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The same questions, answered side by side for May. We don't pick a winner — the trade-offs are the point.
Cairns
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| In May | 25°C14 rainy days · sea 26° |
| Flying time | 14h 20mfrom Los Angeles |
| Ideal stay | 4–5 nights |
| Best for | Divers & snorkellers · Wildlife & nature · Families |
| The feel of it | Humid, practical, reef-focused |
| Where people stay | Cairns Esplanade and city centreor Palm Cove |
| Getting around | Manageable without a car |
| Money and language | AUDEnglish |
| Accommodation | Expensive |