Subjects:  1. Caribbean & West Indies    2. Central America    3. Special Interest - Adventure    4. Travel    5. Travel - Foreign    6. Netherlands Antilles    7. Travel & holiday guides   

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Best Guide on Honduras to-date
This is the most comprehensive guide on Honduras I have found.
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Subjects:  1. Central America    2. General    3. Travel    4. Travel - General    5. Honduras    6. Travel & holiday guides   

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A Nature Tour of Puerto Rico
This is a strong guide for active, nature-loving travellers but also includes information on Internet cafes, bicycle rentals, and the bus system in San Juan.We especially appreciated the list of unusual accommodations.Our favorite was Casa Cubuy on the south side of El Yunque.We had a lovely and memorable stay at this guest house thanks to a friendly host, interesting guests, and stunning views of the rain forest.Other accommodations we enjoyed included Hotel Belgica in Ponce and Villa Cofresi, an affordable resort in Rincon.The book also includes detailed information on the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico in San Juan, live music spots, and the Arecibo Observatory.The volume shortchanges the striking Rio Camuy Cave Park and lists Old San Juan attractions in a confusing order, but it has interesting extras, such as the blurb about the curious Boiling Nuclear Superheater in Rincon and an explanation of a local pirate, Roberto Cofresi.The concise road maps helped us navigate smaller highways while the hiking maps for the Guanica Forest Reserve and El Yunque helped us guestimate the time needed for an adequate visit.We were especially glad we didn't miss the Bahia Fosforescente (Phosphorescent Bay). The tabs along the edge of the book (south coast, etc.), made for particularly quick reference.

Not really a new edition
We were fairly disappointed with this book. True, although the information was a bit old (and some incorrect), it was satisfactory. But we had used Adventure Guide to Puerto Rico by Harry S. Pariser and this was supposed to be a new edition. However, much of the information that made the other book so enjoyable was missing. We did discover that Harry S. Pariser has a new guidebook, Explore Puerto Rico. We got this guide in time for our trip and used it as well. It was much more compact and had new information in it. It has much better maps and has more information than the previous editions. We found it to be the best guide!

Thorough and descriptive
A down-to-earth guide. Information-packed, offering comprehensive and interesting facts about every aspect of the island.Read more

Subjects:  1. Caribbean & West Indies    2. Travel    3. Travel - Foreign    4. Puerto Rico    5. Travel & holiday guides   

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*The* book to bring
I recently rode my motorcycle up the Alaska Highway and space was pretty limited.I photocopied pages out of various other books, but brought this one along intact.
A Great Guide to The Alcan and Beyond.
While the Milepost will give you every pullout and scenic view on the highway, this book is great reading about what to do, and what to see on your way.The information is very accurate and intresting.In this book,when you look up a certain place you end up reading on and on.

Great travelling companion
I took this book with the AAA guidebook on my trip to Alaska, read the AAA intro on the plane there and read only this book for the rest of the trip. We traveled more than 2,000 miles on the Alaska Highway. This book has beena great companion and guide book wherever we go. I even did some morereading on the plane back home because the writing was interesting. It maybe partly because Alaska is such an interesting subject; but the book isdefinitely fun to read. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. North America    2. Special Interest - Adventure    3. Travel    4. Travel - United States    5. United States - Pacific - Alaska    6. Alaska    7. Travel & holiday guides   

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Excellent
"Recommended for visitors who want to research a trip ahead of time and take the book along for repeated reference. An outdoors-oriented guide which includes all the best fishing spots, hiking trails in largely uncharted areas and whitewater rafting. An excellent guide." The Bookwatch

Somethingfor nearly everyone
"...intended for the adventure-minded travelers with special affection for the outdoors and nature. Each Adventure Guide packs in outdoor-oriented activities set in different regions. There's something for nearly everyone." Midwest Book Review

