56K views · 144 reactions | Explore your own patch of paradise with this helicopter tour over the Great Barrier Reef  | Qantas | Facebook

Take to the skies on a breathtaking helicopter scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef, then touch down at an outer reef pontoon for an unforgettable day on the water! Planning a trip to the reef in the coming days? Fly/Cruise packages are available daily from Cairns and Port Douglas. Seats are limited, so secure your adventure before they’re gone! | Nautilus Aviation

For years, Cairns Harbourside Hotel has been a favourite stay for travellers in tropical North Queensland. Here are six reasons why we loved it. First, the views. From our 7th-floor King Bed Sea Front Suite, we watched stunning sunrises and sunsets over the Trinity bay and Esplanade. Second, the food. With a modest budget, we tried so many dishes-from battered fish and chips to prawn linguine— every bite was worth it. Third, the fitness vibes. Joggers along the harbour will motivate you, or you