This chapter contains the 25 Top Experiences, Welcome to Australia, Need to Know, If You Like, Month by Month, Itineraries, Your Reef Trip, Your Outback Trip, Australia Outdoors and Regions at a Glance chapters from Lonely Planet’s Australia guidebook.

Your journey to Australia starts here. You’ll find the tools to plan your adventure: where to go and when, how much to budget, plus indepth info on planning your trip to the Great Barrier Reef.

• tailor-made itineraries, arranged by region, themes and events
• list of highlights and best experiences
• detailed information on outdoor activities
• user-friendly country overview ensures you won't miss a thing

Coverage includes: If You Like: Beaches, Islands, Wilderness, History, Luxury Stays, Valleys of Wine, Festivals, Live Music/Pubs, Markets, Art Galleries, Indigenous Culture or Outback Adventure, Your Reef Trip, Diving & Snorkelling The Reef, Your Outback Trip, Australia Outdoors, Bushwalking, Cycling, Wildlife Watching, Skiing & Snowboarding.