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Port Douglas [1] is a town on the coast of Queensland North of Cairns, near Daintree National Park.

[edit] Get in

A lovely resort town, which can only be reached by road (it's about one hour drive from Cairns airport). It's best known for its "four mile beach". Macrossan street is where the action is.

Port Douglas is arguably the best place from which to take off for your trip to the Great Barrier Reef. The quality of the marine life and also the clarity of the water is superior here as the human population dwindles the further north you go.

Port Douglas is also ideal for a day trip to the Daintree Rainforest, with Cape Tribulation a 90 minute drive on well maintained sealed roads.

Port Douglas maintains a village feel, as it is a town where the Palm Trees are taller than the buildings and you can meander through the town to do some shopping, or enjoy a wide variety of cafes, pubs, restaurants & bars, ranging from those offering excellent value to world class cuisine.

[edit] Get around

There are 2 bus systems that will take you into town for $5 dollars round trip. The return ticket is only good with the bus company you went in to town with. On Wednesdays and Sundays there is a small train that runs into town. Tours to the reef or rain forest pick you up at your hotel.

Buses go past 4 times per hour from 7am til around midnight.

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While there are a number of expensive places in Port Douglas, there are also some great cheaper options to allow everyone to rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Port Douglas!

Lychee Tree Holiday Apartments is one such place. It has 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments and is excellent value, a bit of a best kept secret waiting to be told! It is an easy 4 minute walk to Four Mile Beach and is 10-15 minutes walk to town. There is a great pool, and generally a very easy going relaxed environment. The apartments are huge and it is spotlessly clean. A great alternative for singles, couples, families, and even backpackers wanting to have a break from sharing facilities at a hostel.

• Lychee Tree Holiday Aparmtents, 95 Davidson Street (On the left as you come into town, just past the fire & ambulance stations), ☎ +617 4099 5811 (info@lychee-tree.com.au), [2]. Check in: 2pm; Check out: 10am. $75-$215 AUD.  edit

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It is the place where the reef meets the rainforest, a tropical wonderland of diversity.

Port Douglas provides the best access for the Great Barrier Reef and also the Daintree Rainforest. Another great day trip is also the nearby Atherton Tablelands. Three remarkably different experiences all placed within easy reach.

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Port Douglas really is the perfect place to laze or launch! From chilling out on the magnificent Four Mile Beach ( yes - it is really long ) to diving, bush walking, fishing or mountain biking, the list of first class activities is endless.

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Port Douglas plays host to a weekly Sunday Market where everything from fresh tropical fruit & Vegetables, to clothes, jewellery and gifts for those unfortunate enough to be with you in Port Douglas!

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There are plenty of restaurants on Macrossan street. 2Fish, Zeus, The Living Room and Salsa restaurants on Wharf street (among others are also very lively in the evening. "On the Inlet" restaurant offers great sea food, including many barramundi recipes.

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The Iron Bar - good patter

For cocktail lovers, Watergate & Zinc are front runners.

[edit] Get out

Port Douglas is minutes away from the Great Barrier reef. Scuba diving or snorkeling is a must. A trip to the outer edge of the reef will take between one and two hours on fast boats. Most boats, like the Quick Silver, Calypso, Poseidon, Haba or Aristocat will go the Agincourt Ribbon reef. Port Douglas is also close to the Daintree National Park and Cape Tribulation. See the rain forest and its eco-system in Daintree forest or Mossman gorges. Watch out for crocodiles! Cape Tribulation and its pristine tropical beach is a dream.

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