Hawaii the Big Island Revealed: The Ultimate Guidebook [Anglais] [Broché]

In this second of their series of guides to the islands of Hawaii, Doughty and Friedman (The Ultimate Kaua'i Guidebook, Wizard, 1994) have succeeded in telling us everything there is to know about traveling on the island of Hawaii (the "big island" only, not the entire state). They include basic facts about the history and geology, language and pronunciation, sights, beaches, activities, adventures, dining, and lodging. Each of these topics is discussed in detail for each of seven divisions of the big island. The authors relate not only where to go but how to get there and whether or not the place is a must or a skip, offering candid evaluations of each view, beach, and restaurant. Written in clear and lively language, with abundant color illustrations, many excellent maps, a good table of contents, and a complete index, this book is essential reading for those traveling to the island. Recommended for public libraries.?Julia Stump, Voorheesville P.L., N.Y.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --Ce texte fait référence à une édition épuisée ou non disponible de ce titre.

Most travel titles are put together in a few weeks by visiting travel writers. Wizard guidebooks take over a year to compile and the writers are residents who personally and anonymously review every facet of the island. Their maps are the best you'll find. From restaurants to helicopter companies to scuba to beaches to trails. They see it all and show you the best the island has to offer. They also reveal who's the worst and who to stay away from. All told in a frank, humorous way that keeps the reading fun. --Ce texte fait référence à lédition Broché .

With 38 excellent maps, full color throughout, filled with candor and humor, and superbly researched, this guide "tells you everything there is to know about traveling to Hawaii" ("Library Journal"). The guide covers everything from boogie boarding to snorkeling to snow skiing the mountain slopes. Reviews 121 restaurants and 62 accommodations. --Ce texte fait référence à lédition Broché .

The most comprehensive yet easy to use guidebook ever written for the Big Island. The Big Island is so big and diverse that many visitors never realize all that it has to offer. We unlock its secrets. Our brand new second edition has more useful information, the most up to date maps, and scores of hidden gems listed nowhere else. This book and a rental car are all you need to discover what makes the Big Island so exciting.

Our 38 specially created maps include beach access to even the most remote beaches, mile markers (so you always know where you are), hiking trails, and numerous details in an easy to follow format.

Deserted black sand beaches, secluded freshwater lava pools (some volcanically heated), pristine rain forests, lava tubes, hidden waterfalls, and the most dramatic part of the erupting volcano shown nowhere else.

Web site with links to every business, last minute changes and more.

Driving tours of the island let you structure your trip your way.

Special section on Adventures.

Clear, concise directions to get to those hard to find places.

Only book ever banned at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Visitor Center for being “too honest” and “revealing too much.”

Symbols quickly identify recommended sights and companies.

Easy to use; no thumbing through every page looking for what you want.

Written by island residents who know the island.

Actual prices for restaurants, hotels, and activities. (Not vague symbols such as three forks to indicate meal prices or general terms such as moderately priced.) Frank, honest opinions throughout—No Advertisements.

Fascinating stories and legends from all around the island.

We’ve covered it all—from the snow-covered top of Mauna Kea, to the sparkling underwater reefs. This is the best investment you can make for your Big Island trip. Whether you are a first time visitor, or a long time kama‘aina, you will find out more about the Big Island from this book than from any other source. Discover the Hawaii you’ve always imagined with Hawaii The Big Island Revealed. --Ce texte fait référence à lédition Broché .