-- New and improved maps that "zoom in" on each area and lead the traveler along the described route
-- New features including checklists of author favorites, weekend itineraries, and walking tours
-- "Hidden" spots -- loved by the local but missed by most visitors -- prominently marked in the margin
-- Detailed descriptions of beaches, parks, and outdoor activities that take the reader beyond he sightseeing circuit to hike, bike, swim, snorkel, and camp
-- Redesigned front and back covers that are more dynamic, more colorful, and easier to read
-- Expanded internet information that includes email and Web site addresses for every listing
-- Separates the overhyped spots from the authentic escapes with opinionated reviews that lead readers to special island getaways
