Port Douglas - the home of the Tropical North’s.

Port Douglas is located about 80 kms from Cairns and is well connected by road and air. An important destination on the tourism map of the world , Port Douglas has a great inflow of tourists – both Australians as well as international tourists.

Earlier known as Island Point, it was later renamed Port Douglas after the Queensland Premier, John Douglas. Port Douglas is ideally located close to two of the world’s Heritage sites namely, The Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. One can visit the other places of interest around Port Douglas while making this wonderful place their base camp.

There are several organised cruises to the Great Barrier Reef and tours to the Rainforests from Port Douglas of which one can be a part. The natural beauty of the region is sure to leave you mesmerized. The cruises to the Great Barrier Reef on the clear blue waters offer a fabulous experience and the adventurous trip to the rainforests can be made either on foot or by taking a drive via 4WD (Four Wheel Drive).

The place has become more popular with ex-President Bill Clinton and wife Hillary Clinton deciding to holiday here on their visit to the country. Hollywood stars such as Tom Cruise, Sean Penn, Matthew McConnaughey and Kate Hudson have been seen in the town, and movies such as Sniper, The Thin Red Line and Fool’s Gold were actually produced in the region, as its tropical surrounds are able mirror the tropical feel of deserted forest areas or cosmopolitan villages.

From a small town Port Douglas has in a short time span had a total make over into a prominent tourist destination on the tourist map of the world. The place is visited by travellers of all types who come here to have a great vacation, with many celebrities who find this a great getaway. Of course it is also perfect for families to honeymooners who would love to spend some time with each other far from the maddening crowds of the city. Whether you want to laze around on the golden beaches or take a cruise in the clear blue waters or for the more adventurous who would like to experience the pleasure of water sports - Port Douglas has it all and much more .

Some special attractions here are the shipwreck museum - which has an enormous collection of things from various ship wrecks, the happening Sunday markets, the Daintree rainforests, Lake Tinaroo, Flag Staff hill, Four Mile Beach and the old courthouse to name a few.

Activities like horse riding, angling, golf are available for the sports oriented visitor. From the foodie to the adventurous to the hard core shopper, Port Douglas is the perfect mix of all ingredients for a great holiday.

Food is yet another attraction here, with mouth – watering cuisine making you look forward to the next meal. A range of cuisine is available to cater to the individual taste buds.

Accommodation of various types is available to suit each pocket. One can choose from luxurious 5 star resorts to motels to apartments to villas to suit every budget.

Mandalay Shalimar offers you the best in terms of comfort, convenience and luxury. One can enjoy the beautiful locales of Port Douglas and have a relaxed, enjoyable vacation of a lifetime here, or disappear into the folds of the Whyanbeel Valley or the Daintree Rainforest, where you could easily disappear into the ambient luxury of nature. The range of accommodations from lovely beach houses to rainforest villas make it a difficult choice to make. The enchanting beauty makes most visitors wish this holiday will never come to an end.

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