... get the most of our vacation we may have to take on the greatest risk. Please -- any feedback regarding alternative destinations to consider that might provide similarly rewarding diversity would be greatly appreciated. As would any feedback regarding the potential risks and rewards of Cairns in February. Thank you all ... more

... a great place to stay if you have a rental car. Without a rental car I would stay in Cairns. I think your kids would enjoy the Cairns Esplanade lagoon to swim in as well. There's plenty of great restaurants to choose from without the Palm Cove price tag ... more

... Guam from a two week vacation in New ... ... and I would love to do the Kuranda railway as well as the skyrail. So, is a rental car really necessary if we stay in Cairns? And are four days long enough for a good taste of Cairns and the surrounding areas ... more

... up getting a time share vacation rental week a Breakfree Royal Harbour Resort- (i had read in other reviews that there were kids everywhere) I tis right opposite espslanade and I got a week for $759 NZ. as the rooms seem more hotel and 1 bedroom I am hoping it ... more

... hotels part way through a vacation. You'll also have at least a 3 hour gap between checking out and checking back in. And if I had to pack up for 2 other people, I'd enjoy it even less. There are several accomodations in Palm Cove and Port Douglas ... more

Thanks all! We are now arranging a house rental just outside Port Douglas, and will pick up a car from the airport! Thanks for all your comments! Siobhan ... more

... something unique or interesting - no. Rental Cars - a visit to the travel center for advise, a few brochures and maps offer a rich alternative. So you might try a little of both. I commented that the only thing I did not see a tour for was to the "Outhouse". Found ... more