Central American Guides

Bahamas, Turks & Caicos; 1st edition

Christopher P Baker
Published May 1998
ISBN: 0 86442 482 5
512 pp /16 pp colour /53 maps
A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú11.99 - 140,00FF

Strung like jeweled necklaces over hundreds of miles of turquoise ocean, the Bahamas and Turks & Caicos are a vacationer's dream. Whether you want to lounge on white-sand beaches, explore quaint historic villages, immerse yourself in local culture or revel in some of the world's best fishing, diving and sailing, this opinionated and detailed guide will help you discover all the delights of the islands. 





  • 53 maps, including a full-colour highlights map

  • advice on where to stay and what to eat for every budget - luxuriant resorts and haute cuisine, rustic beachside hideaways and conch shacks

  • complete coverage of the islands' outdoor activities - from bonefishing in the Biminis to swimming with dolphins and sharks - including information on national parks

  • tips on the islands' best off-the-beaten-track discoveries, inlcuding hidden beaches, plantation ruins, flamingo nesting sites and stunning coral reefs

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet publishes three Pisces Diving & Snorkelling guides to the Bahamas, Turks & Caicos: Family Island and Grand Bahama; Nassau and New Providence Island; and The Turks and Caicos Islands.  Please enquire at your local bookshop for further information.

    
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    Central America; 3rd edition
    


Nancy Keller, Barbara Reioux, Carolyn Hubbard

    Published September 1997

    ISBN: 0 86442 418 3


    800pp/127 maps

    A$27.95 - US$19.95 - UKú12.99 - 160,00FF

    


    




    

  • 127 newly updated maps including a 2-page colour highlight map

  • Spanish language section and glossary

  • details on a wide range of activities, from exploring the islands along the Caribbean coast, exploring the Mayan ruins of Guatemala and Honduras, snorkelling along the world's second largest coral reef on the coast of Belize, or hiking in the spectacular national parks of Costa Rica

  • coverage of transportation options for a range of budgets



     

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    Bermuda; 1st edition
    


Ned Friary & Glenda Bendure

    Published February 1997

    ISBN: 0 86442 417 5

    192pp/19 maps 

    A$19.95 - US$14.95 - UKú8.99 - 110,00FF

    



    



    

  • outdoor activities chapter, featuring information on diving, snorkelling, windsurfing, sailing, horseback riding, golfing, with special emphasis on the walking and bicycling trails that cover the island

  • full range of accommodation options, from moderately priced guest houses and housekeeping cottages to small hotels and international resorts

  • complete details on transportation options including ferries, scooters and horse-carriages


    
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    Costa Rica; 3rd edition
    


Rob Rachowiecki

    Published July 1997

    ISBN: 0 86442 366 7


    464pp/43 maps

    A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú10.99 - 140,00FF

    


    



    

  • written by the award-winning travel writer and naturalist Rob Rachowiecki, this is the best selling guide to Costa Rica

  • extensive notes on flora, fauna and nature reserves including a 24pp colour wildlife section

  • information on nature tours and outdoor activities such as bird watching, hiking, horse-riding, rafting and sailing

  • information on restaurants, accommodation and transport options for a range of budgets

  • coverage of wildlife nd white water rafting, coral reefs and volcanoes

  • Spanish language section


    


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    Cuba; Ist edition
    


David Stanley

    Published January 1997

    ISBN: 0 86442 403 5


    352pp/60 maps 

    A$21.95 - US$17.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF

    


    



    

  • the most comprehensive guidebook available for independent travellers

  • detailed information from the off-the-beaten track destinations to luxury resorts and everything in between

  • comprehensive historical and political background information

  • full-colour, easy-to-use country map highlighted with points of interest

  • contains detailed advice for travellers of all budgets





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    Diving and Snorkeling Belize; 2nd edition
    


Franz O Meyer

    Published August 1998

    ISBN: 0 86442 575 9


    128 pp /full-colour throughout

    A$19.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF

    
Tucked in behind the world's second longest barrier reef in the warm Caribbean waters off Central America, Belize is a tiny country with huge diving opportunities. Home to three of the Western Hemisphere's four coral atolls, Belize offers divers exceptionally clear visibility and excellent underwater variety. From the protected waters of the Hol Chan Marine Reserve to the wonders of the deep Blue Hole, this guidebook describes 43 of Belize' best dive sites, with full colour photos throughout.

    

    

    
You'll get specific information on:

  • depth and visibility

  • suggested diving expertise

  • common and hazardous marine life

  • top-side information, from accommodations to national parks and Mayan ruins

  • photography tips and techniques

  • 7 easy-to-read maps

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Guatemala, Belize & Yucatan; Central America on a shoestring; Latin American Spanish phrasebook; Diving & Snorkeling guides 

    
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    Diving and Snorkeling Bermuda; 1st edition
    


Lawson Wood

    Published July 1998

    ISBN: 0 86442 573 2


    128 pp /full-colour throughout

    A$19.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF

    
Bermuda offers an unbeatable combination of wreck and reef diving opportunities. From lush coral reefs to shipwrecks spanning five centuries of nautical history, Bermuda has some of the most far-flung islands on earth. This guidebook not only describes 36 of the most popular, varied and interesting sites within the main Bermuda island group, but shows you what they look like, with full colour photos throughout.