Well researched
"[Adventure Guides] direct you away from the theme parks and into the great outdoors... the information on trekking routes, canoeing, wildlife refuges - even golf courses - is well researched." The Sunday Telegraph ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Great Smoky Mountains (N.C. and Tenn.)    2. Great Smoky Mountains National Park (N.C. and Tenn.)    3. Guidebooks    4. Reference - General    5. Special Interest - Adventure    6. Travel    7. Travel - United States    8. United States - South - East South Central (General)    9. United States - South - Tennessee   

Editorial Review

This easy-to-use book is packed with practical information andenticing facts that make it fun to read: "Sarasota owes itsdevelopment and artistic reputation to, ironically, the circus, whichwintered there beginning in the late 1800s. In contrast to circusraucousness, however, John Ringling was a man swayed by esthetics. Theart he loved had a bit of three-ring showiness to it, nonetheless, asshown by the baroque Italianate palace he built himself inSarasota." A clean, attractive layout makes it easy to find whatyou're looking for within each of the book's six sections, whether itbe suggestions for finding the best food, lodging, kayaking, fishing,or shopping; even driving directions are included. ... Read more

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Outlines the best in inland and water trips
Chelle Koster Walton's third edition of Tampa Bay & Florida's West Coastis out, and it updates all the basics on accommodations, restaurants, natural areas and historic sites alike. This adventure-oriented guide outlines the best in inland and water trips, includes museums and shopping, and provides an outdoor focus and budget-minded focus which will appeal to trip planners.
A must
"This second edition of Walton's comprehensive guide... is a must for visitors." Bon Voyage

It's all here!
A full update of this popular guidebook, previously called the Adventure Guide to Florida's West Coast. This book takes in all the cities, towns, nature preserves, wilderness areas and sandy beaches that grace the Sunshine State's western shore. Covers Tampa Bay to Naples and Everglades National Park to Sanibel Island. Canoeing the Everglades, hiking on Gasparilla Island, exploring the history of Tampa's Ybor City - it's all here! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Travel    2. Travel - United States    3. United States - South - South Atlantic (General)    4. United States - South Atlantic - Florida    5. Florida    6. Travel & holiday guides   

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Lovely guide
Of the three Germany guidebooks I used, this one was the most useful and not only because it covers so many places that the others simply ignored. Although you never get 10% off for showing this book, it has enough sensible advice on how to shave unnecessary expenses off the budget without ever feeling or acting like a cheapskate.
Comprehensive guidebook with great coverage of the former East German regions
Great to see a guidebook on Germany in English by an author who realizes that Germany is more than Berlin, the Rhine, and Bavaria. Not that the well-known areas are neglected but I particularly enjoyed the wide coverage on the former East German regions.
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Subjects:  1. Europe - Germany    2. Special Interest - Adventure    3. Special Interest - Ecotourism    4. Travel    5. Travel - Foreign    6. Germany    7. Travel & holiday guides   

Subjects:  1. Caribbean & West Indies    2. Travel    3. Travel - Foreign    4. Guadeloupe    5. Travel & holiday guides   

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Best Guidebook
Grenada, St Vincent & the Grenadines Adventure Guide has been selected by the Caribbean Tourism Organization as "Best Guidebook to the Caribbean in 2004."

Pretty good guide book
My wife and I took this book with us on a recent "Yankee Clipper" cruise from Windjammer. The book was quite useful with good descriptions (usually a paragraph or two) of the accomodations and restaurants on the islands we visited (Grenada, Mayreau, Bequia, Carricou, Tobago Cays). The authors were very up front about the experiences they DIDN'T like which helped us to avoid frustration. The book also had a nicely organized table of contents which helped navigate the book quickly. Remarkable and worthwhile guide
This guide is immediate and thorough; it give a host of places and activities that could fulfill even the most bored tourist's desires. The book is salted with the kind of personal experience that makes visiting these islands so special. They take us away from palm beaches, island vistas and rugged emerald mountains and put us in touch with the people who inhabit these beautiful places. From fishermen in Barrouallie to Rastas in the Port Elizabeth market and a botanist in St. George's, we get a sense of the lives that entwine to make up the fabric of these islands. Also, each section begins with a history of the place at hand, so important to understanding the southern Windwards. The authors have produced a journeyman labor, a product of discernment and enterprise tempered with warmth and humor. Those of us who have seen the southern Windwards as a special place for so long have reason to be thankful and relieved.Read more

