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 shop.

And, what the locals do for fun, plus a few secrets that only the locals know.....

I'll even give you a bit of 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 hostels 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.

Our area is pretty popular with the grey nomads and those who just want to take the family caravaning or camping.

The weather in Cairns 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 vacations. PADI diving holidays. Cairns to the Great Barrier Reef.: Scuba vacations from Cairns to the spectacular 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.
Cheap day trips in and around Cairns. Walk or get around on a shoestring budget: Cheap day trips. Best way to get around to see our Cairns and its wonderful attractions. Where to go and how to get there.
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.
Fun family vacations. An activities guide to adventure and entertainment.: Fun family vacations. Enjoy an adventure holiday of a lifetime with free or inexpensive family bonding activities that are entertaining for parents, toddlers and teenagers.
Free things to do in Cairns. Our guide to free family activities for everyone.: Free activities in Cairns? What are they? Our Cairns guide to free family activitiesFree things to do in Cairns. Our guide to free family activities for everyone to enjoy, together or separately.
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. The last total Eclipse was November 2012 in Cairns Australia: Solar Eclipse. A total eclipse is a rare occurrence and Cairns residents and visitors were privileged to view this spectacular event.
My favourite tropical destinations around Cairns and Far North Queensland.: These are my favourite tropical destinations where I'll take you north to Port Douglas and Cape Tribulation, south to Mission Beach and west to the Atherton Tablelands and everywhere in between.
Bed and Breakfast finder to Cairns most romantic getaways.: My Bed and breakfast finder will help you to locate Cairns most romantic BnB's to getaway for a weekend or longer. Tucked away in the rainforest, high on a hill or close to the beach.
Camping with kids. Unforgettable holiday memories to treasure for years.: Camping with kids. Escape the responsibilities and stress at home, school, and work. Strengthen your relationship within the family while providing a good venue for family bonding activities.
Hotels in Cairns. Take the guess work out of choosing your accommodation.: I've taken the guess work out of choosing your Hotels in Cairns. Just relax and enjoy your holiday.Whether you're looking for five star luxury or backpacking at the beach I've done it for you
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.
You have a coffee addiction? What can you do about it in Cairns?: Feed your coffee addiction by exploring some coffee plantations or just choosing a great coffee shop to indulge your taste buds on the perfect flat white coffee or macchiato
Jamaican Blue Coffee in Cairns Central is the best coffee I've had, ever!: Jamaican Blue Coffee is for every coffee addict that knows a superior coffee when they taste it. Stop, relax and recharge before you continue your shopping or venture on home.
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.
You have a shopping addiction? I'll help you satisfy it.: Satisfy your shopping addiction. Indulge yourself while shopping for you, your family and friends. Souvenirs, presents, clothing. Bargain shops, resort boutiques, designer stores. Cairns has it all.
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. What beer should you drink? Let me help you decide. 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.
Great Barrier Reef Australia. Guide to and history of Great Barrier Reef: Great Barrier Reef Australia. Learn all about the history and some interesting facts about one of the world's largest natural marine parks.
Our story about Cairns Australia. How we ended up writing about it on a website.: Why Cairns Australia? Our story about how and why we ended up here and how we came to build our website. Find out how you can build one too.
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