2000 (Caribbean Islands Handbook)

by SarahCameron (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1999

  $32.00

  This award-winning travel series has been capturing worldwide attention and admiration for 76 years since the publication of the now-legendary South American Handbook. The authors are all experts who have lived or worked in the countries they write about, and their prose will inspire readers to enjoy these places as much as they do.Footprint Handbooks are packed with up to 1,700 pages of up-to-date information for travelers, including highlights of virtually every town and site, money-saving tips, advice on staying healthy, and anecdotes on local history, culture, customs, and etiquette.

• Used

  Paperback
  1999

  $3.25

  This handbook, in its 11th edition, provides detailed and practical travel information on the Caribbean Islands from the Bahamas and Cuba to Guyana. It provides details on where to stay, from luxury hideaways on remote islands to self-catering villas and apartments, and information on night life, how to get about and where to eat and drink. It includes sections on scuba diving, sailing, fishing, hiking and walking, and water sports, as well as information about island hopping, carnivals, festivals, local music, finding beaches off the beaten track and exploring old forts. Details are included on the best places for whale and dolphin-watching. The countries covered are the Pan Caribbean, all the English, French, Dutch and Spanish speaking islands, Cuba and the Bahamas.

• Used

  Hardcover
  1990

  $12.87

  This handbook is designed for visitors who want to understand the region, explore the lesser known islands, get to know the hidden parts of their favourite islands, and gain maximum benefit from their stay. It opens up the islands, helping discerning visitors discover rainforests, tropical birds, marine life, coral reefs, volcanoes and deserted beaches, as well as the region's unique cultural heritage. Although not written especially for boating people it does feature many aspects which would be of interest to them. All the main ports and anchorages in the Caribbean are covered, from a shore facilities point of view, and the sections on each island have information about diving, swimming and beaches.