Subjects:  1. Caribbean & West Indies    2. Travel    3. Travel - Foreign    4. Grenada    5. St Vincent    6. Travel & holiday guides   

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Buy Frommers or Fodors instead
I was very disappointed with this guide book.I've bought a lot of guidebooks and have never seen one as general as this one.The information contained in Fodors or Frommers big Carribean books give better coverage to St. Kitts which is what I was interested in learning about.

Search the web instead
I read the review that said this book was worthless and chose to ignore it - mistake!You can definitely find all of this information, plus a whole lot more, via the few websites and message boards about Anguilla.Buy a book to read on your trip instead!

Helpful Guide
I have found this book to be an informative helpful guide about some of the Carribean islands which little seems to be written.Read more

Subjects:  1. Caribbean & West Indies    2. Caribbean Area    3. Guidebooks    4. Leeward Islands (West Indies)    5. Reference - General    6. Special Interest - Adventure    7. Travel    8. Travel - Foreign    9. Leeward Islands    10. Travel & holiday guides   

Subjects:  1. Caribbean & West Indies    2. Travel    3. Travel - Foreign    4. Guadeloupe    5. Travel & holiday guides   

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Do You Want To Know Where To Find Adventures In The Caymans?
Travel writer and photographer, Paris Permenter and John Bigley, with their guidebook, Adventure Guide To The Cayman Islands- 2nd Edition, have given travelers a new way to appreciate the magnificent Cayman Islands. From local nature to taking dives and walking tours
Patris Permenter and John Bigley's Cayman Islands appears in its second edition to explore the people, places, and underwater attractions of the islands. From local nature to taking dives and walking tours, this provides a variety of opportunities.

Great book!
My family and I just got back from a trip to the Cayman Islands, and this book helped before and during the trip!The airline and hotel information was great to plan how to get there and where to stay and the descriptions of the activities helped us decide what to see on the island!I'd recommend this guide to anyone! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Caribbean & West Indies    2. Travel    3. Travel - Foreign    4. Cayman Islands    5. Travel & holiday guides   

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Wonderful
The book is great. I love the www references, the personal touches and for me the descriptions and comments make me feel like I am already there.
Camping to fishing, cruising, hiking and more
An activity guide packed with detail on everything from horseback riding and camping to fishing, cruising, hiking and more. Chapters are organized regionally and make it easy to look up local accommodations and eateries, inland and water adventures, and even small local maps for quick consultation. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Australia & Oceania - General    2. Special Interest - Adventure    3. Travel    4. Travel - Foreign    5. New Zealand    6. Travel & holiday guides   

Subjects:  1. Asia - Southeast    2. Special Interest - Adventure    3. Special Interest - Ecotourism    4. Travel    5. Travel - Foreign    6. Thailand    7. Travel & holiday guides   

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Excellent
"Recommended for visitors who want to research a trip ahead of time and take the book along for repeated reference. Covers the beautiful islands in the chain, from reefs, wrecks and eco-adventures to town attractions and places to stay. An excellent guide." The Bookwatch

What happened to the first four editions
I've been using Harry S. Pariser's Adventure Guide to the Virgin Islands in its previous editions, but this is not it. This is a completely new book, but one which is skimpy on background information and other features which made his such a joy to use. This book is just not the same." ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Caribbean & West Indies    2. Travel    3. Travel - Foreign   

Subjects:  1. Europe - Greece    2. Special Interest - Adventure    3. Travel    4. Travel - Foreign    5. Italy    6. Travel & holiday guides   

Editorial Review

Most Trinidad and Tobago guides (and there aren't many) assume you're there to sunbathe. A list of hotels, directions to the best beach, a brief mention of the bird sanctuaries in case you're into them, and that's that.O'Donnell and Pefkaros explore the adventurous side of the islands as well, with hiking and kayaking, mud volcanoes,water falls and swamps. They're beautiful, friendly islands and worth taking the time to get to know them well. ... Read more

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Poor maps
Good information, but lousy, hand drawn maps.Maps were in black and white, minimal detail, pencil drawn.

