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    <title>Cairns News</title>
    <link>http://www.cairnsinfo.com//cairns-accommodation/Absolute Beachfront/1626/news</link>
    <description>Latest tourism news for Cairns and surrounding areas direct from the industry.</description>
    <copyright>Copyright 2008 Travstar.com Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.</copyright>    
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        <title>Focus on Feedback</title>
        <link>http://www.cairnsinfo.com//cairns-accommodation/Absolute Beachfront/1626/news#884</link>
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        &quot;Cannot recommend this trip highly enough! The North Johnstone River is untouched and breath-takingly stunning and rafting and camping is the best way to experience this paradise. The rafting guides were awesome, the food was great and the rapids are exhilerating and the helicopter ride to the put-in is amazing. I would have to rate this as one of the best trips I have ever done!&quot; Katie Slee, AustraliaKatie travelled on the North Johnstone Rafting trip on the 2nd May '08. The 4 Day Expedition is rated one of the Top 10 wilderness adventures in the world, and is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! 
With limited frequency of departures, restricted group sizes and stringent National Park permits, the North Johnstone River and surrounding ancient rainforests are preserved for all time, enabling rafters a rare glimpse of a very precious and untouched part of North Queenslands World Heritage Rainforests.Next Departures:
May: 16-19June: 6-9July: 4-7For further details and video on this exciting trip please click here        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Thursday, May 08 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Team Feedback</title>
        <link>http://www.cairnsinfo.com//cairns-accommodation/Absolute Beachfront/1626/news#888</link>
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        The travstar team escaped the office last Thursday for a night of adventures at Flames of the Forest...

We were kept guessing as to the whereabouts of our dining location as we took a dirt track off the highway to a special clearing in the rainforest lit up by candles and tiki flares. A huge candelabra and lit up trees added to the mystical atmosphere. We enjoyed a welcome glass of champagne plus really tasty oysters before being surprisingly greeted by a local Indigenous fella who chatted to us very lively in his native language before showing us to our beautiful dining location.
Set beside a flowing creek the location was magic. Candles were lit up along the stream and it was awesome to have this as our backdrop to such a wonderful dinner. The dishes served were out of this world! Pumpkin &amp;amp; wattleseed bush damper, crocodile &amp;amp; mango on coral lettuce, rocket &amp;amp; toasted macadamia nut salad, locally caught tiger prawns with jackfruit remoulade, it was weird but wonderful at the same time!&amp;nbsp; 
During dinner two local Aboriginal brothers Bilgamu (crocodile)&amp;nbsp;and Gurrba (fish)&amp;nbsp;a.k.a Gary and Robert introduced us to some Aboriginal culture with a Dreamtime story about the duck, water rat and platypus. I don't want to give the story away so you'll have to visit Flames of the Forest if you want to hear how the platypus was created. It was a true cultural experience and even more so to be listening to the story in such untouched and significant surroundings. The atmosphere was just beautiful as the lights and power turned off for a few moments so we could enjoy the sounds of the rainforest at night and the peaceful running of the stream nearby.... 
To view further information about Flames of the Forest please&amp;nbsp;click here        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Thursday, May 08 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Spotlight on Skyrail</title>
        <link>http://www.cairnsinfo.com//cairns-accommodation/Absolute Beachfront/1626/news#867</link>
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        The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is a must do for touring option for all visitors to Cairns. Whether you have just a half day or a full day to visit the rainforest, Skyrail can take you deep into the heart of the rainforest in just over an hour.Where is Skyrail located?Skyrails Caravonica Terminal is located 15 minutes north of Cairns city and 50 minutes south of Port Douglas. 
How long is Skyrail?The Skyrail cableway is 7.5 kilometres long and has two rainforest mid-stations. 
How many people does a gondola carry?Each gondola seats up to 6 people (including infants). 
How long does a Skyrail experience take?To maximise your Skyrail experience, allow up to 1½ hours to complete a one-way journey, this includes spending time at the two rainforest mid-stations. Skyrail has two rainforest mid-stations, Red Peak and Barron Falls, which allow you to disembark from the gondola and explore the forest on boardwalks and easy access walkways. Complimentary Ranger guided boardwalk tours operate regularly at Red Peak Station and Barron Falls Station houses a fascinating Rainforest Interpretation Centre and spectacular look-outs. 
Is there much walking involved? You can walk as much or as little as you choose at Skyrails rainforest mid-stations. Red Peak has a 175 metre rainforest boardwalk and there is approximately 400 metres of gentle walkways at Barron Falls Station. 
What if its raining, can I still experience Skyrail and the rainforest?The rainforest is at its best in the rain! Skyrail is spectacular on a fine day and amazing in the wet. Travelling through the mist in your fully enclosed gondola cabin, you will see the rainforest come to life in the rain, and there are complimentary umbrellas available at the mid-stations. 
Do I need to have a certain level of fitness to enjoy Skyrail?No. Skyrail is suitable for, and caters to, people of all ages and abilities. 
Can the Skyrail gondolas accommodate wheelchairs?Yes, Skyrail gondola cabins can accommodate most standard type wheelchairs. However, due to size restrictions and loading requirements, some types of wheelchairs can not be carried on the cableway.
