Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands (Multi Country Travel Guide) [Paperback]

Ryan Ver Berkmoes (Author), Amy C. Balfour (Author), Michael Grosberg (Author), Scott Kennedy (Author), Richard Koss (Author), Joshua Krist (Author), Tom Masters (Author), Brandon Presser (Author), Ellee Thalheimer (Author), Karla Zimmerman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2008 | Series: Multi Country Travel Guide

Discover the Caribbean Islands

Discover your inner daredevil on an awesome cayoning trip in Dominica
View the Virgins from above then hit the beach after a worth-the-sweat trek in St John
Sip rum by day and dance beachside by night in Jamaica
Survey classic cars and huge cigars, and learn the secrets of salsa in Cuba

In This Guide

Thirteen authors, 560 traveler tips, endless expanses of white sands and blue seas
Dedicated Diving & Snorkeling chapter to suit both beginners and enthusiasts
Interviews with a Haitian rock star, a Puerto Rican coffee expert and a Barbadian surf pro
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Product Details

• Paperback: 846 pages
• Publisher: Lonely Planet; 5 edition (October 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1740595750
• ISBN-13: 978-1740595759
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #177,530 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars LP Caribbean Islands, February 13, 2011

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I must confess that I find Lonely Plant Guides far superior to other travel guides that I have used. That includes National Geographic and Frommer guides. Given that predisposition I found this guide particularly helpful. I spent 4 days in Puerto Rico and then did a cruise through several Caribbean Islands. The LP Guide had a great synopsis of each island with cultural and historical backgrounds. Suggested highlighted sights of importance were on the mark and options for outdoor activities and information on them were accurate. For those that like to read historical novels or fiction set in the places they travel, LP makes great recommendations. I enjoyed the guide and lent it to friends in Puerto Rico who were staying on the island and they found it extremely useful as well.

Please keep in mind that LP guides are best for the more independent traveler. Walking tours and finding off-the-beaten path gems are the best things about the guides. Restaurants and shopping are separated by Budget, Moderate and Splurge categories so one can decide which is appropriate for your budget and taste. I would recommend this guide without reservation for anyone travelling to the Caribbean on their own.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great BIG Book, April 14, 2009

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Joshua L. Peterson (Wyoming) - See all my reviews
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Love this book, huge book with everything in it i was looking for. Bought this book because we are taking an eastern caribbean cruise in January 2010 and i wanted a heads up on the islands we are going to visit. It's written and put together soo well i couldnt help reading about all the islands. Really cant wait to go now, VERY HAPPY i ordered this book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Don't Leave Home Without It, April 2, 2011

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As usual, with this guidebook Lonely Planet gives their unique perspective on the Caribbean Islands. I wish I had this book several years ago. With it I could have avoided many of the tourist traps that gladly take your money, but don't provide any real insight or experiences with local customs, cuisine and culture. If you are planning to travel to the Caribbean, I highly recommend that you bring this travel guide along. As with other Lonely Planet books it is best if you read it before you get to your destination.