What to Know Before You Go to the Great Barrier Reef

By:Sara Kuta

Where to stay: Crystalbrook Flynn

Fun and energetic, Crystalbrook Flynn is a social butterfly - the natural life of the party. Just steps from Cairns Esplanade boardwalk, feel like you’re at the centre of the action. Prepare to be entertained. Breathe, take the plunge, unwind a while, then do it all again.

Hot tip: Though going underwater to see the reef is a must, we also recommend booking a helicopter tour to experience the magic of it from above.

Fun fact: Made of of corals, which are animals that live in collectives, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest living structure on the planet.