Cairns and Great Barrier Reef------travellers'paradise

Are you bothered with the air-polluted,noisy and busy streets in the city?Do you want to visit the world's natural wonders?Do you want to have an exciting and unforgettable holiday?If your answer is''Yes,i wanna.",then you should go to Cairns.

Being Queensland's travel hub,Cairns is the tourists 'Capital' of the Far North and one of Australia's top travellers'destinations.It is so popular among travellers because of its heaps of organised activities,such as bungee jumping,tandem skydiving,ballon rides,water rafting and blazing saddles hourse riding.In addition,you can go to Great Barrier Reef from Cairns enjoying snorkelling and scuba diving.

One of Australia's greatest assets is the magnificent reef which runs along virtually the entire coast of Queensland. Considered one of the world's natural wonders, it is the most extensive reef system and the biggest structure made by living organisms on earth.

Washed by the warm waters of the South-West Pacific Ocean the perfect environment is created for the world's largest system of coral reefs. The Great Barrier Reef is of such pristine condition that it was listed by the World Heritage Trust as a protected site and is therefore managed by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority to ensure that its beauty is maintained for many generations to come.

The waters of the Great Barrier Reef provide the world's busiest and most varied marine habitats. Marine life is in abundance. From the many species of coral to the sought after Black Marlin and all sizes and species of fish in-between. The varied colours of the reef's fish and other marine life will astound the visitor with colour combinations that artists haven't even dreamed of.

The magnificent wonders and tranquillity of the Great Barrier Reef will always give you something to remember. The local Cruise operators will take you on a half day, full day or extended day cruises to the reef. Some will take you to secluded parts of the Great Barrier Reef where you can dive or snorkel and enjoy the day.One of the best ways to view the reef is to take a low flying scenic flight over it, especially at low tide where you'll see the breadth and diversity of this great living wonder.

You could not imagine how excited you will be when you swim,snorkel or dive in the Great Barrier Reef unless you try it by yourself,feel the lovely,vivid fish touching you,hear the sound of flowing water,feel the peace of the sea and taste salty seawater when you drink it unintentionally.

The hot air balloon is inflated as the sun's first rays lighten the sky. Lift off is gentle. The hot air balloon flight is serene, peaceful and magic. The views and scenery below are spectacular - this is where the Rainforest meets the Australian Outback. Kangaroos and other wildlife are sighted daily.When i attended ballon ride last summer vacation,i saw few kangaroos jumping in the forest.Other passengers and i were so excited that we just yelled loudly.

You can take skyrail in the Cairns-Kuranda Tour having an adventure in the rainforest. Your adventure will either start or end at Caravonica Lakes Station. This magnificent ride takes you high up in the rainforest canopy. The flora is absolutely spectacular, the air and smell or life in rainforest canopy and the sweeping views of the Coral Sea are so different to what we know on the ground. It really does take your breath away!

Besides exciting outdoor activities,friendly and helpful Australian people also attribute to the good fame of Cairns and Great Barrier Reef.The staff in cruise are very helpful.They taught me how to use the facilities and equipmants patiently.When my family and i,as tourists took photos in the streets of the Cairns City,a local people asked us whether we need help or not.Now i still remember his nice and friendly smile.The local people who we met in the restaurants chated with us actively.It is not common for a Hong Kong people to chat with a stranger,especially chat with a foreigner.

Morover,the atmosphere in Cairns and Great Barrier Reef is so relax and peaceful that everyone can forget their bothers and problems ,just enjoy their holiday.i did have a wonderful and unforgettable holiday in Cairns and Great Barrier Reef.I am eager to go to it again soon.Plan your trip now and you will have an excellent holiday just as mine.After the first trip,you will love Cairns and Great Barrier Reef,surely.