Fodor's 99 Australia (Fodor's Gold Guides). "Fodor's Gold Guides are ideal for travelers who want to experience the flavors, sights, and sounds of their destination. Short, medium, and long itineraries advise readers on what to see in the time they have. A-to-Z listings of important contacts and travel tips, detailed maps with bullets pinpointing hotels and restaurants, background essays, and a comprehensive index make the perfect travel package." - Amazon.com Editorial Review.
Eyewitness Travel Guide: Australia. "In preparation for our trip to Australia, we checked 4 Australian travel books out of the library. After reading them, this is the one that we thought was worth owning (definitely). If you want lots of facts, brief history, maps and beautiful pictures, we recommend this guide." - Amazon.com Customer (December 12, 1999) Review.
Frommer's 99 Australia (Serial). "Australia is becoming a major destination as Sydney prepares to host the Olympics in 2000. Now an annually updated guide, Frommer's Australia has been completely rewritten by two local journalists who bring you the best of this vast and diverse country--from diving at the Great Barrier Reef to wildlife watching on Kangaroo Island, from the Sydney Opera House to the best pubs in the Outback, from Tasmanian crafts to Aboriginal art. Look for new interior maps, great coverage of Australia's acclaimed wine country, and tips on how to get there without spending a fortune." -- Amazon.com Editorial Review.
Lonely Planet Australia (9th Ed). "Most people harbor a particular image of Australia, such as the Sydney Opera House or Ayers Rock, yet these famous icons do scant justice to the richness of Australia's natural treasures and its cultural diversity. Australia offers a wealth of travel experiences, from the drama of the outback and the mesmerizing kaleidoscope of the Great Barrier Reef to cosmopolitan Sydney. Lonely Planet's Australia will show you the real 'down under.'" -- Amazon.com Editorial Review.
Australia : The Rough Guide (3rd Ed) "Now in its third edition, this "Rough Guide" classic once again goes "Down Under" to provide in-depth accounts of every region, from Tasmania to the tropics, from trekking in the national parks to the cafe society in Melbourne. "The Rough Guide" also checks in on Sydney--and all its new projects--as the glamorous city prepares to host the 2000 Olympics of color maps & photos." -- Amazon.com Editorial Review.
Lonely Planet Sydney : City Guide (3rd Ed) "Beautifully situated on a magnificent harbor, Sydney is Australia's most exciting and stylish city. This indispensable guide will help visitors on any budget discover Sydney's many attractions from the historic Rocks and the lively neighborhoods to the famous beaches and wonderful national parks on the city's doorstep. Full color. 18 maps." -- Amazon.com Editorial Review.
Citypack Sydney (1st Edition) "The Citypack map covers the city in detail, while the Citypack guide gives you just the information you need to experience the best of Sydney: Top attractions and their must-see sights; The best harbor views; City tours and walks in the bush; The best museums, national parks, beaches, children's activities, freebies, and landmarks--the author's top picks; Restaurants, hotels, shopping, nightlife--an unabashedly opinionated selection, with pithy descriptions of each recommendation; Offbeat sights even locals don't know; Tips on getting the most from your visit" -- Amazon.com Editorial Review.
Time Out Sydney Guide (Time Out Guides) "This new addition to Penguin's popular Time Out series is packed with detailed information on the sights, shops, hotels, arts and entertainments, restaurants, bars, beaches, and harbors of Australia's nonstop city. It also provides information on traveling out of town to the Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley wineries, and the beaches and national parks of New South Wales. A section on Sydney 2000 outlines the Olympic committee's plans for the next summer Olympics. Color & b&w photographs throughout. color maps." -- Amazon.com Editorial Review.
Insight Compact Guides : Sydney (Insight Compact Guides)
Fodor's 99 Pocket Sydney (Fodor's Pocket Guides) "Pocket Guides are designed for leisure and business travelers who want the highlights of a destination. They contain full, rich descriptions of the best a destination has to offer -- the most worthy sights, the best restaurants and lodging in all price ranges, plus shopping, nightlife, and outdoors highlights." -- Amazon.com Editorial Review.
Lonely Planet Islands of Australia's Great Barrier Reef (3rd Ed)
The Australian Bed & Breakfast Book : Homes, Farms, B & B Inns (10th Ed) "Attractive bed and breakfasts, along with a sprinkling of small hotels and farms, offer special features to inquisitive travelers down under. Prices, available facilities, addresses, and telephone numbers for making reservations, along with convenient directions are all provided." -- Amazon.com Editorial Review.
Touring Australia : Making the Most of an Australian Holiday by Car, Train, Bus and Plane (Serial) "Australia is a country of contrasts--modern cities and vast uninhabited regions--and it's all described in rich and fascinating detail in this newest, up-to-date guide. Included are 35 routes by road and rail, 60 detailed maps and plans, side tracks and scenic routes, recommendations on accommodations, and more. 16 color photos, 90 maps." -- Amazon.com Editorial Review.
Frommer's Australia from $50 a Day "Completely rewritten, this guide proves that one doesn't have to spend a fortune to have the vacation of a lifetime down under. This guide shows readers how to get there without going broke, where to stay, and where to find terrific local dining and pubs. It all comes complete with detailed, accurate maps, a complete sightseeing guide, and recommendations on the best beaches, bush walks, snorkeling and affordable diving." -- Amazon.com Editorial Review.
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