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When your up Cairns way it really depends on what you want to see or do, Also something to remember is that Christmas time in Cairns is very humid (muggy), so If you are affected by the humidity then a trip up the tablelands is nice, go and see some of the volcanic lakes, visit the Kuranda markets, you can also go up to Kuranda on the skyrail, and come home on the train.
If you like the water then a trip to the reef and green island should be done.
Also as mentioned Port Douglas is good to see, also some of the animal parks are good.
Let us know what you like, ie animals, nature, quiet things, adrenalin junkie?

Come on Blair, jump in - I am sure things have changed in the 4.5 years since I moved away from the region.