Fodor's Australia (Full-color Travel Guide)

Expanded Coverage:New hotel and restaurant reviews in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth, plus farther-flung cities and towns. Australia 21st edition has 65 newly updated maps and 260 color photos.

Illustrated Features: Look for richly illustrated guides of the best dive sites in the Barrier Reef, understanding aboriginal art, dining on mod-oz cuisine, hiking in the Blue Mountains, driving the Convict Trail in Tasmania, and exploring Australia s renowned wine regions.

Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: Easy-to-scan recommendations run the gamut from alfresco dining to exploring Sydney s top sights; how to plan outdoor adventures in Victoria, Tasmania, Daintree National Park; where to find the best beaches and coastal and wilderness walks in Queensland; and the top amusement parks in Brisbane.

Discerning Recommendations: Fodor s Australia offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their visit. Fodor s Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. Word of Mouth quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.