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Ocean Free and Ocean Freedom

5 of 5 stars
New York, NY
Nov 11, 2009

There is a reason Ocean Free/dom is #1 on the list of things to do in Cairns. And believe me, there are a LOT of things to do in and around Cairns. This day was my one unplanned day of a 3-week trip...more

Reef Experience

5 of 5 stars
colorado usa
Nov 11, 2009

What great staff. They were knowledgable, informative and caring.. I was a little tentative about the snorkel swim but the staff encouraged me and provided a swim ring . It was an amazing ...more

Gilligans Backpackers Hotel

5 of 5 stars
chicago, il
Nov 11, 2009

after reading all the previous reviews from fellow travelers i was a bit worried upon arrival to gilligans. however, as soon as we checked in and walked into our room i knew this was going to be the...more

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