For further information on Kuranda day trips including the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway please click here        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Wednesday, May 07 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>A Great Reason to Visit</title>
        <link>http://www.cairnsinfo.com//cairns-accommodation/Absolute Beachfront/1626/news#804</link>
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        Tropical North Queensland is like another world. It's one of those must-do holidays and if you've never seen it, then you're in for a pleasant surprise. It's home to the World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics Rainforests and the magnificent Great Barrier Reef.&amp;nbsp; 
Cairns city is a laid-back, yet cosmopolitan-style escape, offering access to exotic tropical cuisine, shopping, a taste of Aboriginal culture, and a range of adventure touring options. With hundreds of day tours operating out of Cairns each day, you will never be short of something to do. You can learn to snorkel or dive, go white water rafting, reef fishing, or take the bungee jump plunge. Or you can indulge in more laid-back pleasures like floating over the lush rainforest of the Atherton Tablelands in a hot air balloon or teeing off amid swaying palm trees overlooking the Coral Sea. 
The palm tree-studded Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour simply buzzes. The choice and quality of restaurants and cafés is amazing. You will find everything from coffee shops and ice creameries to bistros, wine bars, seafood restaurants and colourful night markets.
The drive from Cairns to Port Douglas affords some of the best coastal scenery in Australia. En route you will discover Cairns' idyllic northern beaches. Drop into Yorkey's Knob, Machans, Trinity, Holloways and Ellis Beaches, or the stylish village of Palm Cove for a paddle, a cold ale and freshly cooked fish and chips overlooking the water. If you feel like a few quiet days of relaxation on the beach, accommodation ranges from well-appointed, self-contained beach front or beachside units and apartments, to comfy cabins and caravans with uninterrupted water views.         ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Sunday, April 20 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Latest Launches!</title>
        <link>http://www.cairnsinfo.com//cairns-accommodation/Absolute Beachfront/1626/news#807</link>
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        Edit our Region Guide!
We need some help in the Travstar office to keep our region guide up to date. Its a big job and with so many beautiful areas and hidden spots we need the help of locals and tourists alike to ensure the information we provide is accurate and up to date.
For those who love the region as much as we do, polish up on your creative writing skills and hit the edit button on the category you would like to update. Your contribution will be sent through to us where we will check to ensure it is suitable before publishing on our website.
Share your ideas and experiences with the world!
Just click on the &quot;edit this page&quot; button at the bottom of each page.
Click here to&amp;nbsp;go to&amp;nbsp;the Cairns Region Guide        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Sunday, April 20 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Focus on Feedback</title>
        <link>http://www.cairnsinfo.com//cairns-accommodation/Absolute Beachfront/1626/news#799</link>
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        Just writing to say a huge THANK YOU for the wonderful holiday we just had. It was so easy and went like a dream. There was not one hitch and we had a ball. I will certainly use you and recommend your service as all your suggestions were spot on.&amp;nbsp;Feedback on our day tours:-The Tablelands was the best value for money and fun filled amazing tour day. This is well worth recommending if people want heaps of food beautiful waterfalsls and the castle park was unreal.&amp;nbsp;The Quicksilver was the best value for seeing the reef and excellent treatment and fussing over , very impressed with the level of professionalism. They did not try to constantly get more money and suggested eating after we snorkelled as there was plenty of time. They also included a free guided tour so we knew what we were looking at. If people are in Port Douglas the outer reef with this company would probably be of the same standard and better to do than the one we did from Cairns.&amp;nbsp;We did have a great time and the helicopter was unreal. The reef is unbelievable and we could not have had a better time. We spent the whole time in the water so we swam for almost 2 hours and just made the 2.30 cutoff. I wouldnt have cared if I did miss lunch.&amp;nbsp;I really loved the way you had it so easy for me and the most I had to do was walk out the door and hand over a voucher.&amp;nbsp;You live in a fantastic diverse place and I we were thrilled to experience all you had to offer.&amp;nbsp;It was&amp;nbsp; a pleasure to put a face to our phone calls. &amp;nbsp;Thank you again for a memorable holiday.&amp;nbsp;Leanne and Barry Sharp         ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Thursday, April 17 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Latest Launches!</title>
        <link>http://www.cairnsinfo.com//cairns-accommodation/Absolute Beachfront/1626/news#785</link>
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        Welcome to Travstar and the official launch of our NEW Travstar news! We aim to keep you updated on the latest tourism news in Cairns from regional updates to new launches, press releases and the latest advice. We also aim to keep you updated on the latest events here at travstar.com. We will feature our new incentives, new package deals, focus on the latest feeback from our clients and spotlight on our favourite tours and accommodation giving you our real thoughts and experiences.
Did you know Travstar is located right here in Cairns? We are Cairns' biggest and longest running online travel specialist servicing the whole of the Far North Region. Our team consists of 7 friendly Cairns locals all budding holiday enthusiasts, who are excited to share with you what our special region has to offer.
We want to make your holiday an experience of a lifetime and we can offer you the latest advice and recommendations to tailor make your holiday to your personal needs.
We are proud to be members of the Travel Compensation Fund, Australian Federation of Travel Agents, International Air Transport Association and Tropical Tourism North Queensland, so you can be assured your holiday is in safe hands!
Our office is open 7 days a week from 7:00am - 6:00pm. If you need some holiday advice just give us a call on 1800 663 396.
Happy Travels!
Travstar Team        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Friday, April 11 2008</pubDate>
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