This full-color guide to Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef includes vibrant photos and easy-to-use maps to help you plan the trip of a lifetime. The birthplace of modern Australia, Sydney is a bustling, cosmopolitan playground. Off Queensland’s endless coast, the Great Barrier Reef is a playground of a different kind, a wonderland of coral gardens and colorful sea life. Larger than the Great Wall of China and home to thousands of species of wildlife, the Great Barrier Reef is an adventure-lover’s paradise. In this book, expert traveler Ulrike Lemmin-Woolfrey tells you everything you need to know to make this trip possible, with tips on: How to get from Sydney to the Reef and where to stop along the way—including information on Cairns, Port Douglas, and Townsville How to experience the Reef’s world-class diving How to choose the best reef cruises and rainforest tours How to find and identify wildlife

Explore the bustling, cosmopolitan playground of Sydney or dive in to a wonderland of coral gardens and colorful sea life. Discover an adventure-lover's paradise with Moon Sydney & The Great Barrier Reef. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries ranging from five days to two weeks, with ideas for divers, wildlife enthusiasts, beachgoers, history buffs, families with kids, and more The top sights and unique experiences: See the iconic Sydney Opera House, stroll past the ferries crisscrossing the harbor, and get a feel for Sydney's history at The Rocks. Learn to surf at Bondi Beach or stroll along the pine tree-lined promenade at Manly Beach. Get up close and personal with the animals at Taronga Zoo, snorkel and dive the Great Barrier Reef, spot crocodiles on the Daintree River, or take a cablecar ride above the rainforest's canopy in Kuranda. Indulge in a four-course meal with stunning harbor views at Quay, sample fresh oysters, or feast on a casual meal beachside after a long day of swimming and exploring Honest advice on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay from expert traveler Ulrike Lemmin-Woolfrey Detailed maps and full-color photos throughout Background information on health and safety, the landscape, history, and culture, plus a 30-page guide to Australia's diverse wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, and platypuses Full coverage of Sydney, the Southern Reef, Townsville and nearby islands, Cairns, Port Douglas, and more With Moon Sydney's expert advice and local insight, you can have the trip of a lifetime. Exploring more of the South Pacific? Check out Moon New Zealand or Moon Fiji.

During your valuable holidays, you will want to experience the heart of Australia. Footprint’s Dream Trip Australia will ensure you discover the very best this glorious destination has to offer as well as take you to some fantastic out-of-the-way places hand-picked by the author. From the stunning Sydney Opera House to a tour of the Bungle Bungles, this new guide is packed full of ideas, suggestions and expert advice and will help you design your own dream trip. • Packed with detailed information on where to go and what to do • A hand-picked selection of the very best places to stay and eat in • Full-colour trip-planning section featuring detailed itineraries and maps • Off-the-beaten track suggestions from the author • Compact, pocket-sized format so you can carry it with you • Written by a local expert offering you insider information Footprint’s carefully tailored information ensures that you get the most out of your dream trip.

The author traces his journey through the South Pacific and examines the natural history of the region