Port Douglas Information
Port Douglas is one of Australia’s most important international tourist destinations and a haven for southern Australians seeking some respite from the southern winter. Port Douglas is located in North Queensland just north of Cairns along one of Australia’s most spectacular coastal roads. The road follows the coast and there are numerous stops and lookouts to take in the beauty of the Coral Sea coastline. Port Douglas lies on an estuary which provides a well protected port and a busy marina with charter boats coming and going continually to the Great Barrier Reef and on extended fishing and diving trips. Port Douglas is also situated just south of the Daintree rainforest and there are a host of Port Douglas tours available to visit this pristine wilderness area.
Port Douglas is extremely easy to access. There is both a domestic and an international airport with regular flights from many overseas destinations as well as a host of services from all Australian destinations. Nearly all Port Douglas accommodation providers have a pick up service from the airport however there are also local limousine and shuttle bus services that operate on a regular basis. Port Douglas has a terrific central shopping area centered around McCrossan St and the marina precinct. It has a great holiday atmosphere and there are lots of things to do. Souvenir shops and quality boutiques abound. There is a really good selection of excellent restaurants and cafes and everything is within walking distance from most of the accommodation. The town area is filled with quality accommodation consisting mostly of hotels and self servicing apartment style and guest house style accommodation. Just out from the main shopping precinct you will find some world standard golfing resorts and many other luxury resort style properties.
A holiday in Port Douglas will be rewarding and relaxing. The accommodation is wonderful, the region is full of fantastic places to visit and experience and the weather leaves nothing to be desired. During the southern summer the weather is tropical and during the winter it is sensational with day time temperature around 26 to 28 degrees Celsius. As Port Douglas is situated on an inlet, aquatic activities are predominant. There is a great beach with enclosed swimming areas and every resort has a sensational swimming pool. Some are so big you can row a boat around in them. Diving and snorkeling is second to none with the Great Barrier Reef close offshore and a wide choice of cruises and charters to take you there. Let us help you plan and book your next Port Douglas holiday for you now.
