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Cairns Ultimate Getaway
The Cairns Ultimate Getaway 6 night package offers the ultimate in value, price, inclusions and relaxation while enjoying the best that Cairns has to offer.
3 Nights at Shangri-La
3 Nights Green Island
Barrier Reef Tour
Kuranda Train Skyrail
FROM $1013 PER PERSON
UNBEATABLE!
SAVE $1340
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Shangri - La Cairns
Shangri-La Cairns is situated at the Marlin Marina connected to the Pier shopping complex and adjacent to the Reef Fleet Terminal.
STAY 3 PAY 2
*FREE Upgrade to Bay View*
*FREE Bottle of sparkling*
From
$187
per night
* Save from $280 * 
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The Lakes Resort & Spa
CAIRNS MOST POPULAR RESORT
The Lakes Resort and Spa 4 ½ star resort located beside the magnificent Cairns Botanical Gardens offering full resort facilities and spacious apartments.
STAY 7 PAY 5
1 Bedroom Apartments
from 
$114
per night
2 Bedroom Apartments
from $129 per night
BOOK BEFORE 29TH FEB
STAYS TO 30TH JUNE
Book before 29/February/2012
Stay between now and 30/June/2012

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Fitzroy Island Resort
Fitzroy Island Resort is on the fringing Great Barrier Reef  just 45 minutes from Cairns by ferry.
STAY 3 PAY 2
from $87 per night
Book before 29/February/2012
Stay between now and 31/March/2012

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Southern Cross
Southern Cross is a modern tropical oasis set amongst the city! Only 100 metres from the largest shopping centre in the city and only a short stroll to the Esplanade
STAY 7 PAY 5
1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS
from $93 per night
Book before 29/February/2012
Stay between now and 30/April/2012

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The Lakes Family Fun
FAMILY FUN PACKAGE
$1648 per family
(2a 2c) to 31st Mar
$1688 per family (2a 2c) after 1st April
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
7 nights accommodation
at
The Lakes Cairns Resort
Two bedroom apartment
Fully Self-Contained
Green Island day tour
Kuranda day tour
Hartley's Crocodile tour
Return Airport transfers
(Price increases to $1875 after 1st April)
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Stay between now and 30/June/2012

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Ultimate Cairns & Port Package
Ultimate Cairns & Port Douglas
Enjoy 7 nights of absolute luxury. With warm tropical skies, gourmet dining and luxurious accommodation you will never want to leave...
PACKAGE INCLUDES
-3 NIGHTS GREEN ISLAND
-OUTER BARRIER REEF DAY TOUR
-4 NIGHTS SHERATON MIRAGE
-BREAKFAST DAILY
only $1119per person
SAVE $1913!
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4 Night Tropical Treat
4 Night Tropical Treat
This package offers a quality Cairns experience at a fraction of the normal price.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
4 Nights Ocean View Room
Reef experience inc. Intro dive
Hot Air Ballooning
Kuranda Train & Skyrail

from $699 per person
SAVE $460!
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Reef & Island Fun
New Fitzroy Island Package!
Fitzroy Island is fringed with pretty coral gardens in the ocean and a hiking trail up to the lighthouse. Enjoy the many activities the island has to offer such as Sea Kayaking and snorkelling.
3 NIGHTS AT
FITZROY ISLAND
BARRIER REEF TOUR
RETURN TRANSFERS FROM CAIRNS
from $672 per couple
SAVE $453!
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City Quays
City Quays is a inner city apartment complex in Cairns, offering stylish and modern Hotel Rooms and Apartments.
STAY 4 PAY 3
from $99 per night
Book before 29/February/2012
Stay between now and 30/June/2012

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Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
The Reef Hotel Casino is a boutique casino, sophisticated entertainment, innovative and diverse dining, and relaxing leisure facilities complement the hotels elegant accommodation.
STAY 3 PAY 2!
from $187 per night
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Rainforest & Island Relaxation
6 NIGHT RAINFOREST & ISLAND RELAXATION PACKAGE
Combine 3 nights Green Island Resort & 3 nights Daintree Eco Lodge. 
An unforgetable holiday with breakfast daily, an Outer Barrier Reef trip and a 1/2 hour massage.
from $1299 /person
SAVE $1034!
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Queenslander Family Fun
The 4 Night Queenslander Family Fun is a great option for Families looking to explore the Tropics without spending a small fortune. We have packaged together 4 nights accommodation and 3 days of activities which will give your family a great overall North Queensland experience.
4 NIGHTS/ 3 TOURS
FAMILY PACKAGE 
from $1075
SAVE $415
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Piermonde Apartments
Piermonde Inner City luxury apartments.
STAY 7 PAY 5
from $196 per night
Book before 29/February/2012
Stay between now and 30/June/2012

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Waters Edge
Waters Edge is a stunning property located right on the Cairns Esplanade directly opposite Muddys Playground, and just a short walk to the marina, lagoon pool and restaurants.
STAY 5 PAY 4
from $216 per night
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Bay Village Cairns

Studio, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apts
  • Tropical Atmosphere
  • Free Airport Transfers 7am -7pm
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Based on 31 ratings

Bay Village is a Tropical Resort property located within easy walking distance to the famous Cairns esplanade and city.  The resort boasts a la carte dining, a free form swimming pool, poolside cocktail bar, guest laundry and tropical gardens...more info

Southern Cross

Budget property with Resort facilities in the city
  • Lap pool, Lagoon pool & Spa
  • Convenient city location
Popularity 
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Based on 232 ratings

The Southern Cross Atrium Apartments feature Studio, One and Two bedroom apartments combining the convenience and energy of a Cairns inner city location and only steps from the major shopping precinct of Cairns...more info

Cairns Queenslander

Budget Studios & Two Bedroom Apartments
  • Close to Cairns Esplanade
  • Great for Families!
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Based on 55 ratings

The Cairns Queenslander is designed in colonial Queensland style architecture and provides affordable accommodation for one to six adults. Families are most welcome! Children to 14 yrs incl can stay free using existing bedding. The property is within easy walking distance to the Cairns Esplanade...more info

Cairns Central Apts

City Studio's & Apartments. Roof top pool!
  • Close to shopping centre
  • Studios & Apartments
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Based on 54 ratings

Cairns Central Apartments Luxuriously appointed Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartment hotel.  All contemporary Apartments and Studios are spacious and light filled with varying outlooks including City Scapes, Ocean and Mountain views.

