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    <title>Daintree-Cape Trib News</title>
    <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news</link>
    <description>Latest tourism news for Daintree and surrounding areas direct from the industry.</description>
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        <title>Many reasons to visit FNQ in Green Season!</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#3399</link>
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        As locals, we all know that the weather is beautiful here year round and when the rain comes we all love it!!&amp;nbsp; Our rainforest animals all wander about, our rainforests come alive and our nights are a symphony of frog songs.&amp;nbsp; Rivers and waterfalls go wild and life is great!Sure, there may be a slightly higher chance of rain but it's fun wandering around in the warm rain.&amp;nbsp; Take yourself out of your comfort zone!
People have called me to tell me about the size of the raindrops that bounced off the pavement.&amp;nbsp; It creates a memorable experience and a sense of adventure. You have never experienced rain until you experience it in the wet tropics and hey World Heritage Rainforest needs torrential rain to keep it growing! We need our beautiful rainforests to remain lush and alive.
Staying in the rainforest in wet weather is brilliant!&amp;nbsp; It's absolutely beautiful, not to mention the numerous waterfalls that appear during this time.
All activities take place year round in FNQ, we love playing in the rain!

Activities such as ATV &amp;amp; Bungy are great fun!
Spectacular heli rides over the Barron Falls.
View the clouds and mist as you journey on the Skyrail Cableway to Kuranda.
Awesome rafting adventures on the Barron and Tully River.
Great accommodation &amp;amp; tour deals to be had!
Despite the travel information you may reading in planning your holiday to Far North Queensland, not every day is a wet weather day. We have some beautiful days and quite often the rain only passes through at night, which is a relief to calm the humidity.
This time of year is the best time to snap up some superb tour and accommodation deals, so what are you waiting for?!        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Friday, February 05 2010</pubDate>
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        <title>Barra in Season</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#3395</link>
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        Barramundi is back on the menu in Far North Queensland. The barra open season started yesterday, with fishers permitted to take barramundi along Queensland's east coast from midday. The season started in the Gulf of Carpentaria on January 22. 
Queensland Boating and Fisheries Partrol District office Karl Roebuck said the closed season protected sticks at vulnerable times during their spawning cycle. &quot;With the season reopening, I would encourage anglers to refresh their knowledge of the rules before hitting the water&quot;, Mr Roebuck said.
Barramundi is a highly prized species. Living in the rivers and coastal waters of Tropical Australia, they are very popular as both a sports fish and a table fish. Goes well with lemon and roasted macadamias. The taste is similar to Coral Trout.        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Wednesday, February 03 2010</pubDate>
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        <title>What's in Season?</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#3274</link>
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        Rambutans, also known as Hairy Lychees, rambutans originate from Malaysia and Sumatra. The name comes from the Malay word rambout meaning hairy. 
Oval to oblong in shape, rambutans grow in large clusters on the tree and are excellent for decorative purposes. The vivid red, variegated or sometimes yellow coloured fruit is covered in soft spines. The flesh is sweet and transparent or white and has a mild acid flavour which is very refreshing. It contains one seed. 
Look for a firm brightly-coloured fruit that shows no signs of bruising. Its spines should be firm, without being brittle. Dehydration and rough handling will result in blackened spines, however the fruit is generally OK to eat. Fresh fruit can be refrigerated wrapped in plastic for five to seven days and may be kept at room temperature for two or three days. 
Rambutans are best eaten fresh. To prepare, cut around the centre of the fruit with a sharp knife, penetrating the skin only. Lift off the top half of the skin, leaving the fruit in the half shell, like an egg in an egg cup. It can be added to fruit salads, served with ice-cream or made into sorbets, jams, salads, cheese or meat platters, as an addition to either sweet or savoury kebabs or simply served fresh to follow savoury dishes.         ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Tuesday, December 22 2009</pubDate>
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        <title>Daintree Gets New Nature Refuge</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#3257</link>
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        A new Nature Refuge has been created in the Daintree rainforest through a declaration by the Queensland Parliament.
Lot 22 Camelot Close at Cape Tribulation was purchased by not for profit organisation Rainforest Rescue in April 2007. Thats when the work began to create the Nature Refuge said Kelvin Davies CEO of Rainforest Rescue.
