Cairns, located in northern Queensland, is the major hub for tourists visiting the Great Barrier Reef. There are endless boat/cruise choices. My friends and I chose the single day Passions of Paradise cruise. Cairns also has a bustling nightlife. We joined a bar crawl that took us to a handful of bars.
To Do:
Visit the Great Barrier Reef
Relax at the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
Bars:
Gilligan’s
Heritage
Pullmans
Sanctum
Accommodations:
Gilligan’s (party central; if you’re a light sleeper, find somewhere else)
Original Post Date: Aug 18, 2015