A Pocket Guide To The Caribbean

Author : Lonely Planet,Mara Vorhees,Paul Clammer,Alex Egerton,Anna Kaminski,Catherine Le Nevez,Tom Masters,Carolyn McCarthy,Kevin Raub,Brendan Sainsbury
Publisher : Lonely Planet
Page : 893 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2017-11-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781787011656

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Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands by Lonely Planet,Mara Vorhees,Paul Clammer,Alex Egerton,Anna Kaminski,Catherine Le Nevez,Tom Masters,Carolyn McCarthy,Kevin Raub,Brendan Sainsbury Pdf

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Travel back to the 18th century as you wander along cobbled lanes and past meticulously restored buildings at English Harbour, Antigua; hoist a jib and set sail from sailing fantasyland, Tortola, and enjoy the journey to one of the 50 or so isles making up the British Virgin Islands; or hit the atmospheric streets of Cuba's Habana Vieja and join in the living musical soundtrack of rumba, salsa, son and reggaeton; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Caribbean Islands and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Caribbean Islands Travel Guide: Color maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - weddings, honeymoons, sustainable travel, cuisine, music, wildlife, culture, history Covers Bahamas, Barbados, Cuba, Jamaica, St Kitts, St Lucia, Trinidad, Turks & Caicos, US Virgin Islands, and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands, our most comprehensive guide to the Caribbean Islands, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Author : Herbert A. Raffaele,James Wiley
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2014-05-25
Category : History
ISBN : 9780691153827

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Wildlife of the Caribbean by Herbert A. Raffaele,James Wiley Pdf

The essential guide to the living wonders of the Caribbean islands This is the first comprehensive illustrated guide to the natural world of the Caribbean islands. It contains 600 vivid color images featuring 451 species of plants, birds, mammals, fish, seashells, and much more. While the guide primarily looks at the most conspicuous and widespread species among the islands, it also includes rarely seen creatures—such as the Rhinoceros Iguana and Cuban Solenodon—giving readers a special sense of the region's diverse wildlife. Each species is represented by one or more color photos or illustrations; details regarding its identification, status, and distribution; and interesting aspects of its life history or relationship to humans. In addition, an introductory section focuses on the unique characteristics of the Caribbean’s fauna and flora, the threats faced by both, and some of the steps being taken to sustain the area’s extraordinary natural heritage. Wildlife of the Caribbean is the essential field guide for learning about the living wonders in this area of the world. The only guide of its kind for the Caribbean islands 600 detailed color images feature 451 amazing species Straightforward descriptions suitable for general audience Compact size makes the guide easy to carry

Author : APA Publications Limited
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2016-03-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1780048777

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Berlitz: Caribbean Ports of Call Pocket Guide by APA Publications Limited Pdf

Berlitz Pocket Guide Caribbean Ports of Call is the ultimate handy guide to cruising the Caribbean, combining a concise, authoritative narrative with great colour photography. The Where to Go section covers ports of call in the US, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, with plenty of tips on how to get the most out of your cruising experience. Inside Caribbean Ports of Call Pocket Guide: Where To Go details all the key sights, while handy maps on the cover flaps help you find your way around, and are cross-referenced to the text. Top 10 Attractions gives a run-down of the best sights to take in on your trip. What To Do is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time, from scuba diving, to walking in national parks or working your way around stylish bars. Essential information on culture and history. Eating Out covers the best cuisine. Curated listings of the best hotels and restaurants.

Author : United States. Office of Information for the Armed Forces
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1966
Category : Caribbean Area
ISBN : UVA:X030348029

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A Pocket Guide to the Caribbean by United States. Office of Information for the Armed Forces Pdf

Author : Berlitz
Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2016-03-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781780049021

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Berlitz Pocket Guide Caribbean Ports of Call (Travel Guide eBook) by Berlitz Pdf

The tropical islands of the Caribbean, arcing like a jeweled necklace between Florida and Venezuela, are famed for their picture-postcard sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and glowing sunshine. Each has a unique character, atmosphere, and flavor of its own, shaped by its people and history. Be inspired to take a cruise by the brand new Insight Pocket Guide Caribbean Ports of Call, a concise, full-color guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the best that the islands have to offer. Inside Berlitz Pocket Guide Caribbean Ports of Call: Where To Go details all the key sights on Caribbean cruise ports of call, sailing from major US ports such as Miami and New Orleans, taking in the central American countries and all the islands from Cuba and Puerto Rico to Jamaica, Barbados, and Aruba. Handy maps on the cover flaps help you find your way around and are cross-referenced to the text, while overviews of each major region or island group provide all the essential facts you'll want on your journey. Top 10 Attractions gives a run-down of the best sights to take in on your trip, including St Lucia's dramatic Piton peaks, Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza in the Yucatan, the Grenadines' coral reefs, and tropical rainforest at Les Chutes du Carbet in Guadeloupe. A Perfect Cruise in the Caribbean provides an itinerary for nine days sailing the high seas. Essential information on the history and culture of the islands. A-Z of all the practical information you'll need, including how to choose a cruise, preparing for a trip, and what life on board is like. There is also a listing of how to contact the various cruise lines.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Caribbean Area
ISBN : OCLC:1035102701

