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7Am 10Am 2pm
SuNdAy y If your fam is anything like mine, they’re up NIIIIICE and Time to cool off after all that exertion. Grab your cozzies Depending on your energy levels, it may be
early whether you like it or not. So get the kettle on and

time to retire to your accom for a few hours
get ready for a day of family fun. Get sunscreen on the
and hit beautiful Four Mile Beach. A shovel and spade will
of chill time. If the kiddies are not that way
kids and get out the door.
go a long way with the kids or hire a SUP, kayak or sun
inclined, try the Wildlife Habitat for an

fuNdAy y fuN dA Hit the famed Port Douglas Sunday markets to fuel lounger for mum to watch the action, right off the beach immersive experience with all the furry, scaly
up. Unique and handmade gifts abound from
from Port Douglas Watersports.
and feathered creatures FNQ has to offer, all

jewellery to clothes and there’s also a myriad
fi ve minutes from the centre of town.
of foods at your fi ngertips.
12pm
Whether you’re here with the whole family, looking 8Am If all that swim and play has left you fam- 5pm
An early dinner in a breezy spot
Grab an iced coffee and some of the famed
ished, we’ve got the recommends for lunch.
for an indulgent getaway with your pals, or prefer Dukes doughnuts before popping down to Try locals haunt The Tin Shed for stunning near the beach is just what you
your nights late and mornings languid, live like a Rex Smeal Park. Claim a spot in the shade views over the Coral Sea, with a kids menu need. The Beach Shack is a 20 minute
local and make the most of our guide to the perfect and enjoy the stunning view of the boats and a great relaxed vibe on the open air walk from the Wildlife Habitat in locals enclave Four
Sunday Fun Day in Port Douglas. fAmIl heading out as the kiddies run off some deck with live music on Sundays from 1pm Mile. An icon of the Port Douglas dining scene, it pairs

it’s casual vibe with fantastic Italian food and pizza.
WORDS by Stacey Brown energy and sugar on the playground.
6:30pm
1pm 9Am Time to relax. A cosy movie
For a light and refreshing lunch a stone’s throw With the blood pumping and the downward with the kids and an early night
will put the perfect cap on your

7pm from the beach, Nourish Wellness Cafe offers dogs done, you will be ready to breakfast. perfect family Sunday!
raw treats, smoothies, bowls and healthy
snacks. Take a meander down Macrossan Street for a

If your cheese platter piqued coffee. For a light and refreshing breakfast try
your appetite for something a Nectar Acai Bar for fresh smoothies, bowls and wEllNESS
little more, turn it into a roving juices that will set you up for the entire day. The
degustation and stroll up 2pm ‘Queenslander’ is like FNQ Sunshine in a bowl. INdulgENcE
to Seabean Tapas Bar and
Restaurant. Chilled vibes and
fantastic food, share a paella For the ultimate in wellness and indulgence
or tuck into their revolving daily 4pm Niramaya Spa should be on your list. With an 11Am 6Am
menu of pintxos, extensive menu of facials, body treatments
small fi nger food Surely even the most health conscious need to and massages, the Day Spa is an oasis in the Located 20km north of Port Douglas, the Up and out! You don’t want to
snacks, perfect let the hair down a little? After all that fresh air and lush and tranquil surrounds of Niramaya’s Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre is a must miss possibly the best sunrise
with an icy Spanish exercise, hit Barbados at the Marina for one of the tropical gardens. Pure bliss. visit. Soak in the local culture and enjoy a in Australia! Get yourself down
beer or traditional most iconic views in Port Douglas. Watch the sun If warming up for the afternoon is more your genuine Indigenous experience. Take a self- 8Am to Four Mile Beach for the

Sangria. Ole! sink over Dickson Inlet from one of their luxe day style, Deep Retreat in the centre of town offers guided walk through the Daintree Rainforest morning show, head north
beds, with something cool and refreshing in hand. a Sento-style bathhouse, reformer and Barre and visit the Cultural Centre for local history. Yoga on the Beach is an unmissable towards town and straight up
With an all-day share menu, a cheese or seafood pilates, yoga, massage and pool access. A one way to spend the morning. Do your sun and enjoy the scenic headland
platter is the perfect accompaniment for one of their stop shop for an afternoon of self-care. Sweat You can self drive or book a shuttle from Port salutations overlooking the Coral Sea daily walk. Keep going up and be
signature Tiki Cocktails it out then cool it down. Douglas. at 8am. Book online ahead of time. rewarded with a spectacular
view over town and Four Mile.
9pm
Well, you’ve been up 11Am 4pm
since dawn, so retire 6:30pm
relaxed and sated after After a gentle start to the morning,
a picture perfect Port some leisurely shopping might be With the sun starting to sink, take a stroll to Arrive back on dry land just in time
Douglas Sunday in order. Whether it’s a bit of vacay Crystalbrook Marina and jump aboard one of the for a spot of dinner, Hemingways
fashion (Tshinta, Jungle Road), spectacular vessels for an iconic sunset sail. There’s Brewery is located right on the marina.
maybe a holiday read (Whileaway no better way to watch a sunset on the Coral Sea, As well as offering flights of their award

Cafe and Bookshop), a little bit of looking back at the spectacular mountain ranges. winning craft beers and guest spirit
NIgHT owlS bling (Wicked Willies), some gifts Sailaway Port Douglas will take you in high style tasting paddles, they serve up hearty
on one of their luxury high performance sailing
for the fam at home (With Sugar)
or some art to remember your FNQ catamarans or take a romantic sunset sail on the snacks, burgers and pizzas to satisfy the
hungriest sailor.
7Am sojourn (Yalanji Arts, Sea Gallery), iconic Shaolin, a unique Chinese Junk. Sunset sails
commence at 5pm
you will fi nd it all within strolling

Pfffft are you serious? Roll distance on Macrossan Street.
over, go back to sleep
and catch at least another
hour of Zzzzs, it’s Sunday
morning! 9Am 2pm 8pm 10:30pm
Long late lunch on the cards? Try the beach end Heading back up through town you will Cap off a brilliant Sunday with a nightcap

Start your day off with a bang with of Macrossan for some fresh air and fi ne food. With fi nd Macrossan Street in full swing. The at the luxurious Jimmy Rums cocktail bar.

breakfast at Cafe Fresq, psssst gorgeous surrounds, a dazzling wine list and modern Courthouse Hotel features live music With an extensive menu, exotic tunes, just
did somebody say bottomless Australian fusion cuisine, from Burrata to confi t pork belly, fi ve nights a week in the beer garden, the right amount of red velvet and expert
brunch? Treat yourself to a Zinc Port Douglas ticks all the boxes. the Central Hotel is the home for live mixologists, you’ll wonder if you just wandered
mimosa with your eggs benny or If flavours of the sea float your boat, Wrasse and Roe is sports on the big screen and from 8:30 into another time and place. The Gingerydoo

if Saturday night was a little wild Port Douglas’ premiere seafood destination. Think freshly on a Sunday YOU can be the star at is a big favourite, and the famous Lava Chill
maybe a delicious Bloody Mary? shucked oysters, kingfi sh carpaccio, seared scallops. Paddy’s Irish Pub with their popular cocktail for two will impress even the most
Paired with a fresh ocean breeze, this is heaven. Both Karaoke. discerning imbiber.
open from 2pm.