Cool Camping Australia

Book excerpt: Kerryn Burgess has pitched her tent at hundreds of campsites along Australia's east coast, and hand-picked 60 of the best in this funky book for budget-conscious campers, who still want to experience something special. For those who love the beach, you can discover a deserted, 90-mile stretch of sand where all that stands between it and you is a cold beer. If it's rainforest you're after, check out the places where you can wake to the sound of a waterfall (bonus: it's crocodile-free). While Kerryn can't offer to pump up your airbed when it springs a leak, this book is guaranteed to take the hassle out of choosing the best campsites. There's loads of information, cool images and tips to make sure you don't turn up at the same time as a big school group. This means you're sure to find a campsite with great views, ambience, lots of trees, truckloads of things to do (including nothing at all), good facilities and the x-factor: that special something that means you extend your return ticket by another month.