Visitor Information -- The Mission Beach Visitor Information Centre, Porters Promenade, Mission Beach, QLD 4852 (tel. 07/4068 7099; www.missionbeachtourism.com), is at the northern end of town. It's open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 4:45pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm. Closed December 25 and 26.

Getting Around -- A local bus service should be operating again by the time you visit, linking the beach communities from Bingal Bay to South Mission Beach. Contact the Visitor Information Centre for details. To hire a car, go to Sugarland Car Rentals (tel. 07/4068 8272). For Mission Beach taxi service, call tel. 0429/689366.

Mission Beach Money Matters -- There's no bank in Mission Beach and only two ATMs. Many small shops and cafes don't accept credit cards, so make sure you bring enough cash -- just in case!

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.