4 comments about Frommer'sCaribbean 2004.

1. Frommer's has always been tremendously helpful when my husband and I plan our vacations. We have followed their advice in the past through the Caribbean and Italy, and their recommendations were right on point. For years, I have recommended them to friends and family as some of the most reliable, informative travel books out there.

   I was excited to see the 2001 Caribbean from Frommer's and ordered it immediately. When I received it, I went straight to the Aruba section since we had just booked our second trip to that island for next May. I couldn't believe what I was reading! If you haven't been to Aruba before, the information contained in the 2001 book won't help you at all. It was obvious that the writer hasn't been to the island in some time - I found many of the reviews to be outdated, lacking accurate descriptions and exclusive of many fine restaurants on the island.

   In my eyes, Caribbean 2001 has really put a dent in my high regard for the Frommer's reputation. Will think twice about recommending them again....




2. This book provides a good overview of most of the Caribbean islands. Each island is its own chapter with island highlights, useful tips, hotel and restaurant recommendations. There are also overall Caribbean recommendations, travel info, and money saving tips at the front of the book. Frommer's rating system is "unique", but the reviews are descriptive and helpful. This is an excellent starter book for the Caribbean - especially if you are not sure which island(s) you want to visit. Combined with web searches and frommers.com, it becomes an excellent resource for planning a Caribbean vacation.



3. I love to travel, so I had to review at least one travel book.
   Best part of the book is that it gives you a brief look at each island. That way you can get a feel for what you may like
   for your vacation choice. I like the way the book is laid out.
   (Important note: I have never been to the caribbean, so I may not know what I'm talking about, haha). Have a nice day. (-:



4. As per usual, this Frommer's guide book has all the information you need, written in a informative but casual manner, and contains an appropriate amount of opinion so you know what to expect. I like knowing up front that some beaches are better than others and having the facts to back up the claim. I appreciate the sheer volume of information that has been compiled and presented in a very easy to read guide book. Well done!

No comments about BAHAMAS HANDBOOK 1997 (Issn 0067-2912) (An Etienne Dupuch, Jr. Publication).

No comments about AAA Southeastern States: Alabama, Delaware, DC, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, N Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, S Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, W Virginia: Bahama Islands, SE States Driving Distance (North American Regional Series 2007, 2007-521607).

1 comments about Best Dives of the Bahamas and Bermuda Turks and Caicos Florida Keys.

1. This book suggests plenty of fun activities - from authors who know where to find the most romantic spots. For couples of all ages and lifestyles, this guide has something to suit every taste and budget. Competing "romantic" guidebooks I've seen are little more than a listing of expensive restaurants and hotels, but Hunter's Romantic Weekends guidebooks are for everyone. Quaint inns & delightful restaurants are included for their high romantic appeal - not their high price tag. Includes Charleston & its barrier islands, the Outer Banks (Roanoke, Hatteras and Nags Head), and Savannah, perhaps the most romantic city in the US

1 comments about Frommer's Bahamas 2006 (Frommer's Complete).

1. As with all Frommer's books I have used in the past, Frommer's Bahamas is filled with excellent tips and information. I highly recommend a Frommer's guide book for any destination.

1 comments about Fodor's Bahamas, 19th Edition (Fodor's Gold Guides).

1. I can only assume that the people who rated this book positively did so before they travelled to the Bahamas. Here is the short and skinny version of my comments: 50% of the information I tried in the book was incorrect. The restaurants had changed, key tourist spots were closed, and hotels they said were amazing were absolute crap. Some of the places that were no longer open, like the Bird Watching Nature Reserve, had been closed for two years. SOme of the people at the hotel laughed when I showed them parts of the book.
   The Bahamas have been hit by major tropical storms and hurricanes and have suffered due to this. Things close every month and if you want the latest and greatest information, call a hotel that you are considering staying at and get them to tell you what you can do if you stay there. This book was a waste of money.
   I will post the same rating for the Frommer's book, so do not think this is simply a negative for Fodors. I will say that Frommer's was the worse of the two, but Fodor's only get's 2 stars to Frommer's 1.

No comments about Flamingo Hunt.

1 comments about Fodor's Caribbean 2004 (Fodor's Gold Guides).

1. Having done a 21 day shoot for our "Best Caribbean Beaches" DVD on Amazon, here, I can say this book was an invaluable resource. It would have been 5 stars, but Fodor's continues not to include pictures. They have great maps, with beaches located, and well described. They even have the Ferry routes in the Virgin Islands so you can plan your trips. (Though my old Ferry almost sank when it blew an engine in 5 foot swells! Luckily, we were rescued.) I strongly recommend this as a factual resource. However, if you want to see and hear what Caribbean Beaches look like, check out our DVD after reading this book.

No comments about Fantastic journey: Thelma Peters takes sabbatical in the Caribbean.

No comments about Bahamas '96, The: The Complete Guide Including the Turks and Caicos Islands (Fodor's Foreign).