It's easy. With every full 12 month policy (sorry, that's not an Annual Multi Trip or Frequent Traveller) you receive a free Footprints Travel Guide of your choice, retailing at up to $50.
Currently, you can select from the 10 different guides to chose from. We have outlined these guides below.
How Do I Chose My Free Guide?
On the "Buy" page of the purchase process we will ask you to select the guide that you would like.
The guide you select will then be sent to you in the post within 5 working days.
Things to note
There is a maximum of one guide per policy purchased so if you purchase a policy to cover two people then we still only send one guide.
If you decide to cancel your policy within the 14 days grace period then we will refund you your premium minus $50 which pays for the Footprints guide and postage.
Please call us on 1300 192 021 if you have any questions on this offer.
The Guides
Australia Travel Guide
One of the flagships of the Footprint list, this second edition of Footprint Australia features the new 2-colour format throughout, with bolder headings and new ultra-clear typeface, while still including a full-colour intro section and multi-page atlas. Thorough coverage of the whole country and over 100 maps have been put together by just two author teams, ensuring balanced opinions and comment. This isn't just NSW/QLD with a round-up of the 'best of the rest' - as in so many other Australian guides. Key features include distance to next/major towns in the town/sight notes and careful advice on road and environment conditions - essential for travellers seeing Australia in their own vehicle. Sights and activities are covered in depth and sleeping/eating options cover the full available range of budgets and styles - from boutique b&bs to bushcamps. Each state features a 'highlights' map and the pick of where to stay, and supporting 'Essential' and 'Background' information has been carefully selected and written to accommodate the requirements of every type and interest of traveller. Darroch Donald is also the author of the Footprint East Coast Australia and New Zealand guides; Andrew and Katrina also wrote Footprint West Coast Australia.
Brazil Handbook
Footprint HandbooksPeople-watch on the pristine beaches of Rio, spot all manner of rare wildlife along the waterways of the Pantanal and explore the lush forest and breathtaking waterfalls of the Goias Cerrado. Footprint's sixth edition of the "Brazil" guide is the perfect companion for the adventurous traveller wanting to get the most out of South America's largest and most diverse country. Jam-packed with information about the country's eclectic carnivals, passionate sporting events, vast biodiversity and spectacular scenery, this guide also provides up-to-date recommendations on where to eat and sleep and how to get around this vibrant country. This guide is brimming with information and suggestions on how to get off the beaten track, from dune-trekking in Olinda or birdwatching in Minas. It provides great coverage of Amazonia and the adventure travel scene including caving, canoeing, scuba-diving, hang-gliding, para-gliding and many more. It includes comprehensive listings on the country's most enticing scenes and activities, from Mardi Gras celebrations in Rio to the traditional parades and hippy festivals in Cidade de Goias and Bahia, plus all the usual accommodation, eating and drinking listings for every budget. It includes a full-colour planning section to inspire travellers and provide practical advice to help find the best experiences.
European City Breaks
A travel companion showing the experiences in Europe's 40 cities.
This title guides travellers with a mix of itineraries, recommendations of the sights and attractions, shopping, culture, nightlife, places to stay and eat, and more.
India Handbook 2009
This book features incredible India: beaches and backwaters, temples and tea plantations. Explore the enigmatic sub-continent with Footprint's revered and authoritative guide. Whether you want to escape it all at a rural retreat, learn yoga in Goa, hike the Himalayas or be dazzled by Bollywood, the new 16th edition will take you off the beaten track to experience the real India.
Malaysia and Singapore Travel Guide
Traversing the South China Sea, guiding travellers from the giddy heights of Kuala Lumpur to the national parks, perfect white sand beaches and coral reefs, Footprint's "Malaysia guide" is back for it's 6th edition. With extensive coverage of the best dive sights, where to spot rare wildlife and how to explore the heart of Borneo, this fully revised and updated edition provides all the comprehensive information need to introduce you to this rich and diverse land.
New Zealand Travel Guide
The 'Land of the Long White Cloud' stirs the imagination. This isolated country, with a smaller population than some European capitals, has stunningly diverse scenery, wild and remote beaches, volcanoes and also some pretty weird wildlife. Gentle humour, detailed listings and comprehensive coverage all set the pace in Footprint's fourth edition of this acclaimed book.
South Africa Handbook 2010
Footprint HandbooksSouth Africa has more to offer than you could possibly manage in one trip. With vibrant cities, dramatic scenery, a kaleidoscope of cultures, and the 2010 World Cup, it's an exciting place to be. Whether you're searching for the 'Big Five' in Kruger or exploring Cape Town's historic vineyards, there's something to appeal to every taste and budget. From the snowcapped peaks of the Drakensberg to the sweeping emptiness of the Kalahari desert, the 10th edition of Footprint's indispensable guide will help you find everything under the African sun. This title includes: Lesotho and Swaziland; amazing listings for adrenalin junkies - where to go bungy jumping, abseiling, sandboarding, canyoning, treetopping, surfing and so many more; full details on how to make the most of the stunning scenery, including the Wine, Garden and Brandy routes; up-to-the-minute accommodation listings from luxury lodge to homely hostels; and, detailed 32-page full colour wildlife guide. Annually updated - making this the most up-to-date guide available!
South American Handbook
"The South American Handbook" is a legend in travel guide publishing. The one-and-only 'Travellers' Bible', has had its annual overhaul, giving you a comprehensive update of everything you ever needed to know about how to discover this fascinating continent. The new 85th edition with over 1800 pages is unparalleled in its depth of coverage and takes independent travellers away from the well- trodden 'Gringo Trail', information available.
Southeast Asia Handbook
Sip slings in Singapore, get beyond Bali or take time out in Thailand with Footprint's very first guide to Southeast Asia. This brand new annual edition is the perfect companion for anyone wanting to get off the banana-pancake trail and escape and really uncover this beautiful region.
Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos Travel Guide
From the Mekong Delta to the Chinese border in Northern Laos, Footprint's "Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos" is the first guide of its kind to these three southeast Asian countries. Packed full of tips for you to get the best from Southeast Asia, whether on a career break, retirement jaunt or adventure packed holiday. Experience Angkor Wat, the strangeness of the Plain of Jars, travel on a bamboo train and visit the Perfume Pagoda. With an extensive planning section and suggestions for getting off the beaten track, this guide will help you get the most from this fascinating region.
