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A warm welcome to those of you who have joined us in the Port Douglas & Daintree region. If you’re
a first time visitor or one of our regulars, we are all delighted to be sharing our little piece of paradise
with you.
My partner’s family has been coming up to this region for a number of years, first visiting in the late
70’s. Two young children in tow and a trip that would have been considered more rugged travelling by
car. Recently, my father-in-law shared a memory of their first trip north. Destined for Port Douglas and
the beautiful Cape Tribulation in the Daintree, it echoed lots of qualities that have been so important
in recent times. The need to think outside of the box, build resilience and perseverance, give thanks
for acts of kindness and rejoice in positive outcomes. And besides, their vision offered some good old-
fashioned fun memories.
After several hours of travel, game number 23 finished with eye spy (yes, not an iPhone in sight!), the family encountered a bit of a hiccup.
A stone from the dirt road struck their windscreen causing it to shatter. Reacting quickly to the situation, Paul managed to knock a hole
in the screen to allow them to see through it, giving them the time to pull over to a safe spot to assess the damage. No RACQ membership
but not far from their destination, they decided to punch on to Port where they hoped they would find help. Removing as much of the
remaining windscreen as they could, safety first, they needed to counter the possibility of rogue shards of glass flying through the car and
hitting the children. To the car boot they went to unload some of the holiday essentials... their snorkelling gear!
Yes, with masks securely on their faces, a snorkel optional they got back in the car and completed their road trip to their destination. Oh,
how I wish there were photos. Can you imagine the faces of those passing them - priceless!
On reaching Port Douglas unscathed, fellow campers helped them patch up the car as best they could to see them through until repairs
were made. They finally sat down to the offer of a cool glass of homemade lemonade and no doubt a beer to calm the nerves after their
adventure.
We have certainly come a long way since then, a sealed road included.
Now to plan your own adventures, keep those pages turning as we have an issue full of great experiences, inspirational people, delicious
food and everything in between to help you enjoy your time with us.
And falling back to hazy days of the 70’s, you will still find all of those good vibes for which this area was famous. The beauty, the
history, the laid-back ambiance and not least our wonderful community, ready to help a mate and focused on making your holiday one
to remember.

Whatever you choose
Enjoy your time.
Sarah

contributors.

Arlian & Karin PHOTOGRAPHERS GUEST FEATURE WRITERS
Ashleigh Ernest Alison George, Jacqueline Long
Chrissie McLaughlin Catseye Productions Michael Joseph
Damian Meadows Denya & Riley, @plentyofdust Sarah Mulcahy
David Imgraben Emma Tunnock
Devra King Katie Purling Photography
Hunt Design Larissa Dening Photography
Joanie Doran Raine Ward, Rainemaker Media
Karen Jones
Marlene and Rohan Sarah Jenkins,
Matt & Holly @ discovering_port_douglas READ ONLINE
Nicky Swan The Seitter Woodhouse tourismportdouglas.com.au/magazine
Pete West & Louise Polain
Rachael Hodges @port.douglas
Wendy Morris /PortDouglasTravelPlanner

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