Truckloads of rubbish were taken to the Cow Bay transfer station or further south on trailers. Then the weeds were tackled with a consistent approach requiring multiple follow up visits. Finally 500 trees were planted in the clearing to complete the restoration process. 
The Nature Refuge agreement between Rainforest Rescue and the Queensland Government will ensure the land is protected forever and has the exclusive purpose of nature conservation. The kuku yalanji people of the Daintree were asked to give a name to the property choosing the kulki anga Nature Refuge. In the kuku yalanji language kulki anga means Cape Tribulation home for wildlife.
The property is covered in lowland tropical rainforest and has the Tribulation Creek running through it. Being located within a Cairns Regional Council rainforest residential precinct the land could have been developed for housing if not purchased by Rainforest Rescue
The new Nature Refuge has plenty to catch the eye. Cassowaries, Bennetts Tree-kangaroos, Striped Possums, Orange-footed Scrub Fowl and other wildlife regularly visit and there are some spectacular trees. The high conservation value of the property has been confirmed by a very large list of plants recorded in a survey. The 2.12 hectare property has an amazing 185 species of trees &amp;amp; shrubs in addition to 24 species of ferns. The largest tree is an ancient Strangler Fig measuring over 11 metres circumference at chest height and an impressive specimen of Hopes Cycad stands at 6 m in height.
To make a donation and help buy back the Daintree phone 1300 763 611 or visit www.rainforestrescue.org.au         ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Wednesday, December 16 2009</pubDate>
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        <title>Tree Planting Day</title>
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        Rainforest Rescue will be continuing with their amazingly successful Plant a Rainforest Project in the Daintree from the 22nd to the 26th of June and from the 29th of June to the 3rd of July. The trees have grown incredibly well in the tropical climate. 
If you live in or will be visiting the Daintree during that time please come along and join us. 
For exact locations of the plantings on each day please contact our Conservation Manager David Cook on 0407 178 495 or email david@rainforestrescue.org.au. 
If you can't make it to the Daintree remember you can always sponsor additional trees to make our forest grow.        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Thursday, June 04 2009</pubDate>
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        <title>11th Daintree Property Purchased</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#2490</link>
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        Property # 11 - Settlement 4th of May 2009
Rainforest Rescue has secured its 11th property which is located less than a kilometre away from property 10 on the Baileys Creek section of Cape Tribulation Road. The property is very strategically located and is critical for Cassowaries and other rare and endangered species, like the Bennetts Tree-kangaroo. This section of the Cape Tribulation Road is a recognised Cassowary crossing point and there has been two recent sightings.
Protecting the property as a Nature Refuge will provide a vital corridor through the rural subdivision from the Daintree National Park on its northern side to two declared Nature Refuges to the south.
Bounded on two sides by the Daintree National Park, the purchase and protection of this property has prevented another housing development impacting on the surrounding area which is classified as essential habitat for the endangered Cassowary.
We would like to thank all of our supporters who have made this purchase possible. Your ongoing donations and support will help us to secure property number 12 and to protect the Daintree forever.        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Thursday, April 23 2009</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wet Season</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#2331</link>
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        The wet season is roughly between December and April each year. The majority of North Queensland residents welcome this time of year. The rivers, creeks and waterfalls are in their prime and the rainforest comes alive. When the first heavy rain hits Cairns City you can see the steam rise from the concrete and bitumen roads as it cools and cleans the streets. 
Just because it's raining in or around Cairns doesn't mean the sun won't be shining at the Great Barrier Reef. You may find the sun is shining brightly and the wind is so low that you have chosen the perfect day for snorkeling and diving on the Barrier Reef.If you happen to visit Cairns while a low is crossing the coast though, you will see the rain come down in all its glory, the sun will disappear for a few days and you may have to reschedule your Reef trip until it passes.
