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Whatever a holiday means to you, from luxury island resorts to eco-lodges, from champagne cruising to white-water rafting, you'll find it in Queensland's Tropical North.

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These islands are continental (hilly, not flat), either close to the coast (Dunk, Double, Bedarra & Orpheus) or close to the outer barrier reefs on the edge of the continental shelf (Lizard). They offer white coral sand beaches, sparkling blue waters and luxuriant fringing reefs. The resorts are generally small and isolated, very exclusive and amongst the world's best, all offering different indulgences in paradise.

Lizard Island Resort (40 rooms for guests 10+ years)
Great Barrier Reef - 60 mins by air north of Cairns
"An exclusive boutique style resort, undoubtedly one of Australia's premier resorts offering total indulgence in paradise... the island is remote, ruggedly beautiful and offers magnificent reefs, internationally renowned for its underwater adventures, superb cuisine, discreet yet attentive service and stunning natural environment."

Double Island Retreat (15 rooms)
Offshore from Palm Cove - 30 mins by road & launch north of Cairns
"Where the rich and famous escape to... just off-shore from Palm Cove in tropical North Queensland, this private retreat offers palm fringed sandy beaches and landscaped tropical gardens filled with exotic colour, scent and sound - a rare private domain."

Dunk Island Resort (146 rooms)
Great Barrier Reef - 35 mins by air, 3 hrs coach/launch south of Cairns
"Enjoy the best of both worlds with tropical wilderness and a superb range of resort facilities. With unique tracts of virgin rainforests, sweeping arcs of golden sands and lush tropical gardens, everything about Dunk Island says beauty, casual elegance and pure enjoyment."

Bedarra Island Resort (15 rooms for guests 16+ years)
Great Barrier Reef - 50 mins by air/launch, 3+ hrs coach/launch south of Cairns via Dunk Island
"One of Australia's most exclusive resorts, an indulgent tropical private hideaway lying off the coast of Cairns. Set in a secluded haven of tranquillity and beside the refreshing tropical oceans of North Queensland, this is an oasis of natural beauty where walking is the only form of transport."

Orpheus Island Resort (17 rooms, 4 suites for guests 10+ years)
Great Barrier Reef - 60 mins south of Cairns, 30 mins north of Townsville by seaplane.
"This exclusive adult hideaway offers the discerning traveller premium service, fine dining and total seclusion. With a limit of just 42 guests serviced by attentive but unobtrusive staff, it is a sophisticated first class retreat, enhanced by the exclusion of telephones, televisions, day-trippers and nightclubs."

Peppers Bloomfield Lodge (17 rooms for guests 12+ years)
Cape Tribulation - 2 hours by air & launch north of Cairns
"Nestled within the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest, the largest stretch of tropical rainforest left in Australia. Set on the shores of the Coral Sea it offers a unique and relaxing way to experience this magical part of Australia."

Silky Oaks Lodge & Healing Waters Spa (50 rooms for guests 10+ years)
Mossman River Gorge - 75 mins by road north of Cairns
"This is the Daintree's ultimate resort. An oasis of elegance and ease amidst the oldest living rainforest on earth. Silky Oaks Lodge Healing Waters Spa is inspired by our ancient and sacred river and rainforest."

Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa (15 rooms for guests 6+ years)
Daintree - 75 mins by road north of Cairns
"Australia's highest rated rainforest resort featuring a Spa and Relaxation Centre. the resort is set in an ecological miracle providing the utmost in accommodation, exquisite natural beauty, gourmet delights and an exciting array of adventures."

Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas Resort & Spa (395 rooms, suites & villas)
Port Douglas - 60 mins by road north of Cairns
"The ultimate in five star accommodation on 300 acres of tropical paradise at Port Douglas. The Sheraton Mirage is on idyllic Four-Mile Beach and situated between two World Heritage listed attractions, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Daintree Rainforest."

Mantra Treetops Resort (283 rooms, 20 suites)
Port Douglas - 60 mins by road north of Cairns
"Amongst the natural canopy of its own rainforest and a large lagoon pool, Mantra Treetops is a stunning retreat with all modern amenities... where birds of paradise abound, just a five minute drive from the village of Port Douglas and a short stroll to spectacular Four Mile Beach"

Mantra Links Resort (80 rooms, 9 suites)
Port Douglas - 60 mins by road north of Cairns
"Set in tropical gardens, surrounded by a magnificent golf course and fringed by tropical rainforest... whether you are looking for an active holiday, relaxation or golf, Mantra Links combines the best of both worlds by being close to the action yet provides a tranquil haven for you to come back to."

