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Caribbean Islands
Kay Showker has selected the 100 best (not necessarily most expensive) resorts discovered on numerous visits to the islands. Chosen for their ambience, gracious service, range of prices, excellent amenities, and spectacular locations, these tropical delights include the likes of La Sirena and the Spice Island Inn....$21.95
This guide provides solid information to help passengers make the most of their Caribbean cruise. Drawing on authorities at the University of the Virgin Islands and University of Miami, this book is a reliable reference for Caribbean-bound travellers...$24.95
The islands of the Eastern Caribbean fit all the tropical images: powdery white sands, clear turquoise waters, lush rainforests, balmy weather and a laid-back pace. This guide contains extensive information on places to stay and eat for every budget, plus details on a host of outdoor activities such as hiking, diving and sailing.......$27.99
The splendor of the Caribbean and the pleasures of cruising make an unbeatable combination. Let cruise expert Kay Showker show you how to plan a carefree vacation at sea and in port, including valuable information on shore excursions......$22.95
With this guide, cruise expert Kay Showker shows you how to plan a carefree vacation at sea and in port, including valuable information on shore excursions.........$22.95
Where to dine and shop, and what to do and see when you go ashore........$19.99
This award-winning guidebook brings you a treasure trove of practical advice, information and listings, from the Bahamas and Cuba to Guyana.........$27.50
Frommer's is packed with completely up-to-date information, exact prices, and candid insider advice. You will find a complete rundown on all the islands, information on the most inviting places to stay for every taste and budget, the best island dining, tips on where to pick up local arts and crafts, all the best beaches, and detailed, accurate maps....$29.99
Where to dine and shop, and what to do and see when you go ashore........$21.99
From US and Canadian home ports to the Caribbean, Alaska, Hawaii & more...........$29.99
This true story of adventure reads like a novel. Bob Hudson, an American charterboat captain in the Caribbean down on his luck reluctantly accepts an impossible job beacuse he needs the money. Through friends, he gets to know the unscrupulous owner of a small coastal freighter who asks him to skipper an old rustbucket with a load of drilling equipment from Trinidad to Guadeloupe...$16.95
More than 50 islands, including the Bahamas....$26.50
It's opinionated, irreverent, funny, and informative.....$29.95
Lesser Antilles
Full practical information on what to eat and where to stay make this an invaluable tool for the island visitor.........$28.95
Aruba, Bonaire & Curacao
Complete guide to diving and snorkelling...........$25.00
Located to the north of Venezuela, Bonaire is a paradise for divers and snorkelers of all levels. This guide describes the best sites to explore, from beautiful reefs to sunken wrecks......$28.99
The all-in-one guide to fun-filled days and nights packed with places to eat, sleep, play and relax...$13.99
Bahamas, Turks & Caicos
This complete guide also includes the Turks and Caicos, with extensive information on where to stay, and is suitable for all budgets. Packed with information on a variety of topics, including spectacular dive sites, hot nightspots, straw markets and calypso dance clubs, Fodor's has once again given us a guide that is both well-written and informative....$22.99
Barbados
Pull-out travel map included.........$16.95
Bermuda
Practical, informative and user-friendly, this new guide highlights the major places of interest, describing their principal attractions and offering sound suggestions on where to tour, stay, eat, shop and relax......$17.95
Can't-miss sights, activities, restaurants and accommodations; suggestions on how to plan a trip that's perfect for you; detailed and easy-to-use maps; the firsthand experience and unique perspective of author Rosemary Jones........$24.50
Cayman Islands
Extraordinary fish life, exceptional visibility, stunning drop-offs, shallow coral reefs, magnificent canyons and caves, and fascinating shipwrecks. It is no wonder that the Cayman Islands provide the most spectacular variety of underwater fun you can find! This colourful reference includes specific information on depth, visibility, currents, expertise required, bottom terrain, and marine life. In addition you will discover helpful local information, names of dive shops and charter operations, a brief history of the Cayman Islands, and safety information....$28.99
Let these superb photos and three-dimensional maps be your guide to one of the most spectacular dive destinations in the world......$18.95
Cuba
This handy illustrated compendium covers everything from the Cross of Columbus and the Bacardi Rum Factory to Havana's Morro Castle and Ernest Hemingway's Finca la Vigia........$24.95
This guy is prolific. With Ireland and Sotland and Newfoundland behind him, he now tackles Cuba.....$24.99
50 days of detailed rides from Havana to Pinar del Rio and the Oriente.....$28.99
Before 1960, Cuba lured more visitors than any other Caribbean destination. Today independent travellers are rediscovering the treasures of this island paradise amid the legacy of revolution. this down-to-earth guide takes visitors beyond the confines of package tours to nearly 300 beaches, affordable resorts, and colonial plazas. You will find in-depth coverage of Havana, expert advice on the best restaurants and hotels for all budgets, over 60 detailed maps, comprehensive background information on Cuban history and politics, tips on where to head for world-class scuba diving and snorkeling, and spotlights on Hemingway and human rights, santeria and cigars................$24.99
Stories selected and organized regionally for the curious traveler ........$18.00
Pico Iyer gives us a novel whose central character is another place: the melancholy, ebullient, and dazzlingly inconsistent island that is Castro's Cuba. It is the story of Richard, the jaded photojournalist falling in love with the ravishing cubana named Lourdes. What ensues is a story of passion and regret that is moving, arousing and atmospheric.......$16.95
An American housewife in Havana......$17.95