Traditionally the wet season means low visitor numbers to our region. North Queensland has a lot to offer this time of year. Below I have listed 5 reasons to visit during the wet season!:
Low Season Pricing:Because of the low visitor numbers accommodation pricing drops and there are are always huge savings to be made.&amp;nbsp;No Crowds:In the peak of July and August, as well as paying full price for everything you may find it difficult to find the ideal accommodation or day trips for your dates even if you do book in advance. Because everything fills up so quickly (sometimes popular properties will fill up months in advance) people often end up compromising and won't end up with their ideal package. Although we still recommend you book at least 3 weeks in advance the Low Season will give you many more options and flexibility to re-arrange your itinerary.
The Rainforest:This is the ideal time to see the Rainforest come alive either on a Self drive expedition or one of the fantastic Rainforest Day Trips on offer to the daintree or Southern tablelands.
Low Wind and Water Clarity:With the low winds comes water clarity on the Barrier Reef. If you have been to the reef on a day trip where the water is like glass you will know what a difference it makes. Some of the most perfect days on the reef are during the wet season.
Waterfalls &amp;amp; Fresh Water Swimming:For me this is one of the most over looked activities available in North Queensland. Spending a hot day at one of our wonderful swimming holes is an activity not to be missed. There are many to choose from and Day Trips such as Uncle Brians - Fun Falls &amp;amp; Forest generate some of the very best feedback we hear.
Activities for Rainy Days:-
If it's raining outside your Cairns accommodation it doesn't mean you have to stay put and wait for the sun to come out. There are quite a few activities which are actually enhanced by the wet season. Below I have listed a few ideas:

Visit Kuranda Markets by Skyrail &amp;amp; Train
White Water Rafting on the Tully River
Visit the Great Barrier Reef (&amp;nbsp;you're going to get wet anyway!&amp;nbsp;)
Visit the rainforest
Visit our beautiful waterfalls
Swim at Crystal Cascades
Go White water rafting
Go ATV riding
Browse boutiques
Meet the locals at the brewery
Take a cooking class
Do some Yoga
Go Salsa dancing at Casa de Meze
Blissful spa treatments 
Cable Ski Park
Go Bungy Jumping
Take a Food Trail tour
Have a cocktail on the verandah
Stay in bed for the day
Go Jungle surfing
Take a drive through stunning moutain scenery
Visit the Rainforest Dome        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Thursday, February 12 2009</pubDate>
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        <title>Cairns is still open for business</title>
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        There is no flooding in Cairns - the flooding is 3 hours drive south of Cairns. Currently the weather is overcast with some showers which is nothing unusual for this time of year.Please visit our Live Webcam! to take a look at todays weather.
Heres the latest information on weather conditions and tourism operations in Cairns brought to you by Tourism Tropical North Queensland:-

Cairns is open for business. More than 650 day tours operated today showing visitors the Tropical North Queensland rainforest, hinterland and reef.
Its business as usual for Cairns - the reef boats are operating along with Skyrail and the Kuranda Scenic Rail. Day trippers are enjoying the spectacular waterfalls, lush rainforests and exciting white water rapids Tropical North Queenslands green season is famous for.
While floods and a heat wave savage other parts of the country, Cairns is the cool place to be at the moment with average daily temperatures of 30 degrees Celsius about 10 degrees cooler than those being experienced in southern states.
The Bureau of Meteorology reports the tropical low pressure system in the Coral Sea is not influencing Queensland's weather. It predicts there may be some heavy rainfall along the coast between Townsville and Mackay over the weekend as the low drifts back towards the coast.
According to road reports, on the morning of Friday February 6 the Bruce Highway was closed about 200km south of Cairns, but the rest of the highway was open to Cairns as was the Captain Cook Highway to the north of Cairns.
The major touring routes of the Tropical Highlands are flood-free, vehicles can access Cooktown via the inland road, Port Douglas is unaffected by the weather and Mission Beach had only minimal damage to vegetation from Cyclone Charlotte which dumped the heavy rains further south this week.
Cairns Airport is fully operational with 34,171 seats per week into the city on domestic routes. The airlines are offering some fantastic specials at the moment.
