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.Maverick Guide to Bermuda, Second Edition (Maverick Guide Series)
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by: Catherine Harriott

2004-03
The Maverick guide to Bermuda didn't meet the high expectations set by other reviews here.
There isn't a whole lot to the book, it isn't full of secret suggestions as others suggested. Instead there is much on the obvious basics and little beyond.
Our family did enjoy the chapter discussing some of the colorful history of Bermuda, but otherwise I regret the purchase. I suspect one of the other guidebooks would have been a better choice.
I do recommend Bermuda!
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.The Windward Road: Adventures of a Naturalist on Remote Caribbean Shores
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by: ARCHIE F. CARR

March 28, 1980
This was probably the first piece of scientific "field-study" literature I've ever read, and i would consider it a must-read for anyone in the biological or environmental fields. Carr does an excellent job of portraying a contrast in cultures and simultaneously gives the reader an incredible understanding of the natural climate of the regions he visits as well. His writing style and content both keep the reader engaged, and years after my first read of it, I find myself coming back to the work to read through various sections from time to time. As a young conservation ecologist, this, along with Aldo Leopold's Sand County Almanac, constitutes my professional bible.
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.Insight Compact Guide St. Lucia (Insight Compact Guides)
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by: Brian Bell

2004-05
Well, I just got this from Amazon (1 month to get it delivered!) and am unimpressed. I've read it, and just don't feel any more ready for my trip than I did before. I also ordered the landmark guide, and if it ever comes, I'll compare it as well.... The pictures ARE lovely and it's a handy size for throwing in a pocket or bag. Will update the review after I return from St Lucia....
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.Footprint St. Lucia
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by: Sarah Cameron

2004-12
I just picked this up and am headed to St Lucia next week (will update after I return). After getting this book, the Insight guide, and the Rough guide (which is anything but rough) I like this best. It's throw-in-your pocket small, chock full of info, and every page I open, I find things I want to do, and enough instruction on how to go about doing it. It has nice maps, and things seem well organized by topic (nice notable for parents- kids section). The top 10 list of things to do peaked my interest: every one of the items sound GREAT. I think this book is more tumed to the active traveller that really wants to get out and see their destination. I gave this 5 stars because it's the best guide I have for getting around, but it is lacking pictures, ... Read More:
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.Searching for Sugar Mills: An Architectural Guide to the Eastern Carribean
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by: Suzanne Gordon, Anne Hersh

December 20, 2005
This is an absolutely fascinating book on the Caribbean - the content, the writing and the photography are all superb.
In addition to its stated purpose of being an architectural guide, it surpasses most travel books in the useful information it imparts to anyone visiting this delightful area or wishing to learn more about its rich culture and heritage. Aside from the stunningly beautiful color photography, the maps and drawings are very helpful and tastefully displayed. This certainly is my new, indispensable reference source on the Eastern Caribbean. I'm amazed at how much relevant and useful information the authors managed to present in one book. It's both beautiful and impressive and a delight to read. I'm definitely ordering many more copies ... Read More:
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.The Antigua and Barbuda Companion
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by: Melanie Etherington

2003-02
If I could travel with only one guidebook on Antigua and Barbuda, this would be the one. The author covers activities from the frivolous to the serious; from nightlife, Carnival, and Sailing Week to environmental awareness, and the local humane society. In addition to the breath of topics covered, the author has done an outstanding job in capturing the flavor of the island in photography, commendable consideration given to the inclusion of many locals in context and throughout the contents.

As one who spent most of my formative years in Antigua before leaving 35 years ago, this book has brought back many old memories of traditional customs - Cricket p75, and Long Ghost p88; as well as introduced new activities I was unaware of such as Ballooning ... Read More:
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.Jamaica (Country Guide)
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by: Richard Koss

September 01, 2008
If I could travel with only one guidebook on Antigua and Barbuda, this would be the one. The author covers activities from the frivolous to the serious; from nightlife, Carnival, and Sailing Week to environmental awareness, and the local humane society. In addition to the breath of topics covered, the author has done an outstanding job in capturing the flavor of the island in photography, commendable consideration given to the inclusion of many locals in context and throughout the contents.

As one who spent most of my formative years in Antigua before leaving 35 years ago, this book has brought back many old memories of traditional customs - Cricket p75, and Long Ghost p88; as well as introduced new activities I was unaware of such as Ballooning ... Read More:
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.Cruising Guide to Caribbean Marinas and Services
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by: Ashley Scott, Nancy Scott

February 15, 2003
This book is a waste of money. I was extremely disappointed in this book. Very little information. You can easily get all the information in this book off the internet. If you are too lazy to check the internet then buy Chris Doyle's Guides. With the "Cruising Guide" label I was expecting something on par with the other guides published. I can't believe this actually got published under this series.
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.Tobago: An Introduction and Guide
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by: Eaulin Blondel

2003-06
This book is a waste of money. I was extremely disappointed in this book. Very little information. You can easily get all the information in this book off the internet. If you are too lazy to check the internet then buy Chris Doyle's Guides. With the "Cruising Guide" label I was expecting something on par with the other guides published. I can't believe this actually got published under this series.
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.Laminated Virgin Islands (U.S. & British) Map by Borch
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by: Borch

August 01, 2007
This book is a waste of money. I was extremely disappointed in this book. Very little information. You can easily get all the information in this book off the internet. If you are too lazy to check the internet then buy Chris Doyle's Guides. With the "Cruising Guide" label I was expecting something on par with the other guides published. I can't believe this actually got published under this series.
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