This guidebook leads you on an irresistible tour of some of
the most magnificent islands around the globe—from tiny isles to
island nations, and from the well-trod to the totally uninhabited.
Whether it''s the history and charm of islands like
Mont-Saint-Michel France and Ocracoke United States or the
unspoiled vistas of far-flung places like Antarctica and
Polynesia''s Tuvalu, you''ll discover a host of islands you''d love to
visit—or stay on forever.
The book includes contact information a
內容簡介:
Escape to the World''s Most Spectacular Islands This guidebook
leads you on an irresistible tour of some of the most magnificent
islands around the globe-from tiny isles to island nations, and
from the well-trod to the totally uninhabited. Whether it''s the
history and charm of islands like Mont-Saint-Michel France and
Ocracoke United States or the unspoiled vistas of far-flung
places like Antarctica and Polynesia''s Tuvalu, you''ll discover a
host of islands you''d love to visit-or stay on forever. The book
includes contact information and details on transportation and
accommodations to make trip-planning easy. A geographical index
helps you find destinations quickly. Choose Your Own Island
Adventure* Great escapes: unspoiled beaches, tropical retreats,
exotic hideaways* Leisure and pleasure: sun worshiping, land and
water sports, nightlife* Nature and wildlife: lush landscapes,
nature preserves, rare species* Cities and countries: vibrant
metropolises, independent nations, city enclaves* History and
mystery: ancient marvels, cultural treasures, spiritual centers
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關於作者:
Julie Duchaine has been a freelance writer for the past 25
years. Most recently, she contributed to Frommer''s 500 Places to
See Before They Disappear, Frommer''s 500 Places for Food Wine
Lovers, and Frommer''s 500 Places to Take Your Kids Before They Grow
Up. She lives in Milwaukee. Holly Hughes has traveled the globe as
an editor and writer. A former executive editor of Fodor''s Travel
Publications, she edits the annual Best Food Writing anthology and
is the author of the bestselling 500 Places to Take Your Kids
Before They Grow Up, 500 Places to See Before They Disappear, 500
Places for Food Wine Lovers, and Frommer''s New York City with
Kids. She has also written fiction for middle graders. New York
City makes a convenient jumping-off place for her travels with her
three children and husband. Alexis Lipsitz Flippin is a writer and
editor who lives in New York City. She is the author of Frommer''s
New York City with Kids, Frommer''s New York Day by Day, Frommer''s
Portable Turks Caicos, and Frommer''s Portable St. MaartenSt.
Martin, Anguilla St. Barts. Sylvie Murphy has lived and
worked in Rome as a travel writer and travel guide and currently
resides in Kansas City. She is also the author of Frommer''s Day by
Day Rome and a contributor to Pauline Frommer''s Italy.
目錄:
Chapter 1 Beachcomber Islands
Aquatic Playgrounds
Island Hopping the Turks Caicos: Barefoot Luxury
Life''s a Beach
Unvarnished Unspoiled
Sailing Along
Island Hopping The Bahamas Out Islands: Out on the Water
Diving''s the Thing
Storied Sand Surf
Archipelagos Atolls
Chapter 2 Garden Islands
Beautiful Bounty
Island Hopping the Florida Keys: Stringing the Pearls
Blooming Wonders
Wet Wild
Island Hopping the Apostle Islands: Return to the Wild
Manicured Gardens
Lush Life
Chapter 3 Wildlife Islands
Unique Species
Island Hopping the Galapagos Islands: Intimate Encounters with
Extraordinary Creatures
Birding Meccas
Sea Life
Run Wild, Run Free
Island Reserves
Island Hopping the Maldives: The Sunny Side
Chapter 4 Island Escapes
City Getaways
Island Hopping the Faroe Islands: Nordic Retreats
Wild Things
Great Outdoors
Untouched Retreats
Beautiful Beaches
Island Hopping the Seychelles: Indian Ocean Castaways
Islands to Get Stranded On
Places of Worship
Chapter 5 Treasure Islands
American Classics
Jewels of the South Seas
Priceless Places
Island Hopping the Lofoten Islands: Midnight Magic
Colonial Outposts
Civilization Unplugged
One of a Kind
Island Hopping the Shetland Islands: The Furthest Isles
Natural Wonders
Chapter 6 Pleasure Islands
Party Animals
Island Hopping St
Vincent the Grenadines: Trim the Sails
The Aristocrats
Beach Bums with Culture
Laid-Back Rhythms
Island Hopping the Whitsunday Islands: Turquoise Bliss
Chapter 7 Leisure Islands
Take a Hike
The Sporting Life
Amphibious Attractions
Island Hopping Around the Champlain Islands: Vermont''s West
Coast
Out About
The Caribbean Unplugged
Remote Adventures
Island Hopping the San Juan Islands: Orcas Evergreens
Chapter 8 Islands of History
Myth Legend
Island Hopping the Dalmatian Coast Islands: Nature History on
Display
War Intrigue
Otherworldly Landscapes
Exploration
Pirates
Prisons
Island Hopping the Orkney Islands: 1,000 Years of History
Pilgrims
Famous Islanders
Chapter 9 Islands of Mystery
Ancient Marvels
Island Hopping on Lake Titicaca: Jewels in the Crown
Otherworldly Landscapes
Spiritual Centers
Historic Haunts
Island Hopping the Marquesas: Mystical Spires in the South
Seas
Chapter 10 Island Cities
Capitals
Showcases
Island Hopping Around the Venetian Lagoon: Watery Escapes from La
Serenissima
Chapter 11 City Islands
Magnets
Parks
Island Hopping the Aeolian Islands: La Vita Lava
Enclaves
Chapter 12 Island Nations
Archipelagos
Going It Alone
Island Hopping the Cape Verde Islands: Land of Mountains, Desert
Sea
Preserving the Old Ways
Hot Spots
Chapter 13 Ends of the Earth
Walk with the Animals
Island Hopping the Aleutian Islands: North to Alaska
Remarkable Ecosystems
Historic Frontiers
Island Hopping the Cook Islands: Truly Cast Away
Real Adventures
Geographical Index
Alphabetical Index.