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Caribbean Ports of Call Pocket Guide by Anonim Pdf

Author : Berlitz Publishing Staff,Sarah Cameron
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10
Category : Caribbean Area
ISBN : 1780040040

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Caribbean Ports of Call - Berlitz Pocket Guide by Berlitz Publishing Staff,Sarah Cameron Pdf

Berlitz Pocket Guide Caribbean Ports of Call is the ultimate handy guide to cruising the Caribbean, combining a concise, authoritative narrative with great colour photography. The Where to Go section covers ports of call in the US, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, with plenty of tips on how to get the most out of your cruising experience.

Author : Insight Guides
Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781780059518

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Insight Guides Pocket Caribbean Ports of Call (Travel Guide eBook) by Insight Guides Pdf

Insight Guides: Inspiring your next adventure The tropical islands of the Caribbean, arcing like a jeweled necklace between Florida and Venezuela, are famed for their picture-postcard sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and glowing sunshine. Each has a unique character, atmosphere, and flavor of its own, shaped by its people and history. Be inspired to take a cruise by the brand new Insight Pocket Guide Caribbean Ports of Call, a concise, full-color guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the best that the islands have to offer. Inside Insight Pocket Guide Caribbean Ports of Call: Where To Go details all the key sights on Caribbean cruise ports of call, sailing from major US ports such as Miami and New Orleans, taking in the central American countries and all the islands from Cuba and Puerto Rico to Jamaica, Barbados, and Aruba. Handy maps on the cover flaps help you find your way around and are cross-referenced to the text, while overviews of each major region or island group provide all the essential facts you'll want on your journey. Top 10 Attractions gives a run-down of the best sights to take in on your trip, including St Lucia's dramatic Piton peaks, Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza in the Yucatan, the Grenadines' coral reefs, and tropical rainforest at Les Chutes du Carbet in Guadeloupe. A Perfect Cruise in the Caribbean provides an itinerary for nine days sailing the high seas. Essential information on the history and culture of the islands. . A-Z of all the practical information you'll need, including how to choose a cruise, preparing for a trip, and what life on board is like. There is also a listing of how to contact the various cruise lines. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-color print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travelers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. 'Insight Guides has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine

Author : James Kavanagh,Waterford Press
Publisher : Waterford Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-22
Category : Birds
ISBN : 1583551581

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Caribbean Birds by James Kavanagh,Waterford Press Pdf

Caribbean Birds is a beautifully illustrated guide highlighting over 140 familiar and unique species and includes a regional map. Laminated for durability, this pocket guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike. Made in the USA.

Author : Rough Guides
Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Page : 1283 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2023-10-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781839059490

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The Rough Guide to the Caribbean (Travel Guide eBook) by Rough Guides Pdf

This practical travel guide to the Caribbean features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This Caribbean guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make the Caribbean easier to navigate while you're there. This guide book to the Caribbean has been fully updated post-COVID-19. The Rough Guide to the Caribbean covers: The Bahamas, Turks & Caicos, Cuba, The Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands, Anguilla, St Martin, Saba & St Eustatius, St Kitts & Nevis, Montserrat, Antigua & Barbuda, The French West Indies, Dominica, St Lucia, Barbados, St Vincent & the Grenadines, Grenada, Trinidad & Tobago, The ABC Islands. Inside this Caribbean travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to the Caribbean, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Dominica to family activities in child-friendly places, like Nassau in the Bahamas, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Jamaica's Montego Bay. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including the Caribbean's entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Includes carefully planned routes covering the best of the Caribbean, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this Caribbean travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for diving, hiking, snorkelling, swimming and shopping. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of the French West Indies, the ABC islands, St Vincent and the Grenadines' best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to the Caribbean, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this Caribbean guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to the Caribbean features fascinating insights into the Caribbean with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Pitons in St Lucia and the spectacular Boiling Lake in Dominica. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Castries (St Lucia), Roseau (Dominica), Havana (Cuba) and Kingston (Jamaica), and many more locations in the Caribbean, reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.

