Far North Queensland is one of the best Australia vacation spots for families. I am constantly surprised by how many Australians tell me that they have never been here – are they crazy? It is such a beautiful part of the world to have on your doorstep, and Port Douglas with its stunning beaches, incredible […]
The Best Restaurants in Port Douglas, Australia
Port Douglas is one of our favourite places for Queensland family holidays. There are so many things to do with kids in Port Douglas, and the tropical beaches and weather are all perfect ingredients for an amazing family vacation. But what really blew me away the first time I visited this tropical haven, was the […]
Things to Do in Cairns with Kids
We love Northern Queensland – it is one of our favourite destinations for an Australia family holiday. It has an amazing tropical climate, beautiful beaches, and a stunning rainforest close by. Many people choose to base themselves in Cairns when visiting Northern Queensland. There are so many things to do in Cairns for families – […]
Things to do in Kuranda
The picturesque mountain retreat of Kuranda is around 25km northwest of Cairns and a Kuranda day trip is one of the best things to do near Cairns. Known as ‘The Village in the Rainforest’, Kuranda is surrounded by beautiful World Heritage Rainforest, giving the village a peaceful and laid-back vibe, despite the hordes of tourists […]
What do in Sunshine Coast Queensland
The beautiful Sunshine Coast Queensland is famed for its fabulous beaches and amazing natural attractions. It is one of Australia’s most popular holiday destinations, particularly with families. We are excited to welcome fellow mum on the move Melissa from Thrifty Family Travels to guest post for us on what to do in Sunshine Coast Queensland. […]
Hotel Review: Alamanda Palm Cove, Australia
I will wax lyrical to anyone who will listen about how fantastic Northern Queensland is for a family holiday. There is so many things to do in Northern Queensland with kids, from exploring the Great Barrier Reef and rainforest, to cuddling koalas, riding cable cars and playing on endless miles of white sandy beaches. We […]
Hotel Review: Peppers Beach Club, Port Douglas
We recently checked into the Peppers Beach Club in Port Douglas, in Australia’s Far North Queensland. This luxury all-suite hotel is a great choice for a family vacation. Its spacious suites are more like self-contained apartments, it is a short walk from all of Port Douglas’ amenities, and right round the corner from the famous […]