TTNQ is not the only organisation with confidence in the region. Capacity into the city increased by 1062 seats only this week with the addition of Jetstars new services from both Perth and the Gold Coast three times a week.- Rob Giason, Tourism Tropical North Queensland CEO        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Tuesday, February 10 2009</pubDate>
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        <title>Rambutans</title>
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        Originally from Malaysia and Sumatra, Rambutans, also known as Hairy Lychees, are vivid red or variegated coloured fruit covered in soft spines that grow in large clusters on trees. The flesh is usually transparent or white in colour and contains one seed and the sweet flesh has a refreshing mild acid flavour. 
Look for a firm brightly-coloured fruit that shows no signs of bruising. The spines should be firm, without being brittle. Dehydration and rough handling will result in blackened spines, however the fruit is generally fine to eat. Fresh fruit can be refrigerated wrapped in plastic for five to seven days and may be kept at room temperatures for two or three days.
Best eaten fresh in fruit salads, Rambutans can be served with ice-cream or made into sorbets, jams, salads, cheese or meat platters. They can also be used as an addition to either sweet or savoury kebabs or simply served fresh to follow savoury dishes.
Rambutans grow predominantly in the wet tropics, although the Cooktown region starts the season earlier, the main area is in the Tully region south of Innisfail. Rambutans are in season in February.
More information: http://www.australiantropicalfoods.com/        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Tuesday, December 23 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>What's in Season?</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#1562</link>
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        Whats in season in Tropical North Queensland? Look for soursop, star apple, miracle fruit, sapodilla, jaboticaba, grumichama and jakfruit in September and October at the Cape Trib Exotic Fruit Farm. 

Soursop fruits are heart-shaped with a rough green skin and soft fleshy spines. Their flesh is very juicy and slightly acid, and produces a rich creamy juice which is very refreshing. 
Star apple can be purple or green depending on the variety and come from the West Indies.Cut it in half to reveal an attractive star pattern in the sweet, smooth and aromatic flesh. 
Miracle fruit are very small red berries from West Africa which act on the sour taste buds to make sour tasting food taste sweet. After one of these you can enjoy a lemon as if it was an orange. 
Sapodilla are small brown furry fruit with orange flesh from Central America which have a caramel taste. The sap from this plant was used as the base for chewing gum. 
Purple-black, grape-like Jaboticaba fruit from Southern Brazil grow directly on the trunk and have a very sweet, slightly aromatic, translucent pulp with a pleasant grape flavour. 
Grumichama are round, purple-black fruits from Brazil which are like cherries with soft, melting, sweet flesh. 
The worlds largest tree fruit, Jackfruit and can weigh up to 40 kilograms. The flesh is golden yellow, very sweet and juicy and tastes like banana bubblegum. You eat the segments inside and the seeds can also be boiled and eaten. In India this fruit is picked green and eaten as a vegetable in curries. 
Taste these exotic fruit every day at 2 pm, Cape Trib Exotic Fruit Farm. 
More information: Cape Trib Exotic Fruit Farm, Lot 5 Nicole Drive, Cape Tribulation        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Friday, October 03 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Rum Runner Takeover</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#1154</link>
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        Ocean Spirit Cruises Pty Ltd is pleased to announce that as of the 16th of July 2008 they will take over the management of Cape Tribulation based Rum Runner dive &amp;amp; sail.
Departing from the most natural reef terminal, the pristine sands of Cape Tribulation beach, Rum Runner offers a unique experience to the unspoilt reefs of Mackay and Undine.
Ocean Spirit will be relocating MV Ocean Spirit II, a 24m sailing catamaran, to commence operation in early August.
&quot;Rum Runner has built a great reputation, offering a very unique reef experience from a very unique destination. We will relocate MV Ocean Spirit II which will provide greater consistency of operation and also allow us to increase capacity by 50% whilst still providing a very intimate and personalised reef experience.
The new vessel will cut down travel time allowing our guest to enjoy more time at the reef and a great sailing experience.&quot;        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Tuesday, July 22 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Get Whet in TNQ</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#1130</link>
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        Get Whet in Tropical North Queensland! The latest entry into the bar and dining scene in Tropical North Queensland at Cape Tribulation is Whet, a very cool bar with indoor and outdoor deck dining. Locals describe it as not quite what youd expect to find in the Daintree but thats why it works. The emphasis is on local produce, seafood hauled from the surrounding waters, fresh, clean flavours and a creative menu. 
