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Inside Background
Culture 
The culture of Cairns is focused on the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics...
Last edited: 15 June 2008
Health & Safety 
When compared to other large cities, Cairns is actually a pretty safe place for...
Last edited: 13 June 2006
History 
The first European explorer to land at what is now Cairns was Captain James...
Last edited: 15 June 2006
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: 17 January 2007
Tourist Board Info 
The "official" tourism organzation for the Cairns Region is:- Tourism Tropical...
Last edited: 20 October 2009
Weather & When to Go 
As Cairns is part of the tropical far north, it does get hot and sticky during...
Last edited: 10 September 2008
Cairns vs Port Douglas: Which is better? 
If you're wondering where to base yourself for your tropical north Queensland...
Last edited: 25 September 2008
Suggested Itineraries 
Here are a few ideas depending on how long you have to spend in Cairns: If you...
Last edited: 17 October 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Most visitors will arrive at the Cairns International Airport ( CNS ). Both...
Last edited: 30 December 2006
Getting Around 
Cairns CBD is small enough to walk around and is laid out in an easy grid...
Last edited: 22 June 2006
Public Transportation 
Bus  There is only one company that provides bus services in and around Cairns...
Last edited: 27 January 2007
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
  A fantastic Great Barrier Reef  trip  is a must do when visiting Cairns...
Last edited: 20 October 2009
Events & Festivals 
Tropical N orth Queensland      This Queensland Holidays website provides...
Last edited: 20 October 2009
Family Travel 
Although Cairns is generally thought of as a place where 20-somethings come to...
Last edited: 12 October 2009
Nightlife 
The nightlife in Cairns is busting at the seams with the thousands of...
Last edited: 20 October 2009
Off the Beaten Path 
Visit Chillagoe Caves - Queensland Outback It may depend on the weather and...
Last edited: 17 November 2009
The Performing Arts 
Tjupakai Aboriginal Cultural Park combines education and entertainment with...
Last edited: 15 June 2006
Shopping 
Souvenirs The main place to find your souvenir of Cairns is on the Esplanade...
Last edited: 11 May 2006
Sports & Activities 
There is so much in terms of outdoors activities in Cairns, the hardest part...
Last edited: 14 June 2006
Flying Doctor Visitor Centre 
Why is this worth doing? Many visitors pass through Cairns without learning...
Last edited: 10 October 2009
Food & Wine Tour - Atherton Tablelands 
Food and Wine Tours - Cairns Hinterland This tour is certainly off the beaten...
Last edited: 17 November 2009
Great Barrier Reef 
The Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest coral reef and home to an amazing...
Last edited: 20 October 2009
Scenic Drives: The Atherton Tablelands 
The Atherton Tablelands (also now called by their snazzy new title – the Cairns...
Last edited: 31 August 2006
Cairns Wildlife Dome 
Cairns Wildlife Dome is an all-weather wildlife exhibit enclosed by a 20 metre...
Last edited: 29 September 2008
Reef Experience 
  Reef experience is definitely unbelievable value for money. There is not many...
Last edited: 20 October 2009
Wait-a-While Rainforest Tours 
The Wait-a-While tour to Mt Lewis introduces you to a stunning and secluded...
Last edited: 11 August 2009
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Dining Overview 
Red Ochre Grill  43 Shields Street.  http://www.redoch... Phone 4051 0100 An...
Last edited: 20 October 2009
Limmy's- Tasty Malaysian! 
Limmy is at 80 Sheridan Street, and from the outside it doesn't look anything...
Last edited: 12 October 2009
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Inside Australia: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The Australian Dollar The Australian currency is the Australian Dollar ($1...
Last edited: 10 November 2009
Crossing the Border 
All foreign visitors must have a valid passport to enter Australia. All...
Last edited: 28 July 2009
Emergencies 
In Australia, the emergency call number is 000 . This number is a free call...
Last edited: 01 June 2006
Important Phrases 
Please and thank you can always stand anyone in good stead.  Here are a few...
Last edited: 10 June 2009
Telephones 
0011 is the International Access (Dialing) Code from within Australia. 61 is...
Last edited: 24 November 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
There are no mandatory gratuities or built in restaurant service charges of any...
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Australian Slang 
Be prepared and know the slang so you won't look like a drongo. Aerial Ping...
Last edited: 09 December 2009
Beach Safety 
Courtesy of www.slsa.com.au  The first rule of beach safety is: Always swim...
Last edited: 11 December 2009
Canberra Overview 
Canberra is the Capital of Australia and the seat of the Commonwealth...
Last edited: 20 September 2007
Customs 
Customs is a very important part of protecting Australia from foreign pests...
Last edited: 12 January 2008
Health & Safety 
Here are a few excellent sources of useful safety information for the great...
Last edited: 15 April 2009
KNOW - NO’S 
<><>F... about taking the overnight train trip (10/11 hours) from...
Last edited: 26 November 2006
Maps - Online 
The "Whereis" website provides online maps for most major cities & towns...
Last edited: 10 February 2007
Power and Appliances 
When bringing your appliances to Australia, you may need these 2 devices...
Last edited: 06 August 2009
Taxes 
Most goods in Australia are subject to a 10% GST (goods & services tax...
Last edited: 18 June 2006
Tips for DRIVING in Australia 
    Australians drive on the left-hand side of the road and use the metric...
Last edited: 13 December 2009
Traffic Camera Nightmares 
 Tourists need to be reminded that driving vast distances in this great country...
Last edited: 27 September 2009
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