While visiting Port Douglas, Australia, you will realize the true meaning of heaven on earth. You will experience relaxation, like never before with the wonderfully breath taking rainforests and coral seas. Port Douglas is only an hours drive from Cairns airport. It originally came to be as a means to service the goldfields.
Port Douglas was named after the Queensland Premier, John Douglas, in 1877. Originally it was used to transport gold in exchange for supplies. Gold mining was Port Douglas’ sole source of wealth for many years. In later years silver, sugar can and red cedar also made it’s contribution to the Ports wealth. However in 1911 there was a decline in gold and silver mining, and the Port began to fade, until it was hit by a cyclone, which turned Port Douglas in a wonderful fishing village.
There are many ways for you to take a further look into the history of Port Douglas. The Mossman Sugar mill will give you a first hand experience of the sugar milling process, and the Cooktowns Discovery Festival, every June, shows a re-enactment of the settling of Lt. James Cook in 1770. The Cooktown festival is an elaborate celebration with authentic costumes, gala ball, fire works and bull riding.
There are a variety of Port Douglas accommodation, to suit the needs of all travelers. There are five start accommodations for those that are looking for luxurious hotels or private homes. For a modest price accommodation, Port Douglas offers condominiums, villas, motels and apartments. If you are someone looking for adventure you can stay at the rainforest lodges, or caravan parks.
Port Douglas is also an area where there is something for everyone. You can spend the day at Four Mile Beach and enjoying fishing snorkeling and swimming. Head down to Macrossan Street for an afternoon of shopping, dining and an evening of fun in the dark. There are also 12 nearby beaches that you can visit, in local towns.
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