Informal approach to travel in TNT
I've been to TNT once for two weeks and am returning again in a few months.I bought the book to refresh my memory and, more importantly, get me excited about my return trip.It's a great read, and as the back cover suggests, it really is written for the traveler who wants to experience more than just sunbathing.However, once you've been to Trindad and Tobago, you discover that they are not your generic Caribbean islands.Visiting Trindad and Tobago is more of a cultural vacation than an island getaway.Once you step foot off the plane at Piarco airport, you'll never want to leave, or you'll want to go back once every year.The two islands are full of charisma, and O'Donnell and Pefkaros do a good job of capturing this spirit in the book.You really cannot be intimidated by the cultures of TNT.From the street vendor corn soup, to crab and dumplings, "down de islands", Maracas, Pigeon Point, Speyside, fried flying fish, Caribs, lorries, maxis, wining, Trinidad's great bar/club scene, the Northern Range, etc. - this book virtually covers all Trinidad and Tobago vacation opportunities and experiences.

Loaded with detailed information
Although definitely a part of the Caribbean, these two islands are unique, refusing to conform with the stock Caribbean image created by glossy brochures and travel agencies. They are both generous and Caribbean-spirited, but quite capable of going their own way.Read more

Subjects:  1. Caribbean & West Indies    2. Guidebooks    3. Reference - General    4. Special Interest - Adventure    5. Travel    6. Travel - Foreign    7. Trinidad and Tobago    8. Hotel & holiday accommodation guides    9. Sports & Outdoor Recreation    10. Trinidad & Tobago   

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A 'must' for any serious about Florida
The newly updated 4th edition of Bruce Morris' Adventure Guide Florida Keys & Everglades National Park is out, and any destination-bound Everglades traveler would do well to obtain a copy. From places to stay and snorkeling experiences to eco tours and cultural adventures, the latest updated information is imparted in a spirited set of outdoor adventure tips. A 'must' for any serious about Florida. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Special Interest - Adventure    2. Travel    3. Travel - United States    4. Travel Guides - U.S.    5. United States - South - South Atlantic (General)    6. United States - South Atlantic - Florida    7. Florida    8. Travel & holiday guides   

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Exceptional
An exceptional resource. The suggestions for activities were found to be right on target. About.com

highly recommended
"These useful guides are highly recommended... " Library Journal

wonderful
"The ideal traveling companion, and a wonderful book for the armchair traveler." Midwest Book Review ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Alaska    2. Essays & Travelogues    3. Guidebooks    4. Inside Passage    5. Special Interest - Adventure    6. Travel    7. Travel - United States    8. United States - Pacific - Alaska   

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Well researched
"[Adventure Guides] direct you away from the theme parks and into the great outdoors... the information on trekking routes, canoeing, wildlife refuges - even golf courses - is well researched." The Sunday Telegraph

Discover the whole Everglades
"This book makes it easy to discover the whole [Everglades], even the secret places like Corkscrew Swamp." National Audubon Society

The book has minimal diving-related discussions.
The book has minimal diving-related discussions. It is more of a generalized guidebook to the Keys. If you're looking for diving-specific info, go elsewhere. As a guidebook, it does an okay job. Not a bad book,especially considering the price. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Travel    2. Travel - United States    3. United States - South - South Atlantic (General)    4. United States - South Atlantic - Florida    5. Outdoor Recreation    6. Florida Keys    7. Everglades    8. Guidebooks