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Frommer's 500 Extraordinary Islands (500 Places) | 
| Authors: Holly Hughes, Sylvie Murphy, Alexis Lipsitz Flippin, Julie Duchaine
Publisher: Frommers
Category: Book
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Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Pages: 544
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Dimensions (in): 7.9 x 5.1 x 1.4
ISBN: 0470500700
Dewey Decimal Number: 910
EAN: 9780470500705
ASIN: 0470500700
Publication Date: February 2, 2010
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Frommer's 500 Best Islands features our selections for the best islands around the world - from tiny isles to island nations, and from-well-trod to-totally uninhabited. Chapters are divided into: Treasure Islands -- Islands that have a strong, distinctive local culture and personality- Leisure Islands -- Islands with a relaxed vibe and lots of land sports like hiking or biking- Pleasure Islands -- Islands-famous for their partying and nightlife scenes Beachcomber Islands -- Islands known for their beaches, diving, and watersports-- Garden Isles -- Islands with lush or verdant landscapes, orchards, and local produce-- Islands of Mystery -- Places that are somewhat remote and have a mystical and/or exotic vibe- Island Escapes -- Quiet, uncrowded spots for those who love nature and want a relaxed pace- Ends of the Earth -- Islands that are rugged, remote, hard to get to, and great for adventure lovers- Islands of History -- Islands known for specific historic events, and with landmarks to visit- Wildlife Islands -- Islands that are great for birdwatching, whale watching, and viewing rare species, as well as-nature preserves- Island Nations -- Large islands with their own history and independent government- Island Cities -- Vibrant metropolises that have thrived as their own islands- City Islands -- Island enclaves within larger cities-
Amazon.com Review
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. Discover Some of the World's Most Extraordinary Islands 
Prince Edward Island, Canada
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Bora Bora, French Polynesia
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Gorgona, Colombia
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Usedom, Germany and Poland
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Isle of Wight, Channel Islands, U.K.
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Ile Sainte-Hélène & Ile Notre-Dame, Montreal, Canada
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Malta
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Mauritius
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Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego, Argentina and Chile
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| Customer Reviews:
Informative & Inspiring! March 25, 2010
Alex K. (Canada)
22 out of 22 found this review helpful
Most colleges have their Spring Break coming up (!!) and if you're like me, buried in car payments and online shopping bills, then you also had to pass on a tropical beach vacation. While my friends are off sunning themselves silly, I'm working at my school, touring prospective students. I'm not complaining, but I have spent a good amount of time daydreaming and planning my next wonderful trip. So, of course, I need a travel guide to assist me!
Since I have been thinking about a Greek Island vacation, "500 Extraordinary Islands" seemed like a great option. This book gives "beach read" a whole new meaning. It's a unique travel book; instead of simply touring you around a country, this one gives you the opportunity to check out wonderful places all over the planet! That versatility immediately appealed to me. The book is also organized in a really neat way. Frommers has very much avoided a geographical system, that is, they haven't separated the islands by continent. Instead, they are classified by your interests! With chapters like "Beachcomber," "Garden" and "Wildlife" islands, you're given about seven options in each one, so you're bound to find an island whose atmosphere appeals to you in a location you want to visit (and, more importantly for students, can afford!).
Another feature I really appreciated is called "Island Hopping." Every chapter has this feature, where Frommers outlines a cluster of islands that you can "hop" to, all with the same qualities. One of my favorites is the Lofoten Islands in the "Treasure Islands" chapter. They are a group of seven islands located off the coast of Norway. I've never heard of them, but now Frommers has me looking up flights to Oslo.
For each island, they also provide access information like the nearest airport, boat port, train station and bridges, which is super handy for planning. They also recommend hotels and restaurants, but the majority of the space is dedicated to activities! There is nothing worse than a travel guide full of hotels; I only need a couple options in each price bracket, not every hotel in the city! Thankfully, Frommer's 500 Extraordinary Islands sticks to what is important, especially for students on a budget. A warm place to stay, a couple interesting restaurants and lots and lots of activities to try out!
Anyone who is planning a trip either for this summer or next Spring Break should check out Frommer's 500 Extraordinary Islands. It's informative, helpful and will show you a whole new world of travel options!
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