    

    

    
You'll get specific information on:

  • depth and visibility

  • suggested diving expertise

  • common and hazardous marine life

  • top-side practicalities, from accommodations to weather and natural history

  • shipwreck history and a registry of 160 notable wrecks

  • photography tips and techniques

  • 6 easy-to-read maps

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Bermuda; Diving & Snorkelling guides

    
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    Diving and Snorkeling Cozumel; 3rd edition
    


George Lewbel & Larry Martin

    Published July 1998

    ISBN: 0 86442 574 0


    128 pp /full-colour throughout

    A$19.95 - US$14.95 - UKú8.99 - 110,00FF

    
Located off Mexico's Yucatan Peninsular in the warm, tropical waters of the western Caribbean, Cozumel Island, with its crystalline waters and colorful reefs, boasts some of the best diving in the world. From the grand coral canyons of Palancar Reef to the botanical wonderland of Chankanab, Cozumel continues to be a top destination for all levels of underwater exploration. This guidebook, illustrated with full-color photos, describes some of the most popular and interesting dive sites Cozumel has to offer.

    

    

    
You'll get specific information on:

  • depth and water condition

  • suggested diving expertise

  • insider safety tips

  • common and hazardous marine life

  • island dive operations

  • top-side practicalities, from accommodations to weather and natural history

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Guatemala, Belize & Yucatan; Central America on a shoestring; Latin American Spanish phrasebook; Diving & Snorkelling guides 

    
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    Eastern Caribbean; 2nd edition
    


Glenda Bendure & Ned Friary

    Published September 1998

    ISBN: 0 86442 422 1


    544 pp /16 pp colour /80 maps

    A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú11.99 - 140,00FF

    
The islands of the Eastern Caribbean lure anyone seeking a tropical escape. This guide gives travellers heading to Guadeloupe, Barbados or other enticing islands plenty of suggestions for exploring coral reefs, hiking to towering waterfalls and strolling former colonial centres. The blend of West Indian, African, British and French cultures lends the Eastern Caribbean a distinctive flavour, and this guide unveils the best ways to tap into the islands' tempo.

    
Travel information for Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Montserrat, Saba, St Barthelemy (St Barts), St Eustatius (Statia), St Kitts & Nefis, St Lucia, St Martin, St Vincent & the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago.

    

    

  • notes on local cuisine outlining all the savory dining options

  • extensive listings on places to stay and eat, satisfying every budget

  • full coverage of inter-island transportation options

  • up-to-date information on a host of outdoor activities - hiking, diving, windsurfing and more

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Bahamas, Turks & Caicos; Bermuda; Cuba; Jamaica; French phrasebook; Diving & Snorkelling guides 

    
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    Guatemala, Belize & Yucatán; 3rd edition
    


Tom Brosnahan & Nancy Keller

    Published November 1997

    ISBN: 0 86442 424 8

    608pp/68 maps 

    A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú11.99 - 140,00FF

    

Also covers the famous ruins at Copán, Honduras.



    

    

    

  • expert advice on how to get around

  • detailed background information with particulars on all the Mayan sites

  • detailed maps of cities and towns, as well as maps of archaeological sites

  • Spanish and Mayan language sections

  • details on the famous ruins at Copán in Honduras.


    
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    Jamaica; 1st edition
    


Christopher Baker

    Published August 1996

    ISBN: 0 86442 372 1

    496pp/46 maps

    A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú11.99 - 140,00FF

    

    
Home of Rastas and reggae, Jamaica offers lazy days on sun-splashed beaches and festive nights 'ridin' be riddims.' Take the plunge into Jamaica's lesser-known attractions with this down-to-earth guide full of insider tips. Explore the island, from laid-back Treasure Beach to the inland maze of Cockpit Country, from Black River Great Morass to the peak of Blue Mountain.

    

  • 46 maps including a full-colour country map with highlights

  • full coverage of places to stay and eat for every budget - from oceanside huts to posh villas, from jerk shacks to fine seafood dining

  • advice on the best beaches for lounging (even nude), scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing and fishing

  • a language section deciphering such patois phrases as 'Everyt'ing irie?' 'Cool runnings,' and 'Yu batty too big, mon!'


    
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    Panama; 1st edition
    


Scott Doggett

    Published January 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 566 X

    352 pp /12 pp colour /42 maps

    A$22.95 - US$16.95 - UKú10.99 - 130,00FF

    
Panama is Central America's little-known jewel, a country where adventurous travelers can spot rare birds, hide out on deserted Caribbean isles and wander through vast wildernesses where jaguars and pumas still prowl. Blazing a trail to this fascinating country, this indispensable guide takes you to every not-to-be-missed site, from cosmopolitan Panama City to untamed Darién Province to beautiful forests, archipelagos and parks.

    

    

    

  • complete coverage of outdoor activities, including the best Pacific surfing breaks and Caribbean dive sites

  • lodging and dining options for every budget - from oceanfront cabañas and humble sancocho to elegant resorts and international cuisine

  • the lowdown on way-off-the-beaten-track adventures

  • 42 detailed maps of cities, regions and parks

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Central America; Latin-American Spanish phrasebook; Costa Rica; Guatemala, Belize & Yucatán; Mexico 

    
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