If you’re visiting the Cairns and Port Douglas region is summer, you absolutely must check out some of our fresh water swimming spots. These are where the locals go to cool off and some, like Mossman Gorge, receive large numbers of tourists too. Families visit these jungle swimming holes because they are safe, there are […]
Visiting Port Douglas? Start Here.
Are you thinking of visiting Port Douglas? Good choice! Port Douglas is a beautiful part of the world and a top holiday destination. The town and region are rich in natural beauty, amazing wildlife and good hotels. We lived there for almost 7 years with young children, returning after visiting as a young backpackers. […]
Tips For Newcomers to Australia
If you are moving to Australia, welcome! We moved to Australia in 2007 from the UK. 2014 finds us travelling full-time but we’re officially based in Queensland, we still own our house there. We want to put more information on our blog for wannabe immigrants and expats, we have lots of useful info to share. […]
Is There a Beach in Cairns? Where to Swim or Cool Off.
Is There a Beach in Cairns? Cairns, Australia, is one of the stepping off points for snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, but is there a beach in Cairns? No, actually, there’s not. There is a pretty esplanade walkway and a narrow strip of sand but mostly Cairns has a busy estuary and salt water crocodiles, […]
Great Food in Cairns! Rusty’s Market
Looking for a foodie treat in Cairns or this area of Far North Queensland? I’ve posted about London’s Borough Market before, well this is our local version when we’re at home in Port Douglas, Rusty’s Market is not to be missed! It’s fabulous, every type of fruit and veg you could possibly imagine, mostly tropical, […]
Paleo Food In Cairns
Healthy, Delicious Paleo Food In Cairns. We’ve just been on a mission to try the new cafe serving paleo food in Cairns. It’s an hour in the car from Port Douglas to Cairns, a long way to go for lunch, but I was really excited to try out the Paleo Cafe on Grafton St. Cairns. […]
Stinger Season in Cairns and Port Douglas
Stinger season Cairns, Port Douglas, the Great Barrier Reef area and the whole of Far North Queensland is something you need to be aware of. Insider knowledge on how to be safe, for you and your kids is essential. Dates for Stinger Season vary, fixed dates don’t exist. but if you’re heading to Queensland in […]
