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  • 3 day Cairns food trail

    Craving fresh air away from city life? Savour a weekend escape and taste the flavours of the tropics on this three day Cairns food trail.

  • These avocado toast dishes in Cairns will gauc your world

    In wake of Australia’s avocado oversupply it’s time to start smashing avos – literally. Avo great start to the day with these avocado toast dishes in Cairns.

  • Stunning waterfront bars in Tropical North Queensland

    Beaches and bars are a match made in heaven – especially in the tropics, where any excuse to down a cool beverage is welcomed. Here are some of the coolest waterfront and beach bars Tropical North Queensland has to offer.

  • The Ultimate Guide to Dining in Cairns Suburbs

    You certainly won’t find all of Cairns’ best restaurants and cafes along the esplanade strip – some can be found in the most unexpected of suburban streets. Get off the beaten track, so to speak, with this ultimate eating guide to suburban dining in FNQ.

  • Cassowary Coast Events

    Mission Beach and the Cassowary Coast may be known for its emerald rainforest, untouched beaches and fresh produce, but did you know that it also has a thriving events scene? From foodie fests to barra bashes, here’s the annual events in Mission Beach and the Cassowary Coast to add to your calendar.

  • Highlights of Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) 2023

    CIAF is one of Australia’s premier Torres Strait Island and Aboriginal art events including an ethical art market, cultural performances and more.

  • Harrisons Restaurant

    Revel in the unique tastes of North Queensland produces curated with a hint of the British heritage of acclaimed Chef [more…]

  • Daintree Bar

    Connect with guests, locals and visitors as you raise a glass to the past as you make a toast to [more…]

  • Feast Restaurant

    Enjoy an abundant buffet breakfast, delicious à la carte lunch or authentic Italian dinner, overlooking the resort’s swaying palm trees [more…]

  • Taste your way along the Cassowary Coast

    Tasting your way along the Cassowary Coast’s bountiful tropical food trail will satisfy any food lovers appetite. From orchards laden with exotic fruits to seafood buffets on tropical islands, you’ll be making all sorts of stops along the way. So pack your hampers and make room in your car boot, we’re taking you foraging!

  • Port Douglas breakfast & brunch spots to tuck into

    If your holiday hobbies include eating and thinking about the next time you’ll be eating then this list of bucket list breakfasts is worth waking up for. From mouth-watering breakfasts to boozy brunches, brekkie in Port Douglas is anything but your standard bacon and eggs.

  • Port Douglas events to add to your calendar

    Port Douglas has golden beaches, stunning rainforest landscapes and friendly locals, but did you know it also hosts amazing events? Plan your trip around these Port Douglas events to truly experience what the region has to offer.

  • Food & drink events to sink your teeth into

    Eat and drink your way through 2022 with these tongue-tingling Tropical North Queensland food and drink events.

  • A guide to Port Douglas restaurants

    Eat your way around Port Douglas as local food blogger Foodvixen shares the ultimate guide to Port Douglas restaurants.

  • Day trip ideas for Southern Cairns

    If you’re into adventure and nature, point your compass south and explore Cairns’ under-the-radar southern corridor – a region of breathtaking natural beauty with a whole lot of country charm.

  • 50 must-do day trips from Cairns

    While Cairns itself is known for its laid back city vibes and stunning esplanade, the Great Barrier Reef, rainforest, waterfalls and quirky townships are just a stone’s throw away. Grab a pen and paper and add these day trips from Cairns to your holiday bucket list.

  • The Savannah Way

    The Savannah Way is an epic, two-state, one-territory, 3,700km journey across the top of Australia. You can take a section of the drive in Tropical North Queensland between Cairns on the coast and Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park close to the Northern Territory border – a distance of about 1,700km.

  • Lava Tubes, Gems and Gorges

    Discover real Australia and find a landscape shaped by ancient volcanoes and the powerful forces of nature as you travel from Undara to the Lynd Junction along the Savannah Way.

  • The Great Barrier Reef Drive

    Welcome to the loveliest little drive in Queensland. Short but oh-so-sweet, the Great Barrier Reef Drive covers just 140km in a straight line north from Cairns to Cape Tribulation via Port Douglas.

  • A guide to Trinity Beach

    Located just 30 minutes north of Cairns, Trinity Beach is a relaxed seaside village waiting to be explored.

  • Miss Chief Bar and Eatery

    Perched above the hustle of Cairns, immerse yourself in the lush surrounds of Miss Chief Bar and Eatery, an intimate [more…]

  • Your guide to the Cairns Esplanade Dining Precinct

    The iconic Cairns Esplanade has had a major makeover. Enjoy a new and improved esplanade dining experience by visiting the Cairns Esplanade Dining Precinct.

  • Eat & sip your way through these Tropical North Queensland bars & restaurants

    From cooking classes, to backstreet breweries, food writer Fiona Donnelly shares the culinary and mixology diversities of Tropical North Queensland

  • The Great Green Way

    Stretching between Cairns and Townsville, this under-the-radar route can be completed in four hours, but is best enjoyed over a couple of days so you can soak up the region’s spectacular natural assets and relaxed friendly vibe.

  • 48 hours in Cairns

    Some destinations, like people, are overachievers and the capital of Tropical North Queensland, Cairns, stands out for all the right reasons.  

  • Tasting the Tablelands

    From speciality cheeses to coffee liqueur, Tim Richards enjoys a day of chasing culinary delights on the Atherton Tablelands.