...more info

Discovery Cairns

Conveniently located budget hotel rooms
  • Excellent value
  • Central location
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Based on 159 ratings

Discovery Cairns is a great option for those on a budget who want to be centrally located in Cairns City. The complex comprises of 53 Standard, Superior and Family rooms featuring Queen or Twin bedding ...more info

The Balinese

Budget Motel including airport transfers 7am-7pm
  • Light continental breakfast
  • Communal Kitchen
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Based on 32 ratings

The Balinese is located only a short walk from the city centre and a parallel street from the Cairns Esplanade. They offer budget motel style apartments ...more info

Floriana Guest House

Traditional Budget Guest House
  • Heritage Listed Building
  • Esplanade | FREE Wi Fi
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Based on 36 ratings

Situated on the esplanade with the front balcony rooms looking out to the coral sea Floriana is a popular budget guesthouse. It is 20 mins walk to town and is perfect for singles or couples looking for a stay in a charming older style Art Deco 1930's guesthouse ...more info

Gilligan's Backpackers

Backpacker Resort
  • Pool Bar & Great Music
  • CBD location
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Based on 30 ratings

Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort was designed with Backpackers in mind. This innovative traveller's haven offers the ultimate experience in budget accommodation and on site leisure activities in the heart of downtown Cairns....more info

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3 Day Reef, Kuranda,CapeTrib

Great Deal!
3 full Day tours to our famous world heritage Reef & Rainforest.

Outer Barrier Reef Cruise 
Cape Trib 4WD Safari
Kuranda Train & Skyrail
from $390 per adult

including Enviro. Management Levy

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The Adventure Company

Cape Trib Safari includes Rainforest Habitat Sanctuary, Daintree River Cruise and lunch.

from $139 per adult
save $20 per person

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Sea Change Apartments

SUMMER SPECIAL
Stay 10 Pay 5
from $135 per night

SEA CHANGE BEACHFRONT APARTMENTS
5 Star Luxury Apartments
Fantastic Ocean Views
1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom apartments

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Cairns Getaway Package

Cairns Getaway Package!

-4 nights The Hotel Cairns
-Green Island Day trip
-Snorkel gear or Glass bottom boat 
-Kuranda Train/Skyrail - hotel transfers
-$10 Breakfast Vouchers daily per person
-Complimentary Smart Car! 
Only $399 per person
(based on 2 people sharing)
SAVE $96 per person
Book before 29th Feb & receive full breakfast daily and Deluxe Tower Room upgrade for only $39/person.
After 1st April $405 per person
(based on 2 people sharing)

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2 Day Package - Option 5

2 Day Reef, Kuranda Train & Skyrail Combo
- Osprey V Reef Cruise
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour
- Snorkelling Gear & lunch
- Kuranda Train & Skyrail
UNBEATABLE VALUE!

$210+$20 EMC p/p

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Sea Change Apartments

SEA CHANGE
BEACHFRONT APARTMENTS 
5 Star luxury Apartments
Fantastic Ocean Views

STAY 4 NIGHTS
from $169/night -Jan
from $159/night -Feb
INC. FREE CAR !

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2 day Cape Trib & Chillagoe

2 Day Cape Trib & Chillagoe Combo

- 1hour Daintree River Croc Spotting Cruise
- 4WD Bloomfield Track
- Mareeba Wetlands Cruise
- Chillagoe Caves
$340 per adult
*SAVE $20*

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Rum Runner Cairns

Rum Runner is a great value 2 Day / 1 Night liveaboard trip that carries a maximum of 16 passengers including all meals.

- Certified Divers -
- Up to 6 guided dives inc. night dive
- Snorkellers -
- One FREE Intro Dive 

$280
inc. all meals, reef levy etc

Book before 29/February/2012
Travel between now and 30/June/2012

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Tropical Reef & Rainforest

Bay Village
5 night Reef & Rainforest package

NEW PACKAGE!
-Studio Room
-Continental Breakfast daily
- FREE airport shuttle (7am-7pm)
-FREE 5 hours wireless internet
-FREE drink when dining
-Outer Barrier Reef
-Coral Viewing Tour
-Kuranda Train & Skyrail
-Cape Tribulation
-Rainforest Habitat
-Daintree River Cruise
from
 $695
person
save $281 person

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The Hotel Cairns

The Hotel Cairns Located one block from the famous Esplanade.

STAY 4 PAY 3
FREE USE OF SMART CAR
to explore the region
$10 BREAKFAST VOUCHER
from $108
per night
Upgrade to Deluxe Tower Room including full breakfast daily from $127.50/night.

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Sunset Cruise

Sunset Cruise & Dinner package  Enjoy a Sunset Cruise on 'MV Crocodile Explorer' followed by a 3 course meal at Dundee's on the Waterfront.

Includes:
- 1.5 hour Sunset Cruise on Trinity Inlet
- Welcome glass champagne
- Savoury nibbles
- 3 course set menu at Dundee's
(child - 2 course menu)
Only $77/ adult

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