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By LTN Team
59 - Posted: 14 Nov 2011
The Cairns International and Domestic Airports are located 7km north of the Cairns city centre, a 10-15 minute drive.  To get to your accommodation you can either catch a taxi with the local Black & White taxi company or get a shared coach transfer that offers door-to-door drop off service More...
By LTN Team
53 - Posted: 14 Nov 2011
The first dance that you have as a married couple is a treasured moment that you will have with you for the rest of your life.  This is why a lot of couples decide to have dance lessons before their big day, especially as in this day and age, the traditional wedding waltz is a dance skill More...
By LTN Team
53 - Posted: 14 Nov 2011
A wedding is all about the ceremony where you will be united with your partner in marriage, to start your new life together.  Depending on your religion and culture you may decide to do this in a church, have a garden or beach ceremony, on a tropical island or even on the Great Barrier Reef More...
By LTN Team
58 - Posted: 14 Nov 2011
If you are thinking of having your wedding in beautiful scenic Cairns, you will not be disappointed.  Part of planning your wedding includes deciding on where you will have your wedding reception, which is just as important as the details of your marriage ceremony.  This is the first More...
By LTN Team
52 - Posted: 14 Nov 2011
If you are looking for a 5 star luxurious apartment while staying in Cairns, there are a number of properties to suit your needs.  You can choose from 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartments in prime locations, such as the Water’s Edge Apartments on the scenic Esplanade, which offers amazing More...
By LTN Team
58 - Posted: 14 Nov 2011
Cairns is a world class tourist destination, with some amazing 5 star hotels in a superb location.  These 5 star properties include the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino (formerly the Sofitel Reef Casino), Shangra-La Hotel and the Sebel Cairns (formerly the Cairns International Hotel).  The Hilton More...
By LTN Team
53 - Posted: 14 Nov 2011
If you are looking for some time alone with your partner and are in need of a babysitter, then busy bees babysitting service is for you.  Only hiring mature, experienced qualified babysitters, you know that you little ones are in safe hands. Available during the day, evening or even overnight, More...
By LTN Team
56 - Posted: 14 Nov 2011
The inner city of Cairns has a great range of restaurants and bars, most a short walk from central accommodation.   Spread amongst Shield, Spence, Lake and Abbott Streets you will find restaurants such as Café China, Tandoori Oven, Piccolo Cucina and Ochre Restaurant serving up world More...
By LTN Team
71 - Posted: 20 Jul 2011
Indigenous Australians are the original inhabitants of Australia, being either Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders who make up 2.5% of the Australian population.  There are many different Aboriginal communities in Australia, each with their own customs, language, practises and beliefs. The Aboriginal More...
By LTN Team
68 - Posted: 20 Jun 2011
The 17-day season will encompass nearly 100 unique events, including major cornerstones such as Cairns Indigenous Art Fair, Tropical Pride Festival, UMI Arts Big Talk One Fire, and Cairns Amateurs. At Festival venues like the Centre of Contemporary Arts, Tanks Arts Centre, Cairns Civic Theatre, and Cairns More...
By Jo Delvin
237 - Posted: 17 Jun 2011
Experiencing our tropical rainforests is one of the must dos when visiting Cairns. If you like personal small grouped tours, then the Wilderness Eco Safaris is a perfect option. The beauty about Wilderness Eco Safaris is that Steve is the only operator that has access to highly restricted areas on the Atherton More...
By Miriam Taylor - UK
57 - Posted: 17 Jun 2011
The start was early. I was transferred by jeep to the Skytrans station airport, along with two other French passengers. Once all the passengers had arrived at the airport, the two small sea-planes were made ready for boarding. Once seated, we prepared for a take off. I was expecting the tiny plane to crash, More...
By Francis Wong
68 - Posted: 17 Jun 2011
Silverswift is the newest swift catamaran to join the distinguished fleet of Quicksilver vessels. This 24-metre luxury catamaran is sleek and shiny, serviced by a fabulous friendly crew, and whisks you away to some of the most spectacular locations on the reef. I went out to the reef on Silverswift on a Saturday More...
By LTN Team
70 - Posted: 16 Jun 2011
The Frankland Islands are a unique Great Barrier Reef experience. There is one day trip ex Cairns to Normandy Island which offers a comprehensive reef system displaying the features of a coral cay and continental island. This is the only tour to visit Frankland Islands daily, so you will not be surrounded More...
By LTN Team
73 - Posted: 7 Mar 2011
The local bus transport company provider in Cairns is Sunbus.  Popular Sunbus routes of interest to visitors in the region include Cairns CBD, the Northern beaches such as Palm Cove, Yorkeys Knob, Trinity Beach, Kewarra Beach, Holloways Beach and Smithfield, and Southern suburbs including More...
