Cairns is located in the north of Queensland, Australia. The city is known particularly for being in close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the longest coral reef in the world, also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Daintree tropical forest which is the oldest of it's kind in the world is also only a short distance away. The city itself boasts a laid-back lifestyle with a buzzing social scene evident through the presence of numerous cafés, clubs and restaurants. There are also a number of fantastic tourism resorts, adding to the reputation of Cairns as an Australian tourism hotspot.

Alotau is the capital of Papua New Guinea's Milne Bay Province, located in the south-east of the island. The town is spread out along picturesque hills and features a local market that attracts a great deal of activity. Don't miss out on trying some of the best regional cuisine at the local restaurants. Alotau serves as a great starting point for those moving on to the coves and islands of Milne Bay.

Tufi is a town located on a tropical fjord surrounded by many uncharted reefs in Papua New Guinea.

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Madang is the capital of Madang province in Papua New Guinea. It offers beautiful beaches that are perfect for diving and swimming.

Kopar is a small vilage situated on the shores of the Sepik River in Papua New Guinea.

Jayapura is a city in the province of Papua in Indonesia formerly known as Hollandia and was the site of much conflict during the second world war.

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Cenderawasih Bay is Indonesia's largest marine national park and is known for being a great dive site. Be sure to keep your eyes open to wildlife, as there are over 200 fish species in the park, 150 recorded coral species, and is being considered as a World Heritage Site.