It is possible to experience heaven on earth if visiting Port Douglas Australia. A beautiful combination of rainforests and coral seas encourage you to leave your cares behind you as you relax in this serene locale. Port Douglas, is a mere one hour away from the airport near Cairns on Australia’s Coral Coast. Port Douglas is one of many Australian towns which began in order to service goldfields.

In 1877, Port Douglas, named for the then Queensland Premier, John Douglas was developed to ship out the gold mined and to bring in much needed supplies. Over the years, it was not only gold that contributed to the cities wealth; silver, sugarcane and Toona Australis (red cedar) also made an incredible impact. In 1911, after a decline in gold and silver mining, a cyclone assisted making Port Douglas the quaint fishing village it is now.

There are many ways for you to take a further look into the history of Port Douglas. The Mossman Sugar mill will give you a first hand experience of the sugar milling process, and the Cooktowns Discovery Festival, every June, shows a re-enactment of the settling of Lt. James Cook in 1770. The Cooktown festival is an elaborate celebration with authentic costumes, gala ball, fire works and bull riding.

Hotels and accommodations in Port Douglas are as varied as the travelers searching for them. Travelers searching for five star opulence in hotels or luxurious private houses can rest assure your desires can certainly be met. For those who enjoy modest accommodations with amenities can find condominiums, villas, apartments and motels for their holiday needs. More adventurous travelers who want to be right in the midst of the beautiful natural surrounds enjoy rainforest lodges, caravan parks or simply backpack during their stay.

Port Douglas is also an area where there is something for everyone. You can spend the day at Four Mile Beach and enjoying fishing snorkeling and swimming. Head down to Macrossan Street for an afternoon of shopping, dining and an evening of fun in the dark. There are also 12 nearby beaches that you can visit, in local towns.