Author : Jack Altman,Sarah Cameron
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2008-01-11
Category : Jamaica
ISBN : 9812684999

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Jamaica Berlitz Pocket Guide by Jack Altman,Sarah Cameron Pdf

From scuba diving to trekking in the Blue Mountains, from Jamaica's beautiful beaches, waterfalls and Great Houses, it's all found in this new edition Jamaica Berlitz Pocket Guide - a new edition in the best-selling Berlitz Pocket Guide range. Fully revised and updated, featuring stunning new cover designs and freshly revised page layouts, this handy guide is packed with all the information you need for your trip. Clear colour-coded sections enable you to locate the information you need easily, with sections on history, where to go, what to do, eating out, handy travel tips, hotels & restaurants and other insightful features, allowing you to make the most of your leisure time. Written by a local expert, this guide offers comprehensive coverage of Jamaica's attractions, identifying the top 10 sights the island has to offer, as well as highlighting the island's best shopping, sports, children's activities, entertainment, nightlife and much more. Shopaholics are well catered for with a dedicated section on shopping, with advice on the best places to find crafts, antiques, basket weaving, ceramics, clothing, coffee, rum cigars, art, jewellery, and much more. An 'Eating Out' section provides information on where to go and what the local specialities are. Insightful cultural advice on the slave rebellions and rum & reggae, give you a deeper understanding of Jamaica's heritage. Accommodation for all budgets is also recommended, along with an A-Z of practical travel tips covering currency, medical care, language tips, translations and how to get around the island, supported with detailed mapping to aid orientation. Street plans of Montego Bay and Ocho Rios are also included in this guide. Colour photography throughout the book provides a highly visual introduction to the island and the comprehensive information inside helps travellers get to the heart of the destination - making this guide truly a pleasure to read before, during and after your visit. Small in size and big on content, this guide actually fits into a pocket - perfect for a weekend or longer trip away.

Author : M. Timothy O'Keefe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Caribbean Area
ISBN : STANFORD:36105122248771

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Caribbean Hiking by M. Timothy O'Keefe Pdf

Want to Explore boiling lakes, cool off beneath pristine waterfalls, and indulge in real Caribbean cuisine? Then get out of the water, swap your swimsuit for hiking shorts, your flip-flops for walking shoes, and get into the islands. As your hiking guide, M. Timothy O'Keefe takes you beyond the clamor and commercialism into the heart and soul of the largely ignored hinterlands of 30 spectacular islands. A 30-year veteran of the Caribbean, O'Keefe not only details hundreds of hikes, he also lays bare the practical points of being a visitor to the islands rather than a tourist. No matter which island you visit, Caribbean Hiking makes it easy for you to enjoy the laid-back tropical atmosphere while you hike the many exotic jungles, mountains, and beautiful beaches that beckon the curious and adventurous traveler. Book jacket.

Author : Berlitz Publishing Company
Publisher : Berlitz Pocket Guides
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1785732277

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Berlitz Pocket Guide Caribbean Ports of Call (Travel Guide) by Berlitz Publishing Company Pdf

Author : APA Publications Limited
Publisher : Berlitz Pocket Guides
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-02
Category : Jamaica
ISBN : 1780048866

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Jamaica - Berlitz Pocket Guide by APA Publications Limited Pdf

One of the most-popular caribbean Islands, Jamaica has it all. With its stunning natural setting, low mountains, white sandy beaches and clear waters, it's the destination of dreams. Be inspired to get more out of your visit by the brand new Berlitz Pocket Guide Jamaica, a concise, full-colour guide to this tropical paradise that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the best that the island has to offer. Inside Berlitz Pocket Guide Jamaica: Where To Go takes you from Downtown to 'MoBay' (Montego Bay). Discover the best beaches, coast roads, beautiful Martha Brae River and stunning Discovery Bay. Top 10 Attractions gives a rundown of the best sights to take in on your trip, including Runaway Bay, Seven Mile Beach and the Bob Marley Museum. Perfect Day provides an itinerary for one day in Negril. What To Do is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time, from watersports to walking trails and shopping, plus nightlife. Essential information on Jamaica's culture, including a brief history of the island. Eating Out covers the island's best cuisine. Curated listings of the best hotels and restaurants. A-Z of all the practical information you'll need.

Author : Peter G. H. Evans
Publisher : MacMillan Caribbean
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Nature
ISBN : UTEXAS:059173006200299

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Birds of the Eastern Caribbean by Peter G. H. Evans Pdf

Dealing with the natural history of birds, " Birds of the Eastern Caribbean" provides an up-to-date review of over 300 species to be found in the islands. For each species, the key features are identified, followed by notes on status, distribution, habitat, breeding biology, diet and behaviour. Photographs of many species are illustrated in colour for the first time. The guide includes helpful hints on bird-watching and bird photography. There is a useful bibliography, list of best bird-watching sites and an island by island check list of species recently observed, all included to help the visitor get the best out of bird-watching in the islands.