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Pelicans hanging out at Freshwater Lake in Cairns, Australia.

Photographer: David Clode

A parade of pelicans waddle to higher ground as the tide comes in at the Cairns Esplanade, Australia

These pelicans at the Cairns mud flats in Australia are jostling for the best position as the tide comes in.

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Cairns Esplanade | Cairns | Australia

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Day 2 of our trip to Cairns found us waking to a lovely sunrise on the beach. A perfect place to sit on the sand, and watch the sun bathe the beach and ocean with its golden glow. Sitting on the beach at 6am you are greeted by the many passing walkers and a few friendly sniffs from dogs trotting after their owners. 

After enjoying the sunrise, we had a quick swim in the ocean - we had to stick to the safety area which is netted (to keep out jellyfish). It was refreshing and invigorating to have that morning swim in the sea before our breakfast. 

Following breaky, we drove to Cairns, which is the main urban hub for the area. Cairns is a tourist centre with lots of little shops, eateries, and bars/cafes. We parked up near the waterfront esplanade, and had a nice wander down past the public swimming pool, to the shops and cafes. After a quick browse, we stopped off at a restaurant to have lunch, with Elijah keen to try Sarah’s mango beer (don’t worry he didn’t have any alcoholic beverages). After washing the lunch down with bubble tea and ice cream we had a nice afternoon stroll before heading back via a ‘brief’ stop at Coles to grab some groceries and essentials for the house. 

Getting back to our rental house (which was quickly becoming home), we settled in for a nice lazy afternoon sitting out on the back porch watching the beach and relaxing. Will kept up with his reading on his tablet... May watched him. David had a beer and was working on his tan, embracing the Australian lifestyle. Later we all went for a swim and had a lovely dinner of barramundi and burgers prepared by the girls on the BBQ. We finished off the night sitting around the table, playing cards, and watching the moon slowly light up the sky and waves below, before retiring to our beds. 

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CAPTIVATING CAIRNS

Situated between the Great Barrier Reef and the Australian rain forest, Cairns is a wonder of nature which is home to one of the most beautiful treasures in the world. In a prized location on the creek, looking out on the Pacific Ocean, the elegant, colonial style Reef House Palm Cove MGallery by Sofitel is sure to offer you the space and serenity you are looking for. The luxurious vegetation, private swimming pools and magnificent waterfalls are all the confirmation you need. To help plan your stay, visit our Cairns Travel Guide featuring a variety of things to see, including Brian Robinson’s public sculpture “The Woven Fish” located at the Cairns Esplanade. 

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New Years Eve on Cairns Esplanade

New Years Eve on Cairns Esplanade

Celebrate New Year’s Eve on the Cairns Esplanade with this fun, free, all ages event. Family entertainment with the Doyle Family Fun Show 6pm – 9pm  Live music (headlined by Mark Seymour) 6pm to midnight Fireworks 9pm and midnight

Renowned singer-songwriter Mark Seymour will headline the annual Cairns Esplanade New Year’s Eve concert, presented by Cairns Regional Council. The former Hunters and…

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Spotlight Showcase on Cairns Esplanade this Friday!

Spotlight Showcase on Cairns Esplanade this Friday!

Spotlight Showcase on Cairns Esplanade this Friday!

Presented by Cairns Regional Council’s Creative Partnerships (Spotlight Cairns) and Cairns Festival, Spotlight Showcase is a multi-arts event of live music and music photography.

It features five of Cairns’ finest emerging bands – Ray Danes, Esscine, Ray-Lee, The Ridge and Mix Blood Brothers – along with a digital exhibition of their…

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