Frommer's Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands & the San Juan Islands [Paperback]

Chris McBeath (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 4, 2009 | Series: Frommer's Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands & the San Juan Islands

Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer.

• The lowdown on experiencing the island's most exhilarating outdoor adventures, refreshing day spas and resorts, and outstanding culinary offerings.

• Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not.

• Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip whatever your budget.

• Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions.

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From the Back Cover

Hiking trails in Pacific Rim National Park near Tofino take you past huge cedar trees that are hundreds of years old. See chapter 7.

• Detailed maps throughout

• Exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practical information

• Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants,plus sights, shopping, and nightlife

• Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas

• Insider tips from local expert authors

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

A full-time writer who globe-trots and scribes for a living, Chris McBeath makes her home in these islands of the Pacific Northwest. Because she has worked in so many facets of the tourism industry, from chambermaid to management, aboard cruise ships and in topranked hotels, she has an insider’s eye for what makes a great travel experience. Chris tweets, blogs, and maintains a travel website (www.greatestgetaways.com) on her various travels. Although she contributes to publications worldwide, this book represents a part of the world that is closest to her heart. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Frommers; 2 edition (March 4, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470157356
• ISBN-13: 978-0470157350
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #465,531 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #65 in Books > Travel > Canada > Provinces > British Columbia
  • #93 in Books > Travel > United States > States > Washington

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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book if you want to cover a lot on short time, May 14, 2007

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Amnon Feiner (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Frommer's Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands & the San Juan Islands (Frommer's Complete Guides) (Paperback)

Frommer will never dissapoint you. If you have limited number of days and want to see as much as possible, this is the right guide. IT also details all essential services and key WEB sites. For this price tag, just keep it in your backpack.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars comprehensive, August 14, 2008

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William Langley (Aspen, Co United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Frommer's Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands & the San Juan Islands (Frommer's Complete Guides) (Paperback)

A comprehensive coverage but reviews focus more upmarket. Little coverage of the good small b&b's.