Footprint East Coast Australia Handbook Author:Darroch Donald The East Coast of Australia, from Sydney to Cairns, is ripe with stunning coastal scenery, endless beaches, lush national parks, the Great Barrier Reef and unlimited outdoor activities. In this new guide from Footprint, author Darroch Donald guides discerning travelers to the nearly 250 miles of beaches along this popular coastline. Packed with ... more »practical information, it prepares travelers for coastal and Great Barrier Reef exploration, including where to surf, water ski, scuba dive, and sea kayak, as well as where to stay, eat, and drink. And for those who prefer to remain inland, the book gives information for activities like hiking, horseback riding, skydiving, and rock climbing and highlights ten mega-adventures and sights off the beaten track, including a trek through the Undara Lava Tubes in Queensland's outback and dolphin-watching off Cape Byron. Over 50 color maps for in-depth planning and confident navigation are logically laid out and driver-friendly with distances between all towns and major attractions. This handbook perfectly demonstrates why Footprint travel guides are synonymous with discovery and adventure. Each guide provides eye-opening, accurate, and reliable information, ensuring that every trip is memorable and enlightening.« less