Cairns
It has a very laid-back atmosphere and sunny temperature all year round! The esplanade was under refurbishment when we were there in May where they were building bar-b-q areas, swimming lagoon and the boardwalk, which will be fabulous when finished.
There is so much to do in and around Cairns; Great Barrier Reef is a must do. I went on the helicopter ride over the reef which was amazing to see! Kuranda Scenic Train & Skyrail daytrip is also amazing (unless you do not like heights of course coming down on the skyrail!!!) My children's favourite was Hartley Crocodile Park, on the crocodile tour you get to touch and have your photo taken with a baby crocodile, and then on a boat trip you get to see crocodiles being fed!!! There are glass panels up on both sides of the boat obvioulsy!!
On the Sunday we were there at the Esplandade there was live music and everyone was lay on the grass relaxing listening to the music and sunbathing. We walked along the boardwalk and there was a fantastic water playground called MUDDYS for children which had climbing frames, slides and water fountains. The cafe next to it, Skippys, was also reasonably priced for children's meals and snacks!
There are plenty of restaurants to chose from to cater for all tastes and budgets, from seafood and steaks to an indoor market which has a food hall with 'help yourself' Thai, Chinese and steak! Kangaroo and crocodile is also available!!!
We all loved Cairns, the weather was great, there was lots to see and do I would not hesitate to recommend to other families or couples thinking of going there!
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