Cairns is making waves in the luxury travel market as the Morris Nautical fleet brings its trio of superyachts — M.Y. Northern Escape, M.Y. Flying Fish, and M.Y. Beluga — to Cairns Marlin Marina. For the first time, the marina will host these vessels year-round, showcasing Tropical North Queensland’s position as a rising global superyacht hub. Tourism Tropical North Queensland CEO Mark Olsen applauded the move, emphasising the region’s allure with its unique combination of reef, rainforest, and outback experiences that cater to the high-end travel market. “These three magnificent charter vessels further broaden Tropical North Queensland’s diverse luxury offerings allowing visitors to experience the reef, rainforest and outback in style,” he said. “Departing from Cairns the superyachts can showcase extraordinary dive and snorkelling itineraries exploring pristine northern reefs with not another vessel in sight. “Tropical North Queensland’s dual World Heritage areas are an international drawcard that appeals to the growing luxury market encouraging investment such as this in high-quality tourism infrastructure.” The superyacht industry is booming, generating $31.9 million for Far North Queensland’s economy in jus