After Cairns, we ventured further north. First, to Palm Cove, which was as sleepy and relaxing as Cairns had been boisterous and neon-charged. Palm Cove was the kind of place where you lazed on the beach all day and then grabbed a bottle of wine to keep you company while you waited for the evening tide to come in. It was exactly what we needed.
Refreshed and reenergized from our day at Palm Cove, we pushed further north to Port Douglas. This place is undoubtedly a tropical paradise. I remember reading about it when forming our travel plans and thinking, “I really want to go there.” I’m happy to report that reality has lived up to my expectations. I’m in love.
In my estimation, Port Douglas is the quintessential northern Queensland town. It’s like being in a storybook. The beach seemingly stretches on forever. And in the distant horizon, mountains canopied with lush, emerald rainforest rise up to create a natural buffer from the rest of the world. The streets are lined with palms. The restaurants and pubs all boast sprawling verandas with oversized ceiling fans, all but begging you to stop in for a cool drink. I could easily, and quite happily, lose myself here forever.
We’ve been here for a couple of days now, and everything about our stay has been idyllic. We’ve spent our time just as you would expect to in a lazy resort town. We’ve spent countless hours playing frisbee and bocce ball on the beach. We enjoyed ice-cold beers in the late afternoon sun. In short, we’ve been in heaven.
Today, we head even further north, to Daintree National Park and Cape Tribulation, essentially the furthest north one can go in Queensland. I’m slightly nervous about encountering crocs, but am excited to see more. This area is supposed to be absolutely unique and simply stunning. I can’t wait!
Stay tuned for more…
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