A century and a half of literary travelers who have been dazzled by Cuba......$21.00
A quick guide to customs & etiquette.............$12.95
"Lucid, informed, and entertaining"- Library Journal USA........$16.99
In February 2000, writer Lea Aschkenas finds her way to Cuba with plans for a short visit....a moving tale of culture and politics, history and romance, and how they all collide and coexist when two people from conflicting countries fall in love.........$21.50
Pull-out travel map included.....$18.95
Lynette Chiang fled a decent job, three-bedroom house, fast car, and nice bloke in Sydney and, armed with a poor sense of direction, set off to see the world on a folding bicycle. The Handsomest Man in Cuba is the tale of her three-month romp pedaling through Cuba and dealing with whatever comes her way - and just about everything does..........$18.95
With more than seventy mouthwatering recipes, this vibrant memoir by food writer Viviana Carballo shares the Havana of her childhood - warm nights, pounding surf, energetic music, and the memorable meals that both nourished and delighted her and her family throughout the years..........$21.99
Baker's kiss-and-tell account of his romps across Fidel's island offers a bittersweet glimpse of life inside the last Marxist utopia Jon Lee Anderson, author of Che Guevara: A revolutionary Life.....$21.50
Author Christopher baker leapt onto a motorcycle and logged over 4,000 miles researching this book- it ranges from Havana's colonial palaces and dynamic nightclubs to the diamond-dust beaches of Varadero, providing detailed practical information, as well as in-depth exploration into Cuba's unique culture and turbulent history...$28.95
Whether you are lured by the exotic dining, the legendary nightlife, or the Hemingway-haunted bars, this guide opens the doors to travel in the Cuban capital.....$15.50
The ultimate handbook to the Caribbean's largest island..........$24.99
From Treasure Island to mafia Den.....$19.50
An exile's hunger for home......$16.50
Journeys in Cuba....$32.95
The essential companion to the most compelling capital on earth, with its world-class music scene, architectural allure and rebel politics. Along with honest reviews of hotels and restaurants, iconic sights and hidden gems, we offer in-depth of Cuba's past and present - and its elusive future.......$22.95
True stories by Cristina Garcia, Pico Iyer, Dave Eggers, Ruth Behar, Eduardo Galeano, Bob Shacochis, Andrei Codrescu and many more.....$26.50
Dominican Republic & Haiti
On the night of June 22nd, 1965, a catholic priest from Canada was gunned down in the Dominican Republic. Forty years later, his nephew returns in search of the truth.....$22.95
This guide shows you where to celebrate Carnival, dance to merengue, see colonial architecture, view wildlife and swim with crocodiles........$25.99
Explores every corner of this diverse country rich in history, culture, nature and rum. Features include: in-depth coverage of Santo Domingo; engaging articles on indigenous peoples, wildlife and outdoor recreation; detailed maps, and insightful reviews of hundreds of restaurants and hotels...$21.95
The most complete guide to the Caribbean's most popular destination...........$24.99
Jamaica
Frommer's is packed with practical information, exact prices, and candid insider advice. In this authoritative guide you will find: ideas on the best places to stay, the latest on island dining, all the best beaches, where to find island art, ideas on what's hot after dark, and of course, all the information that you will need to see the sights........$21.99
Home of Rastas and reggae, Jamaica offers lazy days on sun-splashed beaches and festive nights. Take the plunge into Jamaica's lesser-known attractions with this down-to-earth guide full of insider tips. Explore the island, from laid-back Treasure Beach to the inland maze of Cockpit Country, from the Black River Morass to the peak of Blue Mountain. There are 46 maps included, full coverage on places to stay and eat for every budget, advice on the best beaches, tips on exploring national parks and a useful language section....$21.99
Puerto Rico
Exceptional restaurants, hotels, and sights selected to help you make the best choice.......$23.99
This easy-to-use, authoritative guide has everything you need for the perfect trip. You will find ideal accommodations for every taste and budget, the latest information on eating out, ideas on what to see and do, the best beaches- plus snorkeling and diving-, a complete shopper's guide, and inside tips on nightlife....$19.99
The book begins with a lively history section and a series of authoritative essays designed to give real insight into the art and language, music and cuisine of the island, together with a portrait of its people and an introduction to their way of life. It then provides a run-down of the sights worth seeing, complete with colour photographs and detailed maps. There is also a listings section which covers all the practical details- from finding a hotel, to where to sample local cuisine....$25.99
Can't-miss sights, activities, restaurants, and accommodations; suggestions on how to plan a trip that's perfect for you; detailed and easy-to-use maps; the firsthand experience and unique perspective of author Suzanne Van Atten...........$24.50
From the ramparts of San Juan's centuries-old fortresses to the warm sands of Playa Luquillo, this detailed guide takes you to the heart of this enticing island and reveals all its hidden treasures......$21.99
Trinidad & Tobago
Trinidad in 1961 is a country inching toward independence, but village life is hard, and Narpat, a sugarcane farmer, is sickened by the corruption he sees all around him....A Perfect Pledge depicts one village's struggle to find its identity in a rapidly changing world, and celebrates both the heartbreak of failed dreams and the resilience of the human spirit.......$21.00
The ultimate handbook to the liveliest islands in the Caribbean.......$24.99
Virgin Islands (British & U.S.)
The inside scoop on where to go and what to see...............$20.99
From high-end resorts to deserted beaches, this guide offers suggestions that will please everyone. Outspoken opinions on what't worth it or not, exact prices, and off-the-beaten-path experiences.................$21.99
The first-hand experience and unique perspective of author Susanna Henighan Potter....$20.95
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