Lonely Planet Caribbean Islands (Regional Guide) (Multi Country Travel Guide)

I must confess that I find Lonely Plant Guides far superior to other travel guides that I have used. That includes National Geographic and Frommer guides. Given that predisposition I found this guide particularly helpful. I spent 4 days in Puerto Rico and then did a cruise through several Caribbean Islands. The LP Guide had a great synopsis of each island with cultural and historical backgrounds. Suggested highlighted sights of importance were on the mark and options for outdoor activities and information on them were accurate. For those that like to read historical novels or fiction set in the places they travel, LP makes great recommendations. I enjoyed the guide and lent it to friends in Puerto Rico who were staying on the island and they found it extremely useful as well.

Please keep in mind that LP guides are best for the more independent traveler. Walking tours and finding off-the-beaten path gems are the best things about the guides. Restaurants and shopping are...Read more

Love this book, huge book with everything in it i was looking for. Bought this book because we are taking an eastern caribbean cruise in January 2010 and i wanted a heads up on the islands we are going to visit. It's written and put together soo well i couldnt help reading about all the islands. Really cant wait to go now, VERY HAPPY i ordered this book.

As usual, with this guidebook Lonely Planet gives their unique perspective on the Caribbean Islands. I wish I had this book several years ago. With it I could have avoided many of the tourist traps that gladly take your money, but don't provide any real insight or experiences with local customs, cuisine and culture. If you are planning to travel to the Caribbean, I highly recommend that you bring this travel guide along. As with other Lonely Planet books it is best if you read it before you get to your destination.