Luke... I Am Your Father

Ready to take the Plunge

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March 22nd 2007
As Gene and I navigated the streets of Cairns, we were quick to realize the city’s dependency on tourism, with The Great Barrier Reef the focal point of its industry. Our hotel was situated near the marina, adjacent to a plethora of shops and restaurants and numerous tour booking centers promoting various day trips and activities. If Gene and I were resolute on accomplishing anything during o ... read more

Oceania » Australia » Queensland » Cairns » open water

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Aboriginal settlers arrived on the continent from Southeast Asia about 40,000 years before the first Europeans began exploration in the 17th century. No formal territorial claims were made until 1770, when Capt. James COOK took possession in the name... ... read more