Brisbane And Cairns Travel Guide

The sunshine state of Queensland, located in the northeast of Australia is one of the country's best tourist destinations. Queensland's largest city is the state capital of Brisbane and together with the neighbouring Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast has beautiful beaches, constant sunshine and some of the world's best watersports and activities. Close to the city of Cairns, Australia's Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven natural wonders of the world and is often showcased in magazines like National Geographic and Travel and Leisure. One of the world's best and most accessible coral reefs, the Great Barrier Reef is also the only natural structure on earth that is visible from outer space. Located off the coast of Queensland, it has 2,900 individual coral reefs and over 900 islands covering 2,600 sq. km, making it the planet's largest UNESCO World Heritage site.

A brand new title from Insight's Step by Step series brings you Brisbane, Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. This itinerary-based guide details 15 of the best walks and tours, written by a local expert, for that personal touch and insider information. All itineraries are arranged by theme for a truly tailor-made travel experience, so whether you want to tour Brisbane city centre, go for a four-wheel drive on Fraser Island, take a Skyrail Rainforest Cableway trip to pretty Kuranda, drive through the spectacular Wet Tropics or take a few days out to explore the Whitsunday islands, there is a tour to suit. For those wanting to enjoy the full travel experience, this is an ideal way to link the top attractions with places to eat, drink and rest along the way, along with opening times and admission prices. All itineraries are marked on full-colour detailed maps alongside the text and also on a separate, fully indexed pull-out map that can be used in conjunction with the guide or independently, to ensure easy navigation at all times. Coloured text boxes provide a summary of the tour duration and overall distance so you can choose the appropriate tour for the amount of time you have to spare. This is the only guide to contain 'Only in - ' information; highlighting unique experiences such as dolphin-feeding in Moreton, rainforest canopy surfing and sand driving on Fraser Island. The 'Directory' section contains a clearly organised A -Z list of practical information, including hotel and restaurant listings for all budgets. The stylish design, full colour throughout and durable, flexibound cover makes this guide not only a pleasure to read, but also the ultimate companion when exploring your destination.

The Rough Guide Snapshot to Coastal Queensland is the ultimate travel guide to this dazzling part of Australia. It guides you through the region with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, whether you're diving the Great Barrier Reef or sailing the Whitsundays, chilling out on Fraser Island or living it up on the Gold Coast. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you have the best trip possible, whether passing through, staying for a few days or longer. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Australia, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around Australia, including transport, food, drink, costs, health, entry requirements and outdoor activities. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Australia. Full coverage: Brisbane, the Moreton Bay islands, the Gold Coast including Surfers Paradise, Tomborine Mountain, Springbrook and Lamington national parks, the Sunshine Coast including Noosa, the Fraser Coast including Hervey Bay and Fraser Island, the Southern Reef including Bundaberg and the Great Barrier Reef, Rockhampton, the Capricorn Coast, Mackay, the Whitsundays, Townsville, Magnetic Island, Cairns, the Atherton Tablelands, the Daintree, the Cape York Peninsula and the Torres Strait Islands. (Equivalent printed page extent 170 pages).

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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Queensland & the Great Barrier Reef is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Delve into the vivid undersea kingdom at the Great Barrier Reef, experience the ancient Daintree Rainforest, or wander through the open-air markets in Brisbane; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Queensland & the Great Barrier Reef Travel Guide: - Colour maps and images throughout - Highlights and itineraries show you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interests - Insider tips save you time and money and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots - Essential info at your fingertips - including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices - Honest reviews for all budgets - including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss - Cultural insights give you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including history, art, film, music, politics, environment wildlife, cuisine, and wine - Over 67 neighbourhood maps - Useful features - including Month-by-Month (annual festival calendar), Queensland Outdoors, and Travel with Children - Coverage of Brisbane, Cairns, Noosa, Fraser Island, Kuranda, Port Douglas, the Daintree, Townsville, Innisfail, Whitsunday Coast, Cape York Peninsula, the Savannah Way, Redcliffe, Birdsville, Gold Coast, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Queensland & the Great Barrier Reef, our most comprehensive guide to Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less travelled. - Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Australia guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer, or Lonely Planet's Discover Australia, a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Regis St Louis, Sarah Gilbert, Catherine La Nevez, and Olivia Pozzan. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in. TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012 and 2013 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

With jumping crocs in Kakadu, elemental Uluru and Sydney's world-famous surf beaches, Australia is packed full of unforgettable adventures, and The Rough Guide to Australia will ensure you don't miss a thing. Now in its twelfth edition, The Rough Guide to Australia has been fully updated with more insider tips from Rough Guide's expert authors. Detailed full-colour maps help you negotiate the wilds of the Outback or simply find the best place for a flat white. Hand-picked itineraries and inspiring photography make planning a breeze, whether you want to swim with turtles around the Great Barrier Reef or cruise the surf-battered Great Ocean Road. Get to know the best budget-friendly bistros in Melbourne, discover Perth's craft beer scene or join a vineyard tour in the Barossa Valley with our comprehensive reviews. Adding depth to your travels, our Contexts section sheds light on Aboriginal culture, indigenous wildlife and over 40,000 years of Australian history. An indispensable travel companion, The Rough Guide to Australia will help you make the most of your trip of a lifetime.

Pocket-sized travel guides featuring the very best routes and itineraries. Discover the best of Queensland with this indispensably practical Insight Explore Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like the Whitsundays, Cairns, and the Great Barrier Reef, to discovering hidden gems, including Fraser Island, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, help you plan and enhance your visit to Queensland. Practical, pocket-sized and packed with inspirational insider information, this is the ideal on-the-move companion to your trip to Queensland. - Over 15 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat along the way - Local highlights: discover what makes the area special, its top attractions and unique sights, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Insider recommendations: where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips - Hand-picked places: find your way to great hotels, restaurants and nightlife using the comprehensive listings - Practical maps: get around with ease and follow the walks and tours using the detailed maps - Informative tips: plan your visit with an A to Z of advice on everything from transport to tipping - Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience - Covers: Brisbane, Moreton Island, Sunshine Coast, North Stradbroke Island, Gold Coast, Fraser Island, Whitsunday Islands, Cairns, Kuranda Circuit, Port Douglas, Daintree and Cape Tribulation, Atherton Tablelands, Mission Beach and Dunk Island About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Coastal Queensland & the Great Barrier Reef 8 is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Dive the Great Barrier Reef, walk through the magnificent Daintree Rainforest, then surf and play on the Gold Coast; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Coastal Queensland & the Great Barrier Reef: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, cinema, music, politics, climate change, outdoor activities Covers Brisbane, Gold Coast, Noosa, Fraser Island, Whitsundays, Townsville, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Coastal Queensland & the Great Barrier Reef , our most comprehensive guide to Queensland & the Great Barrier Reef, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.