Whet also includes a 24 seat air-conditioned cinema with huge beanbags, recliners and leather sofas - a great way to finish the evening or to enjoy a day of rainy, steamy rainforest weather. Whet is fully licensed and open seven days a week. Reservations are strongly recommended.         ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Thursday, July 17 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Magic of the Daintree</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#981</link>
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        I was up in the Daintree recently to check out some of the ways in which you can have a luxurious and private experience while appreciating the magic of the region.
Well, someone has to do it, so why shouldn't it be me? I found ways in which you can get the best of both worlds. You can chill out completely, avoid package tourists, eat five-star food and be lulled to sleep by a private river and the sound of birds.
The first surprise was Daintree Secrets, a private house at road's end where the house and property are yours alone, whether you're a honeymoon couple or a group of friends.
There are three bedrooms, sleeping up to seven people, and it's self-catering  buy your groceries on the way up from Cairns, cook yourself a feast, and eat it on the wrap-around veranda where a magnificent river rushes just below you.
It's only a few steps down to the paved surrounds of two safe swimming holes, one of which is home to turtles, eels and myriad fish.
You won't find another private pool quite like them  and they are guaranteed croc-free.
Daintree Secrets is not just for the well-heeled. Even in high season it costs only $330 a night for four guests. That works out at $82.50 a night each, and you'd pay that much in a decent motel.
I could happily live there forever, for just down the road is the Heritage Spa where, still in the depths of the rainforest, I was clay-wrapped and Vichy-showered and massaged and finally given a facial that sent me out looking almost as beautiful as the butterflies in the museum a few metres further along the same road. Well, that's a slight exaggeration.
After that I was ready for anything, especially the 15-minute drive to Cape Tribulation for a walk on the beach and then lunch at the wittily named Whet.
The cafe restaurant has been open only a few weeks but delivered a meal to rival anything the posher, pricier cafes of Port Douglas have to offer.
We ate sourdough with roasted garlic butter, sweet potato and pear soup, fresh figs with goats' cheese, and tequila-lime local prawns, and drank a delicious dry white from Margaret River in Western Australia.
Another secret retreat in this area is far from the river, but high on a hill, at Cockatoo Hill Retreat, where life and work partners Carmen Fabro and Gilles Germain have four beautiful little lodges that look out over the forest to the ocean.
The winds are always cool here, and the individual lodges have unique touches like tiny night lights under the bed, which send you to sleep in a subtle glow  although you can turn them off if you prefer the dark.
It's advisable to go bed early, after you've sat outside watching the wildlife settle for the night...&amp;nbsp;        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Tuesday, June 03 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Regional News!</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#921</link>
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        Canopy Tower Celebrates 10 yearsThe Discovery Centres Canopy Tower, the only one of its kind in Australia, turned 10 years old in March 2008. At 23 metres (76 feet) high it provides the most amazing insight into the surrounding rainforest  from the forest floor to the upper most reaches of the canopy. This fantastic structure has 112 steps and 5 large viewing platforms that can accommodate 70 people at any one time. The viewing platform at the top of the tower is 7 metres square. Work commenced on the building of the Tower in December 1997 and it opened in March 1998.The base is a mixture of approx 300 tonnes of concrete, steel, block and soil and the rest of the structure is made from hot dipped galvanised steel and spotted gum plantation timber. The Tower was built using local expertise and is designed to withstand cyclones. In February 1999, neighbouring sections of the forest were battered by a category 2 cyclone named Rona  the Canopy Tower survived unscathed! The Canopy Tower forms part of the Rainforest Tours available at the Centre. Tours can be independent, or can be undertaken using an audio guide, available in 6 languages.To celebrate, the Discovery Centre has recently announced their sponsorship of James Cook Unis Carbon Flux Micrometerological Research Station.        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Friday, May 16 2008</pubDate>
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        Hi Guys,
I've just come back from a wonderful night at Coconut Beach Resort in Cape Tribulation. I'm a big fan of the rainforest and the Daintree region is by far my favourite place in the Far North, it just amazes me everytime I visit how beautiful this destination is.
