Take me to the wizzard

Our flight to Cairns was uneventful and a little uncomfortable. Something wangled us a move to an emergency aisle and a spare seat meant I didn't have to put up with Tom, I mean gave us more space! 4.5 hrs to Darwin (cold departure lounge) and 2 more to Cairns. A delightful airport where the customs guys seemed happy to have someone to talk to.

Andy took us from the airport to Port Douglas and was informative about an area we, unfortunately, won't have time to see! PD was our home for 4.5 hrs and Jenn out Canadian waitress kept the beer coming, well until she managed to talk us out of staying and sending us to the beach. Well what can I say, awesome (it's an over used word but applicable here. 4 mile beach, Port Douglas (google it) was just that, long and idlic. The sand was soft and gentle and the breaking waves warm and comforting about these weary travellers feet! Tom enjoyed sinking into the sand and was taken by the idea more than exploring the beach! A quick strole back to Jenn for one last pint and then to meet Ozzy and our coach to Cape Tribulation.

CT is wonderful! We would both like to stay for longer and maybe we will never leave! Our booking had not hit the system and there was no room available at the inn. Alas no stable for us, instead a huge kingsize room with ensuite and balcony over looking the pool, instead of a bunk room! The pool was, naturally, our first stop, even if cold bloody refreshing! After dinner we thought we would hit the local night spot. However, despite the reggae and flowing beer we found ourselves in a familiar situation, sleeping at the bar! Too much this time alas, and we dragged ourselves up the hill back to bed.

Oz is growing on me fast and I can see why people don't leave - mother don't expect me home soon!