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Cairns

Australia

Cairns

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People have been flocking to Cairns in search of treasure since the first gold rush. However, the prospectors of today come to mine the abundance of natural and environmental treasures that surround the city. With the tropical rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef in close proximity, Cairns attracts a young and intrepid crowd that adds to the vibrancy of this lively and welcoming city.
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Facts
Population:160,000
Currency:Australian Dollar (AUD) $1 = 100 cents
Emergency Numbers:000 (Police, Fire & Ambulance)
Newspapers:The Cairns Post: www.cairnspost.com.au
Website:www.cairns.qld.gov.au »
Opening Hours:Generally, stores & shopping centres are open 7 days a week. Late night shopping on Thursday nights until 9pm, Sunday 4pm–5pm. Closed only on Christmas Day.
Tourist Information:Cairns Tourist Information Centre Mantra Esplanade Cairns Corner Shields Street, Cairns City QLD www.cairnstouristinformation.com.au Daily 10am–6pm +61 7 4047 9123

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Cairns offers endless possibilities to explore, learn and meet interesting people. The nature is breathtakingly beautiful and the people friendly and helpful. There’s always something exciting going on and if you’re all adventured out, there are plenty of options when it comes to taking it easy, and hey — why not get a nice tan while you’re relaxing?
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Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef

No trip to Cairns would be complete without a day spent exploring the Great Barrier Reef. Composed of roughly 3,000 individual reefs, nearly 900 islands and coral cays, and home to an unparalleled array of marine life, Australia's Great Barrier Reef is one of the richest and most complex natural ecosystems on Earth. Whether you're a diver, snorkeler, or nature lover, there are plenty of reasons to include this natural world wonder in your Australia travel itinerary.

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Treetops Adventure in Cape Tribulation

Treetops Adventure in Cape Tribulation

Treetops Adventure is an exciting and adventurous way to experience the spectacular Daintree Rainforest with a guided zipline and tree platform tour. Being up there in the canopy gives you unparalleled access to the heart of the rainforest. Treetops Adventure is located on a private reserve 2.5 hours drive north of Cairns. The property borders the Daintree Cape Tribulation National Park and offers stunning rainforest vistas as well as views over the Great Barrier Reef.

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