Synopsis
Thorough coverage from the Great Barrier Reef to the Great Ocean Road; extensive lodging and dining listings cover a wide range of budgets; activity advice for both the outback and the coast; abundant user-friendly maps allow for easy navigation., Lonely Planet country guides offer down to earth accurate information for every budget.- The complete, practical country guide for independent travellers- Detailed Getting Started and Itineraries chapters for effortless planning- Inspirational full-colour Highlights sections showcase the country's must-see sights- Easy-to-use grid-referenced maps with cross references to the text- Insightful new History, Culture, Food and Environment chapters by specialist contributors, A guide to Australia, covering the continent in detail. It provides details of various types of accommodation, from budget to five star; places to eat; different activities, such as ballooning over the Blue Mountains and surfing in Sydney; and a section on Aboriginal Australia.