Thala Beach Lodge (85 rooms, 1 suite for guests 12+ years)
Between Cairns & Port Douglas - 35 mins by road north of Cairns
"On a private peninsular overlooking miles of absolutely private, pristine beaches and emerald waters... this beautiful lodge was designed to harmonize with the lush surrounding tropical rainforest and the elevated bungalows provide spectacular views."

The Sebel Reef House and Spa (60 rooms, 9 suites)
Palm Cove - 20 mins by road north of Cairns
"Set in private grounds on a palm-fringed beachfront along the Great Barrier Reef, this is a luxurious, boutique hotel which captures the essence of the tropics with landscaped tropical gardens and protected ancient melaleuca trees."

Angsana Resort & Spa (68 suites)
Palm Cove - 20 mins by road north of Cairns
"The only resort in the region with absolute beach frontage to the sapphire Coral Sea, offering a sublime experience where your boutique suite becomes your personal haven."

Novotel Palm Cove Resort (245 rooms)
Palm Cove - 20 mins by road north of Cairns
"Set on 100 acres of tropical beach coastline, it is an idyllic getaway for lovers of relaxation, reef and World Heritage rainforest and golf. The beachside village of Palm Cove is a spa and dining paradise with outdoor cafes, restaurants and boutiques."

Kewarra Beach Resort (83 rooms)
Between Cairns & Port Douglas - 10 mins by road north of Cairns
"Situated on a secluded beach front surrounded by lush tropical gardens, native forests and natural waterways. This private sanctuary is set within 78 acres and is home to a large number of tropical birds and butterflies."

The Reef Casino Cairns (128 rooms, 6 suites)
Cairns waterfront & CBD - 10 mins by road from Cairns airports
"The Sofitel hotel complex offers a truly entertaining experience, overlooking Trinity Inlet to one side and the city to the other. It is Cairns premier five star hotel with first class service, an understated sophistication with light, spacious living areas, private spa baths and tropical garden balconies."

The Shangri-La Hotel & Marina Cairns (195 rooms, 21 suites)
Cairns waterfront & CBD - 10 mins by road from Cairns airports
"Previously the Radisson Resort on the Pier, the Shangri-La Hotel is situated on absolute water frontage at the Pier and only a short walk from the heart of Cairns. It offers an unforgettable tropical experience of relaxation, indulgence and adventure."

The Hilton Cairns (263 rooms, 15 suites)
Cairns waterfront & CBD - 10 mins by road from Cairns airports
"Nestled in the heart of Cairns with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, the Hilton Cairns is the perfect base from which to explore the world's most diversely beautiful tropical region... close to the shopping, casino, tourist & business districts."

Wrotham Park (10 rooms for guests 16+ years)
Mitchell River via Mareeba - 40 mins by air or 4 hours by 4WD west of Cairns
"This new premium resort offers the excitement of daily workings of a major cattle station, authentic outback experiences in comfort and style. Immerse in the rugged beauty of vast landscapes, activities that showcase legendary outback life and the rich heritage of Australia's rural history."

Orion Expedition Cruises (106 passengers)
7 night cruises north from Sydney, Brisbane & Cairns
"Australia's first world-class expedition cruise line offers a range of expedition cruises from the Top-End to Antarctica via the Great Barrier Reef in true international standard luxury - commenced April 2005."

P&O Pacific Princess (682 passengers)
10 & 12 night cruises north from Sydney
"This beautifully elegant ship offers a sophistication reminiscent of romantic ocean-going liners with rich mahogany and classic styling. Four cruises depart Sydney and feature visits to the picturesque destinations of the Whitsundays, Cairns, Port Douglas, Townsville and Cooktown."

P&O Pacific Star (1400 passengers)
7 night cruises north from Brisbane
"Arrives in Brisbane in Dec 2005 to take over from Pacific Sky, making her debut in tropical Queensland, with 7 night 3 port cruises to the picturesque destinations of the Whitsundays, Cairns, Port Douglas and Willis Island."

P&O Pacific Sun (1896 passengers)
10 night cruises north from Sydney
"A $35 million refit includes a child-free sunbathing deck, new bars & restaurants, Internet cafe, spectacular water slide in one of her three poolsguarantee funtastic cruising. The biggest liner ever based in Australia visits the Whitsundays, Cairns, Port Douglas and Willis Island."