Frommer's 500 Extraordinary Islands, 1st Edition

Escape to the World's Most Spectacular Islands.

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.

Choose Your Own Island Adventure

• Great escapes: unspoiled beaches, tropical retreats, exotic hideaways

• Leisure and pleasure: sun worshiping, land and water sports, nightlife

• Nature and wildlife: lush landscapes, nature preserves, rare species

• Cities and countries: vibrant metropolises, independent nations, city enclaves

• History and mystery: ancient marvels, cultural treasures, spiritual centers

Paperback - 533 pages
Publisher: Wiley Publishing, Inc.