Sadly we've come to an end of our time in Port Douglas and in North Queensland. We had a memorable time. We'll never forget our trip to the Barrier Reef and to Daintree rainforest but Port Douglas itself is a lovely town.
In the last few days we enjoyed some excellent sea food. On two days we had fresh prawns straight off the fishing boats. Delicious and such good value! Also had an excellent seafood meal at a local restaurant and bar called "On the Inlet". One way and another we spent quite a lot of time at this place. Each day at about 5pm they try to tempt a huge grouper called George up to the surface for the admiring crowds. Depending on what literature you read, George weighs between 250 and 650 kilos!! Of course to get a good spot, you have to be there by about 4.15pm so we tested quite a lot of their beer and cider! Unfortunately George was a little shy the week we were there and only once did we catch a glimpse of him and the camera wasn't fast enough to take a photo.
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| Expectant crowd waiting for George |
Given the dangers that lurk in the sea, pools are important over here. Here's the one that was right outside our apartment at Mantra Port Sea.
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| Just when you thought it safe to swim! |
A lasting memory of Northern Queensland will be the beautiful flowers and foliage, such bright colours and so large thanks to plentiful sun and rain.One of our favourites are the "Lipstick Palms" which have lovely red stalks.
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| Lipstick Palms |
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