By LTN Team
180 - Posted: 3 Mar 2011
Located on the beautiful scenic waterfront, the Cairns Esplanade is the perfect location to base your Cairns vacation.  Restaurants, the night markets, a variety of shops, the marina and swimming lagoon are all just a short walk from your accommodation.  With amazing rainforest and mountain More...
By LTN Team
72 - Posted: 3 Mar 2011
The Cairns International and Domestic Airports are located approximately 7km, a 15 minute drive from the Cairns City Centre.  This makes it easy to get to your Cairns accommodation whether you choose a shuttle bus transfer or catch a taxi. Operating out of the Cairns Domestic Airport are Qantas, More...
By LTN Team
71 - Posted: 1 Mar 2011
Local visitor centres are a great source of travel and tourism information for visitors who are new to the region. The Cairns and Tropical North Queensland Information Centre is located on the Cairns Esplande.  Here knowledgable staff will be able to give you advice and answer any questions More...
By LTN Team
72 - Posted: 28 Feb 2011
While vacationing in Cairns, there are plenty of family friendly attractions that will appeal to the whole family.   With a variety of wildlife parks, the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park and the Cairns Esplanade and local beaches, you will be able to find something for everyone in the family. The Cairns More...
By LTN Team
79 - Posted: 15 Dec 2010
Self-contained apartments are a great accommodation option if you are planning a short or extended stay in the Far North.  They make it easier to look after the family, with cooking and cleaning facilities at your fingertips.  As you don't have to go out for every meal at a restaurant, More...
By LTN Team
90 - Posted: 13 Dec 2010
Cairns has absolute beachfront properties at Northern beach locations including Kewarra beach, Trinity beach and Palm Cove.  With beaches lined with tropical palm trees and golden sand, accommodation with a beach view is a definite luxury. The main attraction of a beachfront property is ocean More...
By LTN Team
76 - Posted: 13 Dec 2010
Penthouse apartments offer some of the most luxurious accommodation available.  Located in premiere locations with amazing views, spacious design, impressive elegant interior design and high-end appliances, although pricey, nothing compares to staying in a penthouse suite. Located on the top floor More...
By LTN Team
79 - Posted: 10 Dec 2010
Whether you are celebrating your honeymoon, Valentine's Day or just want a weekend escape with that someone special, there are all types of romantic getaways in and around Cairns.  With its lush tropical surroundings of rainforests, mountains, oceans and islands, the natural beauty of the region More...
By LTN Team
76 - Posted: 23 Nov 2010
A good French restaurant uses traditional cooking techniques and the freshest of ingredients to create great tasting dishes.  Cest Bon is the only classical French restaurant in Cairns, creating meals with authentic French ingredients such as wine, cheeses, fruit, truffles and high quality poultry More...
By LTN Team
74 - Posted: 18 Nov 2010
Chinese cuisine is popular in most parts of the world, including Cairns where dishes have been adapted to suit local palates.  As a large selection of fresh local seafood is available, you will find it features in Chinese restaurants all over the city. Cafe China located in the Cairns city More...
By LTN Team
73 - Posted: 2 Nov 2010
Viewing the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef from 500 feet above the water is a truly spectacular experience.  From the safety and comfort of a Cairns Seaplane, you are able to experience the natural wonders of the world in this region, with a bird's eye view.Cairns Seaplanes have been operating More...
By DERM
74 - Posted: 27 Oct 2010
Fitzroy Island, 29km south-east from Cairns, is a high (continental) island. Most of the 339ha is protected as national park. The fringing reef and coral beaches are protected as part of the Great Barrier Reef Coast and the Great Barrier Reef marine parks. The island holds special significance for the Gurabana More...
By LTN Team
102 - Posted: 21 Oct 2010
The Cairns International and Domestic Airports are located 7km north of the Cairns city centre, a 10-15 minute drive.  To get to your accommodation you can either catch a taxi with the local Black & White taxi company or get a shared coach transfer that offers door-to-door drop off service from More...
By LTN Team
88 - Posted: 20 Oct 2010
Located at the Marlin Marina in tropical Cairns is the Pier.  Overlooking the Trinity Inlet, the recently refurbished Pier has over 100 speciality shops and restaurants.  Some of the most popular and highest rated restaurants in Cairns are located on the boardwalk of the Pier, overlooking the scenic More...
By LTN Team
81 - Posted: 18 Oct 2010
The Esplanade in Cairns, located in beautiful Tropical North Queensland is a popular place for both locals and visitors to the region.  The Cairns Esplanade stretches over 2.5km alongside mudflats alive with birdlife facing the sea, complete with a boardwalk for people to take in the great relaxed More...
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