Australia is a country of great diversity, with cosmopolitan cities and dusty farming communities, coral reefs and arid deserts. Our Fodor's Gold Guide to Australia offers everything you'll need to make the most of your holiday in this amazing country. The guide features our unique A-Z Smart Travel Tips section, full of essential practical information and useful websites, as well as a colour section with beautiful photography to whet your appetite before you set off. We review restaurant and hotel options to cover all budgets and tastes and we cover all the major cities, resorts, national parks, and tourist spots. With maps and multi-day itineraries we'll help you plan your perfect trip, from Uluru to the Great Barrier Reef.