Coconut is also my favourite resort, the restaurant is a hidden gem, as you walk along a boardwalk through the rainforest the trees open up and before you is a beautiful Indonesian inspired long house. The lagoon pool infront is a perfect place to relax after a lazy lunch and the beach is your own where you can take a wander and explore the fringing reef.
I chose a Rainforest Retreat Cabin this time around and I think this option is my preference. They are larger and much more private. No need for air conditioning or a fan, the rainforest is quite cool already at this time of year.
There is another pool infront of the Daintree Retreat cabins and we took a swim here, it was great for my 4yr old with shallow areas.
Apart from spending time at Coconut we also stopped in at the Fan Palm Boardwalk. It is a $2 donation or free if you purchase a snack. The Fan Palm Boardwalk is an easy rainforest walk, takes you right into the rainforest and took approx 20mins to complete the circuit.
The weather is great at the moment and creeks are flowing, such a beautiful time to visit!
See ya!
Emma        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Tuesday, April 29 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Latest Launches!</title>
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        Edit our Region Guide!
We need some help in the Travstar office to keep our region guide up to date. Its a big job and with so many beautiful areas and hidden spots we need the help of locals and tourists alike to ensure the information we provide is accurate and up to date.
For those who love the region as much as we do, polish up on your creative writing skills and hit the edit button on the category you would like to update. Your contribution will be sent through to us where we will check to ensure it is suitable before publishing on our website.
Share your ideas and experiences with the world!        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Sunday, April 20 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Latest Launches</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#787</link>
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        Welcome to Travstar and the official launch of our&amp;nbsp;NEW Travstar news! We aim to keep you updated on the latest tourism news in Cairns from regional updates to new launches, press releases and the latest advice. We also aim to keep you updated on the latest events here at travstar.com. We will feature our new incentives, new package deals, focus on the latest feeback from our clients and spotlight on our favourite tours and accommodation giving you our real thoughts and experiences.
Did you know Travstar is located right here in Cairns? We are Cairns' biggest and longest running online travel specialist servicing the whole of the Far North Region. Our team consists of 7 friendly Cairns locals all budding holiday enthusiasts, who are excited to share with you what our special region has to offer.
We want to make your holiday an experience of a lifetime and we can offer you the latest advice and recommendations to tailor make your holiday to your personal needs.
We are proud to be members of the Travel Compensation Fund, Australian Federation of Travel Agents, International Air Transport Association and Tropical Tourism North Queensland, so you can be assured your holiday is in safe hands!
Our office is open 7 days a week from 7:00am - 6:00pm. If you need some holiday advice just give us a call on 1800 663 396.
Happy Travels!
Travstar Team        ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Friday, April 11 2008</pubDate>
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        <title>Regional News!</title>
        <link>http://www.daintreeinfo.com//daintree-accommodation/Beach Front/1628/news#778</link>
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        Rainforest Rescue has launched its corporate campaign to save critical habitat for endangered flora and fauna in the Daintree rainforest of far north Queensland and invites Australias corporate community to join them in saving this great Australian icon. 
The Daintree Rainforest is loved by a great number of Australians and deserves protection. Many people believe the creation of the Daintree National Park and World Heritage Listing in 1988 secured the unique environment of the Daintree however two thirds of the tropical rainforest of the coastal lowlands, were excluded from protection. Now a large rural residential subdivision in the heart of the Daintree threatens the survival of 103 endangered plant and animal species. These include the rare and elusive Bennetts Tree-kangaroo and the Southern Cassowary, of which only 1,000 remain in all of Australia. 
The Daintree Buy Back and Protect Forever Project is protecting threatened freehold land by buying properties and placing them in a declared Nature Refuge. The Australian corporate community can play a big role in saving this national treasure for future generations. With each $2 of sponsorship saving one square metre of the Daintree imagine what your sponsorship can achieve!
Travstar.com is pround to be a part of this campaign. We have incorporated raising funds for Rainforest Rescue by purchasing 1 sq metre of Daintree rainforest for every Daintree holiday booking made through our website.         ]]></description>
        <pubDate>Wednesday, April 09 2008</pubDate>
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