facts about Australian dollars and cents. Find out currency exchange rates from Australian Dollars to your own countries currency.

Australian fun facts. Fun facts about Australian people, places and things
Australian fun facts. Some interesting, some unusual, always fun. Find out Fun facts about Australian people, places and things

Great Barrier Reef Australia. Guide to and history of Great Barrier Reef
Great Barrier Reef Australia. Guide to and history of the Great Barrier Reef Australia

Our story about Cairns Australia and how we ended up here
Why Cairns Australia? Our story about how and why we ended up here and how we came to build our website about Cairns Australia.

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