Cairns
We spent the first few days of our Australia vacation in Cairns. Cairns is a non-negotiable if the Great Barrier Reef is on your list. And while you’re there you might as well visit the Daintree rainforest and Kuranda. But what we really liked about Cairns was its overall vibe – relatively laid-back and yet lively, public parks which had large groups enjoying a day/evening out, everything a walk away, and a lovely promenade!