In November 1996 United States President Bill Clinton and First Lady Hillary Clinton chose the town as their only holiday stop on their historic visit to Australia . When dining at a local restaurant they witnessed a couple 's wedding certificate . On a return visit on 11 September 2001 , Clinton was again dining at a local restaurant , when he was advised of the September 11 attacks . He returned to the United States the following day
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
Port Douglas